DIY Deck Plans

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Decking with Composite deck boards. Composites are more durable, available in a wide variety of colours and maintain their appearance for many years - well worth the extra upfront cost.

These next 8 articles will teach you everything you need to know about decking.

Sometimes youll want to put a 45 degree cut corner on your deck, either for aesthetics, or because you need to for clearance. This is article shows you how.

Learn the best way to install joists, and how to handle joists longer than 16.

See how to do "Cut-corners" and "Let-in" beams.

Securely attach ledger board to your siding, brick, concrete, and even stucco.

Dig and set posts that wont shift and move with the frost.

OK, lets get started building your deck.

Frame a deck around your above ground or on ground pool to give it the look of an in ground pool.

Build a deck around your hot tub, or even strong enough to support a hot tub or spa.

Learn how to build a deck with curves. Great upscale upgrade compared to a square or rectangular deck.

Outdoor lighting is a great way to accent the features of your deck, extend its usefulness into the night, and increase the value of your home. See how you can install deck lighting yourself.

See how to build a fixed louver privacy screen at DIY Deck Plans.

Complete deck building guide with plans like this one for a Frosted Glass Privacy Screen at DIY Deck Plans. Get started building your deck.

Build this attractive V-Pattern Privacy screen with a top lattice panel yourself, we show you how.