How well do you know decks and railings? Take the challenge by clicking on the image below. This isn’t a test of everything there is to know, but it will give you (or your manager) an idea of how well you know some of the key facts underlying skills. Answers are provided at the end. For any questions you get wrong, follow the links in the answers to hone your knowledge.
A casual inspection of just about any wooden boardwalk or ocean-side deck provides... More
Staving off rot with the appropriate design, construction and material selection More
You should know the difference, because these two architectural components serve... More
Mike Guertin explains how to make fast, solid, and cost-effective connections by... More
Build deck stairs according to best practices rather than code to protect your... More
When designing a pier or footing, consider load, soil conditions, and frost... More
Deck code expert Glenn Mathewson explains how to build more efficiently and trim... More
Building outdoor decks can be a profitable business for builders and remodelers. But you have to get the details right to avoid failures from weak structural connections, weathering and corrosion.
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