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Decks continue to be one of the most popular additions to homes today as more and more homeowners seek to enjoy outdoor living and expand living space.
Ultimate Guide to Decks, 4th edition: Plan, Design, Build leads the homeowner through the process of designing and building a deck, whether as a do-it-yourself project or working with a contractor. Hundreds of step-by-step color photographs highlight the clear, concise, and friendly text. The author provides helpful advice on generating ideas, selecting materials, and using tools as he leads the reader through the complete process. Further inspiration comes from dozens of deck designs and ideas the author has gathered from four of the nation's top deck designer/builders. Finally, three different deck projects, complete with plans and materials lists, are included so that even a novice can create a finished deck with this complete guide.
Synopsis
Decks continue to be one of the most popular additions to homes today as more and more homeowners seek to enjoy outdoor living and expand living space.
Ultimate Guide to Decks, 4th edition: Plan, Design, Build leads the homeowner through the process of designing and building a deck, whether as a do-it-yourself project or working with a contractor. Hundreds of step-by-step color photographs highlight the clear, concise, and friendly text. The author provides helpful advice on generating ideas, selecting materials, and using tools as he leads the reader through the complete process. Further inspiration comes from dozens of deck designs and ideas the author has gathered from four of the nation's top deck designer/builders. Finally, three different deck projects, complete with plans and materials lists, are included so that even a novice can create a finished deck with this complete guide.
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How to add the perfect deck, whether doing it yourself or working with a contractor. 900 color photos and illustrations.
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Improve your home and expand your living space by adding a new deck. Create your own design, or choose one from among the nations top designers. - 30 original deck designs you can use as the basis for your deck - Step-by-step instructions to guide you through the building process - Materials, tools, and the techniques you need to build like a pro - Built-ins, stairs, railings, planters, custom seating, and more Learn techniques to build an attractive and long-lasting deck. Choose from designs created by four master deck builders. Build safe and durable railing and stair systems.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Part I Deck Design and Construction Chapter 1 You and Your Deck Chapter 2 Footings and Foundations Chapter 3 Deck Framing Chapter 4 Installing Decking Chapter 5 Stairs and Railings
Part II Deck Designs Chapter 6 Decks by Keifer Chapter 7 Casa Decks Chapter 8 All Decked Out Chapter 9 Decks Appeal Appendix A: Deck Building ToolsAppendix B: Materials for DecksAppendix C: Building Techniques Resource GuideGlossaryIndexCreditsMetric Equivalents