There are lots of new decking products on the market, and deck-building methods continue to evolve and improve. Here are some of the best tips and products for a great looking deck that will last decades.
So, you’ve taken on the ambitious project of building a deck. You’ve completed the framing and have finally reached the fun part--laying the deck boards. You want the decking to have enough screws to be
If you're building a wood deck, you're probably wondering how to lay deck boards and hide the screws? With the Kreg Deck Jig you can!
What a defeating feeling. You drive a screw into the deck board just to see the end of the board split open. Now your entire deck boards needs to be pulled off and replaced or shortened because the end of the deck board has split. You run and get the old trusty drill. If you
Building a deck is one of the most popular outdoor DIY projects attempted. But it's also one of the easiest projects to screw up when installing deck boards crown up or down. The main thing
Wondering if you can screw into composite decking? Learn all you need to know in our detailed guide.
Pros and cons of hidden deck fasteners guide including what they are, their advantages and disadvantages, and their edge over deck screws.
There are lots of new decking products on the market, and deck-building methods continue to evolve and improve. Here are some of the best tips and products for a great looking deck that will last decades.
Learn all you need to know about rusting deck screws and read our answers on why your deck screws are rusting.
Even the most expertly installed decks will eventually succumb to the elements. Deck boards will crack, rot, and begin to pull up, requiring you to remove and replace boards. While this is not a difficult
If you're building a wood deck, you're probably wondering how to lay deck boards and hide the screws? With the Kreg Deck Jig you can!
Choosing the best screws for outdoor use requires understanding your wood type, water contact, and the thread design needed. Learn more!
Building a deck, whether a Pro or DIYer, involves a lot of planning and knowledge. Selecting the best material for the job is important to ensure the project is structurally sound and will last for
Deck Plus Deck Screws offer a comprehensive finishing fastener solution, including exterior wood, composite, and trim uses. Deck Plus requires no pre-drilling and is perfect for all of your decking, fencing and exterior wood project needs. SELF-DRILLING POINT: Together, coarse Screw (threads and a self-drilling point design eliminate the need for a pilot hole FLAT-HEAD STYLE: Sits flush with material BROWN EPOXY COATING: 4-layer coating provides superior rust and corrosion protection STAR DRIVE STYLE: Also known as Torx, this drive is designed to reduce slippage and camout when tightening the screw FREE T25 STAR BIT: Free driver bit included in package to match screws and take the guesswork out of installation SAFE FOR TREATED LUMBER: Recommended for use with ACQ, CA, and CCA treated lumber LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY: Parts carry a limited lifetime warranty against rust & corrosion
Are you considering using helical screw piles for your deck? Do they meet the building code requirements for your area? Here are a few items to consider.
Are these new, wimpy-looking structural screws really as good as the old-fashioned, meatier lag screws?
If you need to restore a deck, this tutorial will help you! We're going to show you how to restore a deck that has been neglected for way too long.
Finally, the second-best part of building a deck, screwing down the deck boards. Attaching the decking to the joists with face screws but wait! Should face deck screws be flush with the decking or countersunk below the decking surface? Deck screws should be slightly countersunk below the decking surface. The finish screws set to approximately
Finally, the second-best part of building a deck, screwing down the deck boards. Attaching the decking to the joists with face screws but wait! Should face deck screws be flush with the decking or countersunk below the decking surface? Deck screws should be slightly countersunk below the decking surface. The finish screws set to approximately
(Makers and DIY’ers: Make sure to add me on twitter and subscribe to my feed.) BoltDepot has a great selection of charts used to identify and explain the wide variety of screws, bolts, nuts, washers and other pieces used for building just about every...
