Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Decks 6th edition (Black & Decker Complete Guide)
Be inspired by new design and follow the latest codes as you custom build the deck of your dreams!
Architecture, building codes, and design are not static; they change constantly. That’s why there’s a new edition of the bestselling Black & Decker: The Complete Guide to Decks, incorporating updates to national building codes, as well as new developments in building materials and design. Calling attention to composite deckboards and railings, as well as other PVC products made from recycled plastic, the new materials systems featured in this book are environmentally friendly, easy to work with, rot resistant, and very low maintenance.
Whether you opt for manufactured deck products or wood, the success of your project depends upon a sturdy deck undercarriage. Accomplishing this isn’t difficult, but building the framework requires that you have the latest information on building codes. In recent years, these codes have changed significantly, affecting everything from post diameter to allowable joist hangers to railing height and even the size of concrete footings. Black & Decker: The Complete Guide to Decks is the only DIY deck book that’s fully updated to conform to the latest codes.
Chapters covered in the book include:
Deck Planning & Design
Deck Materials & Tools
Structural Support
Decking
Stairs
Railings
Accessories
Finishing & Maintaining Your Deck
Custom Deck Projects
Gallery of Inspiring Decks
Black & Decker: The Complete Guide to Decks offers complete step-by-step photos and instructions, so even homeowners with limited DIY experience are assured of a deck that meets their needs. So, don’t wait any longer; build the deck of your dreams and start enjoying it!
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Awesome book if you are planning to build a deck yourself! I bought three books (including this one) to study before building my deck. This one was better than the others by far. Some of the charts, such was what beam size is needed, or what post size is needed, take some time to study in order to understand what is being stated, but once you understand it, you will be able to build a better, stronger deck. The book also points out some common construction practices that are no longer allowed by code changes in recent years. The copy of the book that…
Great resource Everything you need to know and great pics. Very well organized and easy to follow, with an overview section at the start and then chapters that breakdown each stage of the deck building process. Plus there are special sections in the back that go into detail on stairs, adding more intricate elements like curved railings, etc. Please note though that if you’re planning a more complicated job on uneven terrain without prior experience, this book (and any, really) will only go as far as helping…