For a first time DIYer Greg's done such an incredible job! If you found this video useful don't forget to create a firm foundation over that like button :)
Just renovated a terribly built deck in California, used this product for the first time, 100% thumbs up! I did tie the new framing into some existing still sound concreted in posts but used tough blocks where I reinforced the structure with new posts and beams.
That's great to hear! Thanks for choosing TuffBlock and letting people know you can use it as an intermediary in conjunction with in ground posts. If you have a moment, hop over to our website and feel free to leave a review :) buildtuff.com/products/tuffblock Build On.
I'm not sure I understand how the cross-joist overhang works structurally? You are showing it in other videos but here you mention that Greg is using additional tuffblocks under the blocking to support what should be an overhang. Is the push/pull action on the blocking sufficient to prevent the deflection of the overhang? That seems a bit sketchy no?
Good question. The last joist can't sit flush against the wall if it has TuffBlocks supporting it (as the base is ~12 inches wide). So the best solution is to use blocking and have the TuffBlock sat under the blocking to provide a support as close to the wall as possible. It's highly unlikely anyone is going to walk on the joist that's closest to the wall, but even if they did the blocking will add a lot of strength. The deck boards going over the top too will make it even stronger. It's the best solution to overcoming this problem. If you need any further answers then feel free to get in touch at info@buildtuff.com Thanks!
Do you really need blocks every 12"? I know they can be 5 ft apart on the same joist, but the distance between joists is 12". That's just a lot of tuff blocks. I'm looking to build a 1700 sq ft ground level deck.
Part of it is down to the deck boards you're using. Because composite boards flex more than regular boards, you'll want your centre joists closer together. Part of it is a preference too and Greg wanted an extremely firm deck so he went with 12". Typically a benchmark is 16" and it can be further or closer depending on your boards.
The joist span of a 6” joists is a maximum of 9’11” on yellow pine. Why are you supporting them every 4 feet? I would go to the max but add a center beam and use 8 tough blocks on this entire deck along with joist hangers.
Hi Shelley - if you look at a still image from 7:00 you'll see TuffBlocks are used on the bottom level. Unfortunately we didn't capture the stairs portion as this was built off camera, but it looks like the subframe is attached to his existing retaining wall for the remaining steps without TuffBlock. There are numerous methods to build stairs but typically the best one is using stringers. There are plenty of RUclips vides covering the subject but this one by Gordon 'The Wood Bully' is a good one to watch: ruclips.net/video/JSbyaRR6nB4/видео.html
For a first time DIYer Greg's done such an incredible job! If you found this video useful don't forget to create a firm foundation over that like button :)
Excellent job - wow! You have inspired me 👍
Damn Greg! 🔥
Killer job Greg!
That is really beautiful. You did an awesome job. Thanks for sharing
Just renovated a terribly built deck in California, used this product for the first time, 100% thumbs up! I did tie the new framing into some existing still sound concreted in posts but used tough blocks where I reinforced the structure with new posts and beams.
That's great to hear! Thanks for choosing TuffBlock and letting people know you can use it as an intermediary in conjunction with in ground posts.
If you have a moment, hop over to our website and feel free to leave a review :)
buildtuff.com/products/tuffblock
Build On.
I'm not sure I understand how the cross-joist overhang works structurally? You are showing it in other videos but here you mention that Greg is using additional tuffblocks under the blocking to support what should be an overhang. Is the push/pull action on the blocking sufficient to prevent the deflection of the overhang? That seems a bit sketchy no?
Good question. The last joist can't sit flush against the wall if it has TuffBlocks supporting it (as the base is ~12 inches wide). So the best solution is to use blocking and have the TuffBlock sat under the blocking to provide a support as close to the wall as possible. It's highly unlikely anyone is going to walk on the joist that's closest to the wall, but even if they did the blocking will add a lot of strength. The deck boards going over the top too will make it even stronger. It's the best solution to overcoming this problem.
If you need any further answers then feel free to get in touch at info@buildtuff.com
Thanks!
So no joist hangers are needed?
Do you really need blocks every 12"? I know they can be 5 ft apart on the same joist, but the distance between joists is 12". That's just a lot of tuff blocks. I'm looking to build a 1700 sq ft ground level deck.
Part of it is down to the deck boards you're using. Because composite boards flex more than regular boards, you'll want your centre joists closer together. Part of it is a preference too and Greg wanted an extremely firm deck so he went with 12". Typically a benchmark is 16" and it can be further or closer depending on your boards.
You dont need them at all, paving stones are 1/5 the cost and never break down like tuffblock recycled plastic.
Thats why I wrote off tuffblocks, everytime they show them they have multiple ones for each joist, much better ways than this.
The joist span of a 6” joists is a maximum of 9’11” on yellow pine. Why are you supporting them every 4 feet? I would go to the max but add a center beam and use 8 tough blocks on this entire deck along with joist hangers.
Because they're trying to sell their product, they show using a lot to make people think you need them all. They're $12/piece so it all adds up.
Are the stairs built using tuff blocks as well? That was not clear to me - any help appreciated.
Hi Shelley - if you look at a still image from 7:00 you'll see TuffBlocks are used on the bottom level. Unfortunately we didn't capture the stairs portion as this was built off camera, but it looks like the subframe is attached to his existing retaining wall for the remaining steps without TuffBlock. There are numerous methods to build stairs but typically the best one is using stringers. There are plenty of RUclips vides covering the subject but this one by Gordon 'The Wood Bully' is a good one to watch:
ruclips.net/video/JSbyaRR6nB4/видео.html
8:00 Wifey had very little faith that he could do this...bet she has her ass on that deck, enjoying it, every chance she can get though! smh 🙁