Tools and Materials
Tools
Materials
See Project Plans for Lumber
- 4 – 22-in x 8-ft Furring Strips (Actual 1-1/2-ft x 1-1/2-ft x 8-ft)
- 2 – 1-in x 3-in x 8-ft Furring Strips (Actual 3/4-in x 2-1/2-in x 8-ft)
- 10 – 80-lb Concrete Mix
- 10-ft x 25-ft Black 6-mil Plastic Sheet
- 20 – 50-lb All-Purpose Gravel
- 5 – 1/2-in x 3-1/2-in Wedge Anchors
- 5 – 4-in x 4-in Post Bases
- 2-1/2-in #9 Coated Deck Screws
- 16 – 1/2-in x 6-in Galvanized Carriage Bolts
- 16 – 1/2-in Galvanized Washers
- 16 – 1/2-in Galvanized Hex Nuts
- 2 – 4-in x 4-in Post Caps
- 2 – 4-in x 4-in Twin Post Caps
- 4 – 1-1/4-in #8 Joist Hanger Screws
- 36 – 2-in x 8-in Joist Hangers
- Exterior Stain or Finish
Items may be Special Order in some stores. Product costs, availability, and item numbers may vary online or by market. Paint colors may vary slightly from those shown. Availability varies by market for lumber species and sizes.
Instructions
Before you start, follow this checklist for pre- construction planning:
1. Gain a deck construction overview with videos and tips on all aspects of the process.
2. Call your local building code enforcement office to discuss footing depth, deck location limits, if you need a weed barrier under your deck, handrail requirements, necessary permits, and what inspections will be needed along the way when building your project.
3. Check any neighborhood conveyances or covenants for special rules in your neighborhood governing the deck you intend to build.
4. Once you have an idea where your deck can be located, call 811 for a free service to locate underground utilities.
