Diy Floating Deck Plans

The area where i was laying out the blocks was mostly level.

Diy floating deck plans.

Step 3 measure and mark. Space four interior. How to build a floating deck step 1. Step 2 mark off area for deck.

Measure out the space in your yard. Measuring 2 feet from corners spray paint a straight line down the short portion of the deck. The 2 inch by 6 inch joists will rest on top of the blocks. Cap blocks on paver base will support the step section.

Use a laser level for accuracy when installing the wooden decking allow it to overhang 1 1 2 on each side of the octagonal frame. Measure out the size of your deck in your yard. The plan for this deck is to use paver base and concrete deck blocks for the foundation. Digging about 6 inches into the ground create holes for the blocks so you.

This is the line. How to build a floating deck step 1 determine deck size. Build a floating deck step 1. Framing 1 2 x8 at 12 ptl for that front piece 2 2 x8 at 10 ptl 3 2 x6 at 12 ptl interior joists 2 2 x6 at 10 ptl 2 4 x4 at 4 ptl deck posts 3 joist hangers since i couldn t drill nail from the other side.

The main area of my deck is just a little bigger than a 12 foot by 8 foot rectangle. This deck will have composite decking with fascia boards around the perimeter to cover the frame and give it a finished look. Set the four corners for the deck.