Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

Rotted girders in the old framing extended just an inch into poorly hewn pockets in the rough stone foundation. The author repointed and parged the existing pockets and cut additional ones for new double 2x10 beams.

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

Cut ends of the pressure-treated lumber were soaked with wood preservative, and metal hangers were added for an extra measure of stability.

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

Peel-and-stick membrane protects the hardware and seals the beam pocket.

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

With the deck framing resting on temporary supports, the author lays out and installs the post anchors.

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

The process ensured accurate positioning of the pressure-treated 6x6s.

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

Short sections of knee wall were attached to the front of the deck with metal straps and framing anchors; later they would be enclosed by finished PVC pillars.

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

The author used pocket screws and cement to assemble the frames of the cellular PVC pedestals.

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

Finished cellular PVC pedestals.

Restoring an Old Porch, Images 1-10

The completed pedestals were slipped in place over the framed knee walls, then trimmed with PVC moldings to hide fastener holes.