It should be noted that according to the International Residential Code that if your deck is less than 30 inches off the ground, less than 200 sq feet, is not a required emergency egress and is free standing and self supporting you do not need to get a building permit or pay inspection fees. That can save you a bundle. A 16 X 12 foot deck is pretty good size and keeps under the 200 sq foot requirement.
All-in-all a good instructional video. A couple things missed are: 1) Leave a small gap (approx 1/4") between deck boards to allow for expansion of wood unless you use composite Trex boards, and 2) Always paint or use treated boards where wood comes in direct contact with the ground or cement to prevent rot.
Yes, but it is very interesting to show your skills, in the beginning you must have patience, but later you feel happy to have done something that seemed difficult.
I’ve learned a lot of stuff seems complicated and hard but when you start and take it one step at a time it’s amazing how fast stuff comes together and how easy it actually was
The IRC will typically require a permit for a deck where the deck finished floor elevation is 30” or more from adjacent grade. Otherwise, you may have a compliance officer (via a friendly neighbor) knock on your door. ;)
Easy, and not so easy at the same time, im a house framer and still got to watch a few youtube videos to get new ideas for better ways of doing a deck.
15:14 SAVE YOURSELF A MIGRANE AND MAKE SURE TH ENUTS ARE PRE INSTALLED ONTO THE BOLTS BEFORE HAMMERING THE BOLTS DOWN...YOU WILL MESS UP THE THREADS AND NOT BE ABLE TO SCREW THE NUT ON AND YOU WILL THEN HAVEW TO REMOVE THAT BOLT AND PUT IN ANOTHER
Unless you live in the tropics outdoor decks should never be built the same height as the interior floors. You need a step down so that the doors to the deck can open when snow and ice are on the deck. Even if you have sliding doors you do not want snow and ice to build up against them. This is refreshing to see a "how to" deck video where ledger boards are not recommended and rim joists are not used as beams and ledgers. Guard rail posts should attach inside the rim joists so they can be through bolted to joists or blocking as well and the rim joist. Makes for much stronger posts that are integrated with the entire structure.
I bought a garden hose from lowes online and they sent me a used one with paint all over it and had holes in the hose. So i will never buy anything from them ever again. Thdy said to send it back to them but after shipping costs it wasnt worth it. Thanks Lowes ! But at least you came in helpful with a free video.
True story! Almost everyone who build things in our home did it halfway. I had to redo some of the stuff my self..” If you want to do something right, do it yourself”🙃😬
Hi, I've a question. Is it correct or safety If I set the post like this? 1. Grave in the bottom, 2. then, place the post, 3. finally, fill the space with concret to hold the post. Or isnt it an option?
The end of a post set like that will always be wet and even treated posts will rot split and warp. Gravel does not make an adequate footing for the deck's weight to sit on. The second option they show is best where concrete finishes above ground and posts are set on steel connectors to a bolt in the concrete all above ground.
I want to 🙏😇 extend the privacy Lattice on it, can someone please let me know how to hold and tighten those Lattice panels vertically in absentia of the columns / posts? Do I have to raise the posts first or is there some other easier solution?
Concrete to wood accelerates rot. Anchor bolts are superior. Plus, when a deck is properly framed there is no worry for lateral force causing warp in the beams.
Depends on your latitude/where you live! Columbus, OH in the US it's 32", Ottawa, ON in Canada it's ~6'. Hope that helps-- just Google your location + "frost line."
@@derek9820 Ahhh gotcha. Fair enough though it's worded a bit ambiguous. Yea I was wondering what you meant with 6" but now it makes a ton of sense! That's cool you came back to clarify-- good man! 👍
A bit too complex. I've got this old foundation in my backyard that I'll be building a deck on top of, so I figure I'll just attach beam supports on the inside of the foundation and make a wooden support grid, pour some concrete in a few locations to give the grid some stable spots to rest on and just lay the deck boards flush with the foundation and onto the grid, leaving some space between the boards for water to drain through. I'm still learning tho, and one thing that concerns me is possible rot over time. Does the fabric you lay there prevent moisture from rising up from the ground? I'll have to look into that.
