Diy Floating Deck Plans

The 2 inch by 6 inch joists will rest on top of the blocks.

Diy floating deck plans.

Digging about 6 inches into the ground create holes for the blocks so you. You don t need a shop full of tools to build a deck. 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.

How to build a floating deck step 1. Step 2 mark off area for deck. 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 plan for this deck is to use paver base and concrete deck blocks for the foundation.

This is the line. Determine how large you want your floating deck to be. Use stakes and string to mark off the. The area where i was laying out the blocks was mostly level.

Set the four corners for the deck. This deck will have composite decking with fascia boards around the perimeter to cover the frame and give it a finished look. Space four interior. Step 3 measure and mark.

Measure out the size of your deck in your yard. Measure out the space in your yard. The main area of my deck is just a little bigger than a 12 foot by 8 foot rectangle.