Do you want to create a dry space below your deck? This article shows you how to make that happen. In This Article: Deck ...

Whatever you do, don’t skimp on materials (i.e. using 4-by-4 posts) when building a freestanding deck. In fact, for this kind of construction it’s best to over-build the deck.

Joist flashing tape is a water-resistant butyl adhesive tape that comes in a roll and is available at most lumber yards. There are numerous brands available and one that is commonly used is Trex ...

The tape is designed to seal around the shaft of a deck nail or screw. Jeff might be able to salvage all his current lumber. He might be able to flip over the joists.

The tape is designed to seal around the shaft of a deck nail or screw. Jeff might be able to salvage all of his current lumber. He may be able to flip the joists over.

Q.The carpenter that built my deck used joist hangers to hold up the joists along the house and at the end of the deck. Are these steel joist hangers approved, and will they stand the test of time ...