I am planning a deck rebuild of our current dilapidated one. Will certainly reference this video when the time comes. It will be fairly straightforward with the existing post and beam structure I should think. I'd like to turn it into a deck/outdoor workshop combination, with the deck accessible from the 2nd story and the workshop below accessible by the basement. The deck is elevated to the 2nd story of a 3 story home, accompanied by a daylight basement beneath it. Anyone know how I could waterproof the underside of the deck in preparation for an enclosed space?
I'm gonna try and save up like 4 grand and build a floating deck/shed-greenhouse and a deck on the back of the house. I can't imagine having to do this kind of stuff twice on the same spot. ugh
A lot of people don't space the deck boards when the wood is fresh (wet), because when it dries it shrinks and creates a natural gap. 1/4 inch could turn into 1/2 inch gap, which would be too much for most peoples taste.
Free standing and self supporting is the way to go! Looking forward, very soon ledger boards will be altogether illegal. Build your deck properly and do not drive a single nail or screw into your most valuable asset...your home. Ledger boards are a lazy cheapskate's shortcut that no one can afford to take.
That's what I was thinking. Especially bcz mine will have to be free standing & on quite a slope, which I'd think would mean more downward pressure....
It should be noted that according to the International Residential Code that if your deck is less than 30 inches off the ground, less than 200 sq feet, is not a required emergency egress and is free standing and self supporting you do not need to get a building permit or pay inspection fees. That can save you a bundle. A 16 X 12 foot deck is pretty good size and keeps under the 200 sq foot requirement.
Best and most comprehensive deck video I've ever seen.
Great video. Had to watch again. Thanks.
That came out beautiful
All-in-all a good instructional video. A couple things missed are:
1) Leave a small gap (approx 1/4") between deck boards to allow for expansion of wood unless you use composite Trex boards, and
2) Always paint or use treated boards where wood comes in direct contact with the ground or cement to prevent rot.
It did say, near the start, to use treated lumber....
1/4" gap between wet deck boards can turn into a 1/2" gap. The gap is dependent on how wet the wood is and the environment the deck is being built.
Fantastic
Great job
Lowe’s is the best
Great video keep them coming kudos to Lowes i will continue to buy my stuff there.
Ex
This is awesome!
Amazing deck
Wow, this was fast but thorough. I am impressed. If you are putting out quality content like this, then you earned me. Subbed.
Appreciate it, Brian. We'll keep 'em coming!
They do that now and then
Lowe's Home Improvement tell your Charlottesville VA store to put some carts on the lumber side of the store
love the diversity of the workers
Very professional n skillful
oh God, this is so much work.
Yes, but it is very interesting to show your skills, in the beginning you must have patience, but later you feel happy to have done something that seemed difficult.
I’ve learned a lot of stuff seems complicated and hard but when you start and take it one step at a time it’s amazing how fast stuff comes together and how easy it actually was
The IRC will typically require a permit for a deck where the deck finished floor elevation is 30” or more from adjacent grade. Otherwise, you may have a compliance officer (via a friendly neighbor) knock on your door. ;)
In addition, your jurisdiction may require engineering for the deck - especially the guard and it’s connections.
this is so well explained that I think I can do it myself now💪🏼
I totally agree with you. Every single step was properly explained.
@@savann.sun1980 Until you do it.... ;)
Easy, and not so easy at the same time, im a house framer and still got to watch a few youtube videos to get new ideas for better ways of doing a deck.
@@cesara4979 agreed, no matter what, but we can get their ideas to evolve our idea
Very informative video!
