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deck framing

  1. jar546

    Stainless Steel vs Hot Dipped Galvanized for Decks

    We have an issue where elevated beach walkovers are subject to hot, humid, salty sea air 24/7/365 and an occasional storm surge with spraying salt water. What this means is that historically, those that used galvanized bolts, washers, nuts, connectors, and joist hangars have experienced a very...
  2. P

    Deck joist overlapping question

    Would there be any structural advantage to overlap (2) 2x8x12 deck joists over the center of a double 2x10 drop beam. Span from ledger board to drop beam is 9-ft and span between drop beams is 9-ft/ This would create a 6-ft overlap directly over the drop beam. Seems like this would add a little...
  3. R

    Existing deck, trying to build new roof to cover it.

    Hello All, I’m a contractor/handyman business owner, I’ve built around 18 decks in the past 8 years. Decks aren’t my main business but I’m comfortable, I take pride in my work, and quality, and would like to think I’m no hack. I tend to oversize required lumber for sturdiness and peace of...
  4. R

    Deck Framing Protection: Section R317.1.3 states ...

    pressure-preservative treated wood shall be used when members are exposed to weather without protection from roof, eave, overhang OR OTHER COVERING THAT WOULD PREVENT MOISTURE OR WATER ACCUMULATION ON THE SURFACE... We are proposing to COVER the wood framing with metal flashing or Grace water...
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