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DIY
Simple Weekend Deck, Porch and Patio Projects
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How to Build Patio Decks and Porches
FAQ's... FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Building decks, patios and porches...yourself!
What type of wood/material should I use?
What type of finish should I apply?
The type of wood and the finish look you are trying to achieve will determine your choice of materials. For a look at some of the options, This Old House looks at some options in an article entitled Deck Defense.
What type of tools do I need?
You will need the following tools:
- Carpenter's level
- Chalk line
- Chisel
- Circular saw
- Claw hammer
- Crescent wrench
- Drills and bits
- Dust mask
- Extension cord
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- Framing square
- Gloves
- Hand saw
- Hoe and hose
- Ladder
- Mallet
- Nail set
- Pencils
- Pick
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- Plumb tool
- Post hole digger
- Rafter square
- Ruler
- Safety glasses
- Screwdrivers
- Shims or spacers
- Shovel
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- Socket wrench
- Stakes & batterboards
- String
- Tamper
- Tape measure
- Tool belt
- Two-foot level
- Wheelbarrow
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