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FAQ's... FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Building decks, patios and porches...yourself!



What type of wood/material should I use?
The type of material you choose will depend upon the region you live in, whether you like woods or composites and your budget.

Other Resources:
Wood vs. Composites (Southern Forest Products Association)
Cellular PVC vs. Woods and Composites (Azek)
Composite Decking Overview (Trex)


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
  • Framing square
  • Gloves
  • Hand saw
  • Hoe and hose
  • Ladder
  • Mallet
  • Nail set
  • Pencils
  • Pick
  • Plumb tool
  • Post hole digger
  • Rafter square
  • Ruler
  • Safety glasses
  • Screwdrivers
  • Shims or spacers
  • Shovel
  • Socket wrench
  • Stakes & batterboards
  • String
  • Tamper
  • Tape measure
  • Tool belt
  • Two-foot level
  • Wheelbarrow
 
 
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