Plan:
The first step we took for this client was to develop the best plan
possible for the project. The client expressed certain desires and
taste issues and based on that and our own opinions we came up with
this plan. This is an important step, a simple drawing like this really
lets the client know exactly what they are getting and permits changes
and additions
The
first construction step is to dig footers. These are dug to a depth
of 42" below grade, to prevent movement from frost and cold weather.
They must be precisely laid out and filled with concrete. The next
step is to map out the location of the deck against the house. This
too is critical and then attach the first of the framing members to
the existing house.
Here flashing
is fabricated to go against the house, this will prevent the framing
members from eventually rotting and also prevent water from getting
into the house where the house meets with the deck.
Rough
Framing:This is done with 2 x 10" girders (supporting
the entire deck from below) and 2 x 8" floor joists. The wood
we chose is pressure treated to prevent rot. We could have used cedar,
but the cost would have been prohibitive and the wood would almost
never be seen.
Stairs:
These stairs are framed with pressure treated lumber and sheathed
with Cedar. More like porch stairs than deck stairs, they must
be built precisely, practically and with aesthetic considerations.
Decking:
The decking material, Port Orford Cedar, is applied with posts
for the railing already in place. In this case, the decking
is 5/4 x 6" material.
Final
Images From This Project: Finish
has been applied and cedar railings are complete.
