Use thru bolts for a solid and strong connection.
Building a deck off back porch.
Squeeze a bead of polyurethane marine sealant on the top edge of a side rim joist.
The 3 4 5 rule for how to build a deck use the 3 4 5 rule which is actually an algebraic equation a squared b squared c squared when squaring a single corner of a porch or deck.
Install temporary bracing to keep the support posts level and in place.
Install the 2 2x10 header beams to the notched 6x6 support posts.
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Cut the deck boards to this length.
Before allowing the concrete to cure for 48 hours embed a j bolt into each caisson image 2.
Next to the house drive stakes as close to the house as possible and tie strings to them.
To ensure your boards are 90 degrees to each other make a mark at 3 feet on one board from the end and mark the other at 4 feet from the same point.
Measure the distance from the wall to the outside of the trim board and add 1 inch for overhang.
This adhesive actually fastens the decking in place.
Install the header beam.
Eventually this will help tie down the deck.
Notice that the tops of the 6x6 support posts are notched to hold the header beam.
This deck structure is designed to be enclosed as a four season porch in the near future.
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Tie strings to them marking the outer edges of your deck.
Place the batter boards beyond the corners of your planned area.
Attach a 2 x 12 inch ledger board to the house to establish the deck position.
The dappled sunlight created by the overhead latticework creates a cool relaxing environment perfect for backyard entertaining like standing in the shade of a tree on a hot summer day.