About Multilevel Deck Railings
Adeck that follows the contours of slope offers several advantages. First, its stepped design minimizes the amount of grading the must be done to accommodate the structure. And, if the slope is not too steep, you can keep all parts of the deck close to enough to the ground to eliminate the need for railings. [...]
Multilevel Cascade Deck Railings
This seemingly complex deck provides an ideal solution for a steeply-sloping site. Its platforms cascade downhill, providing an outdoor connection between the upper and lower floors of the house. Built in a series of independent platforms, connected by stairways and steps, this design avoids a problem common to many high decks: it doesn’t overshadow and [...]
Master Deck Plan
Now that you’re sure where everything in your new landscape will be, it’s time to get a little more specific. ”I have been doing business with Oleg and Yevgeniy Gorlov for about 5 yrs. now. I am a general contractor and custom home builder and repeatedly trust Art Metal to provide my customers with exceptional [...]
Lumber for Decks
Pound for pound, wood is almost as strong as steel. Its warm, natural beauty and remarkable workability make it ideal for decks and other outdoor structures. The uses of lumber are endless. It can be used to add privacy screens and planters, create ornate railings, build ornamental trellises for climbing plants, or ease the transition [...]
Laying Out Deck Site
Whether you start the layout of your deck with a ledger or are expanding an old deck from an existing framing member, the next step is laying out the site for footings and post locations. Here’s how to get things right. ”We are extremely pleased with the railings you installed. The design goes perfectly with [...]
Installing The Ballusters
Purchase ready-cut balusters or make your own from 2x2s. You may want to angle-cut one or both ends on the outside faces. Determine where you will drive the fasteners. Set a group of balusters side by side. Use a framing square to mark fastener positions, and drill pilot holes. ”From the very first telephone conversation [...]
Installing surface mounted infill
Of all the aspects of fence construction, installing the infill is probably the most enjoyable because you can begin to see the results of your planning and layout. It’s at this step that the structure you’ve been toiling over begins to look like a fence. The tasks associated with hanging the infill are repetitive—you’ll fall [...]
Installing Decking
Because decking provides the surface appearance of your deck, you may want to invest a little more for high quality lumber such as cedar or redwood. Even if you choose to use pressure-treated lumber for your decking, measure and install it with care. ”I’m glad I I selected this company, an excellent quality of work, [...]
Installing Deck Beams and joists
Once the ledger and posts are in place, install the heam(s) that support(s) the joists and decking. Beams run parallel to the ledger and fasten to the posts. The number of beams increases as the span away from the house increases. ”Initially called Eugene for estimate. Eugene explained to me in details the types of [...]
Designing gates
A gate does more than just open or close a gap in a fence. It can also serve as a focal point, punctuate an entry, or highlight a special area. First impressions Gates create an image and project an impression about what lies beyond. A tall locked gate does not invite entrance. Low, painted pickets, [...]
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