15:14 SAVE YOURSELF A MIGRANE AND MAKE SURE TH ENUTS ARE PRE INSTALLED ONTO THE BOLTS BEFORE HAMMERING THE BOLTS DOWN...YOU WILL MESS UP THE THREADS AND NOT BE ABLE TO SCREW THE NUT ON AND YOU WILL THEN HAVEW TO REMOVE THAT BOLT AND PUT IN ANOTHER
you can tell the tools come from lowes because they are kobalt, you can tell the lumber did not, because it was straight
When they installed the outside rim board and all the joists were flush with it no adjustments needed. Def not lowes lumber🤣
Wow it was Excellent video cover everything you should need very helpful.
Unless you live in the tropics outdoor decks should never be built the same height as the interior floors. You need a step down so that the doors to the deck can open when snow and ice are on the deck. Even if you have sliding doors you do not want snow and ice to build up against them.
This is refreshing to see a "how to" deck video where ledger boards are not recommended and rim joists are not used as beams and ledgers.
Guard rail posts should attach inside the rim joists so they can be through bolted to joists or blocking as well and the rim joist. Makes for much stronger posts that are integrated with the entire structure.
Thanks for showing this video of how to build a deck.It looks so easy ♥️
What a beautiful deck!
Jackson Mac Miller
Their grass really beautiful
Lowes deck designer, is a free software available.. WITHOUT download. I believe it to have material list built in as well
Great video
I bought a garden hose from lowes online and they sent me a used one with paint all over it and had holes in the hose. So i will never buy anything from them ever again. Thdy said to send it back to them but after shipping costs it wasnt worth it. Thanks Lowes ! But at least you came in helpful with a free video.
what is the make of the staple gun and staples being used for the wiring for the lights
Excellent!,,
I wonder where they got the wood from for this because it definitely wasn’t Lowe’s. That was some nice looking lumber.
I second. And I wonder why they didn't put a pice 3/4 plywood between them so it coud make a real beam.
84 lumber
This looks pretty awesome, but what about in rainy season.??
How much does it cost
Anbellivable work
Curious if the Weekender was coming back with new videos? I miss Monica and all her awesomeness ❤️
They're on a break. They'll be back.
Lord Ba'al thanks so much and happy to know🙂👍🏻
you mentioned just "monica"... ddlc oh no
Thanks
Fabulous work! very informative.
Wow incredible work
Where can I get those brackets at 8:52?
Gorgeous👍💜💖💖💓💗
it was so great .I hope I can build the deck by myself one day
If only the people that come to your home actually do the job as well ;-(
True story! Almost everyone who build things in our home did it halfway. I had to redo some of the stuff my self..” If you want to do something right, do it yourself”🙃😬
Ppl just trying get paid these days
Where is the "how to build a house in a weekend" video? I can't find it.
Gotta go to HGTV for that video
Best comment ever!
Please any issue with your website ? can't access it ...
anyother link to it ?
Hi, I've a question. Is it correct or safety If I set the post like this? 1. Grave in the bottom, 2. then, place the post, 3. finally, fill the space with concret to hold the post. Or isnt it an option?
The end of a post set like that will always be wet and even treated posts will rot split and warp. Gravel does not make an adequate footing for the deck's weight to sit on.
The second option they show is best where concrete finishes above ground and posts are set on steel connectors to a bolt in the concrete all above ground.
I want to 🙏😇 extend the privacy Lattice on it, can someone please let me know how to hold and tighten those Lattice panels vertically in absentia of the columns / posts?
Do I have to raise the posts first or is there some other easier solution?
What about wood deck swelling when they get wet?
Do you leave space for wood deck swelling?
If you use real wood and not a composite material, yes. Always leave at least an 1/8" gap between decking to allow for expansion and contraction.
Is it necessary to have beams when building a deck?
Yes.
I don't know looks like it would fall apart in a storm, I don't trust threaded studs there not as strong as wood to concrete. Very clear video though!
ADSlammer wood to concrete is inferior to concreted j bolts and brackets for multiple reasons
Concrete to wood accelerates rot. Anchor bolts are superior. Plus, when a deck is properly framed there is no worry for lateral force causing warp in the beams.
