Tips for Building a Successful Deck

• When you dig your holes for the posts you are setting for your structure, make sure the concrete is slightly above grade and not below to hold water.
• Use treated material only and set your joists on 16" centers rather than 2-foot. It makes a stronger deck. Also remember to crown your joists.
• If you are nailing, use dipped nails and not just plain, galvanized nails.
• Screw your deck boards down with stainless steel screws rather than nailing them down because nails can work loose.
• Crown your deck boards if you are using treated lumber. Crown goes up and there is less chance for cupping.

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