This kind of deck takes a little work but gets easier as you go.
Very low deck over concrete.
If you use deck blocks to support 2x6 joists at various locations you have to have the elevations just right or the joist will rest on the highest deck block and not the others.
Fill in any spots where rainwater pools with either self leveling compound or a concrete topping mix.
Check the drainage of the concrete patio.
For this low deck application you will probably not be able to use a hidden deck fastening system because there isn t adequate room.
Screws should penetrate the concrete by at least 1 in so 3 1 4 in.
Or if your deck blocks are too low the joist will be suspended and over a longer distance.
They are elevated a bit above the ground and they can be moved from one area of your yard to another.
Screwing down sleepers with concrete screws is simple but there are some things to keep in mind.
Bluemetal s low deck over concrete finished but not finished.
Layout the deck boards perpendicular to the joists.
For synthetic decking use a 16d nail to space the boards apart.
Just make sure that any low spots where the concrete has settled have stopped sinking before you start a new project on the same area.
Use face fasteners not hidden fasteners to attach the deck boards to the sleepers.
I ve finally managed to complete my merbau 90x20mm hardwood 3 4mm gap deck over existing concrete.
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In low spots where we had to stack up shims we switched to 3 3 4 in.
Now you are ready to deck over the low deck joist system as you would on any deck.
As you drill dust compresses around the drill bit.
Diy decking over concrete is one of our most frequently discussed topics and today we d like to highlight two options that make installing decking over concrete incredibly quick and easy and more importantly.
Allow a gap of at least 1 4 between the deck boards for additional ventilation and drainage.
This allows you to remove and or replace deck boards any decking material can be damaged or if access under the deck becomes necessary.
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Floating decks don t take as much work as a fixed deck.
Below are eight reasons to build a floating deck.