THE BEST VIDEO !!!
what is the make of the staple gun and staples
how deep to dig below the frost line, is it 3ft or 4 ft?
6" minimum
Depends on your latitude/where you live! Columbus, OH in the US it's 32", Ottawa, ON in Canada it's ~6'. Hope that helps-- just Google your location + "frost line."
@@ruppedogg I misread the question and thought he was asking how far below the frost line you dig
@@derek9820 Ahhh gotcha. Fair enough though it's worded a bit ambiguous. Yea I was wondering what you meant with 6" but now it makes a ton of sense! That's cool you came back to clarify-- good man! 👍
8:24 the ultimate oops
PS those video series are really well done
jesus,so good
15:50 is the blade huge to cut a 4x4 and a 2x4 same time?
Use a square next to the saw & Go around the post on all 4 side's. 😉 😁
How about deck maintenance and keeping it hard?
That's what she said
Good ~
A bit too complex. I've got this old foundation in my backyard that I'll be building a deck on top of, so I figure I'll just attach beam supports on the inside of the foundation and make a wooden support grid, pour some concrete in a few locations to give the grid some stable spots to rest on and just lay the deck boards flush with the foundation and onto the grid, leaving some space between the boards for water to drain through. I'm still learning tho, and one thing that concerns me is possible rot over time. Does the fabric you lay there prevent moisture from rising up from the ground? I'll have to look into that.
By all means, just make something up if you don't like how much work goes into doing a job well.
I am planning a deck rebuild of our current dilapidated one. Will certainly reference this video when the time comes. It will be fairly straightforward with the existing post and beam structure I should think. I'd like to turn it into a deck/outdoor workshop combination, with the deck accessible from the 2nd story and the workshop below accessible by the basement. The deck is elevated to the 2nd story of a 3 story home, accompanied by a daylight basement beneath it. Anyone know how I could waterproof the underside of the deck in preparation for an enclosed space?
Cool
I'm gonna try and save up like 4 grand and build a floating deck/shed-greenhouse and a deck on the back of the house. I can't imagine having to do this kind of stuff twice on the same spot. ugh
What did this deck cost?
my best guess is $2000 or so
of course for yourself if you hire someone then it will cost at around $5k
$5k- $6k in materials for a 16 x20 with 6x6 posts.
you didn't space the deck right there should be a 1/4 in between in deck board for drainage
A lot of people don't space the deck boards when the wood is fresh (wet), because when it dries it shrinks and creates a natural gap. 1/4 inch could turn into 1/2 inch gap, which would be too much for most peoples taste.
It has been a year since I have done this
Free standing and self supporting is the way to go! Looking forward, very soon ledger boards will be altogether illegal. Build your deck properly and do not drive a single nail or screw into your most valuable asset...your home.
Ledger boards are a lazy cheapskate's shortcut that no one can afford to take.
Its just that simple! .... yeah, "just"
How tall from the floor to the top cap should be?
Set those pressure treated 4x4" posts in concrete. The brackets are NOT strong enough. Period.
That's what I was thinking. Especially bcz mine will have to be free standing & on quite a slope, which I'd think would mean more downward pressure....
Land scaping house in 121 sqyds
I bet that metal hand rail would get about 12,000 degrees
..And be sure to tell your kid not to put his tongue on it when it's below freezing-lol!
Hold my beer
May have to update the video so the installers are using Craftsman tools lol
who follows local codes what are thous
people who have neighbors that will call whenever they see a tool, like myself
You're watching professionals. I don't see anyone that's going to DIY do this.
Well if you hired shoemakers ,you know the deck wont last two weaks.
That's a lot of work. Just hire a contractor.
The bottom of those stairs will rot in no time they need to be lifted off the concrete with a spacer to allow ventilation, flawed design.
Seems like a lot of work
I'm probably lazy
And that they even said it
And first comment
GG
Keker
3rd
Nah. Way too much work. Just build a deck intuitively. Improvise. Just make it strong!
Can the voice not be so soy