A Deck Blog

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(left by Tim (Indiana) on March 24, 2016, 10:12 am):
Thanks for keeping this Blog up. I am about to embark on building my own deck. A Monster 800 sq ft. This will be the second one I have built myself but double the size of before. I have decided to log my progress step by step also. Here goes...

(left by Jim (Michigan) on October 8, 2015, 11:37 am):
Nice to see you've kept this blog alive for years. This is helpful to newbies like myself trying to decide if taking a project like this on is "doable". I am convinced it is.

(left on August 11, 2015, 4:39 pm):
Do you have pictures of the actual skirt framing to see how it is all attached? I'm trying to do the same but not sure how to get started particularly since my rim joist sits very low to the ground and I don't think I'll enough clearance to hammer in the stakes

(left by Boston Deck And Porch on February 6, 2015, 8:11 pm):
Compliments on your new deck and you provided great documentation of your build. I am deck builder in Massachusetts and know how difficult it can be building for perfection. Make sure you keep that stained in that hot sun so it does not dry out!

(left by David Smith on August 2, 2013, 11:16 am):
very nicely done ! thanks for sharing Ideas you do very nice work

(left by Rusty on July 5, 2013, 3:29 pm):
How do you calculate stairs when the landing is on a decline away from the deck? thanks

(left by RECIII on June 14, 2013, 2:28 pm):
Stumbled across your site looking for skirting designs and tips but didn't expect to get a decking 101 class. Thanks for the hard work and detail.

(left by C.J. on October 24, 2012, 12:22 pm):
I've just started building my deck and only have the posts set. The design and permit were completed a month ago. I really wish I would have stumbled upon your site earlier. Excellent step-by-step details along with great photos. You've given me good tips & tricks to implement as I construct my deck - including the resources on bestdecksite.com. Thank You for this excellent website! The world needs more good folks like you.

(left by Jim Breedlove on July 12, 2012, 2:50 pm):
Dude , will you come build mine ! Just kidding, this is great easy to follow ! Thanks I like what you did .

(left by Eric on September 13, 2011, 4:14 pm):
Thanks for doing this, it is a nice step by step for building a deck! Lots of good information.

(left by Mike on May 9, 2011, 1:25 pm):
This has helped me a lot! I am building my own deck and this step by step was invaluable! Thanks!

(left by Roz on March 2, 2011, 10:25 pm):
Very informative and organized blog. The deck looks great!

(left by Chase on September 19, 2010, 7:51 pm):
Good blog. Very informative for the DIY. It is possible to build a deck without hiring a pro. Check out some of our work http://www.kcdeckandpatio.com

(left by Steve on August 26, 2010, 1:59 pm):
Nice job!! I'm always impressed to see the immaculate job a person can do even with limited experience. Many times, a project turns out better than when the "old pro" does it. There is a greater desire to learn from many builders about the positives/negatives of products and different building methods. Quality and code issues mean much more to the new builder as opposed to the Git-r-done builder. Enjoyed following the project!

(left on June 29, 2010, 9:04 am):
This is a good example of how doing it yourself can save you a lot of money and come out even better than if you hired out a deck builder. Nice job! You're lucky that you're able to do this stuff on your own and I think this is a great resource that can help others with the ambition to tackle a project like this on their own!

(left by James on June 10, 2010, 1:49 pm):
Great job on the deck!

(left on April 16, 2010, 8:14 am):
I used a water level when I recently built my deck based on recommendations here. It was cheap and worked great! Everything was dead on. Thanks!

(left by Chris on February 23, 2010, 8:16 am):
I was researching my DIY deck project for this spring and came across this site. This has been what I've been looking for! This is a really great site and very informative. I am going to implement a lot of the things you did. I've learned some useful things from your site! Thanks again!! - Chris

(left by John on December 20, 2009, 7:16 pm):
This is very well done! I'd like to link this to my blog, if possible. My blog is more about preserving and maintaining decks. blog.sealkc.com

(left by Mike on November 24, 2009, 8:47 am):
Great site, well done deck!! it's nice to see sites like this where things are done right! I've seen so many shady and unsafe deck builds in my time. All decks should be built like this one!

(left by Bill S. on September 27, 2009, 1:11 pm):
I saw your deck in person-great job!. This blog really outilnes the job you did very well. I think it will continue to help many DIYer's-great detail with the blog & the deck really makes your back yard. Get that basement done now!

(left by Deck Builder NC on July 9, 2009, 3:42 pm):
The deck turned out great! I just built mine and went with the Ipe Clip Hidden Deck Fasteners. It turned out amazing and their clips were easy to use.

(left by ghm125 on June 23, 2009, 8:47 pm):
am about to do the same first time deck builder,but around an above ground pool ,thanks for the step by step....gregg in Amelia

(left by Gregory on June 22, 2009, 8:15 am):
Nice deck and site!

(left by Mike on March 19, 2009, 9:17 am):
I'm going to be building my own deck this spring. This site gave me some good ideas. Thanks!

(left on January 14, 2009, 10:15 am):
Nice job! I wish there were more sites like this out there. I enjoyed viewing this project from the beginning to the end

(left by John on January 5, 2009, 2:29 pm):
Thanks for doing this site! There is a lot of great information and photos here!!

(left on December 28, 2008, 12:31 am):
Very well done, deck is amazingly solid!! Thanks for sharing

(left by Scott on November 16, 2008, 4:32 pm):
Nice skirting. It finishes off the deck very nicely! Thanks for doing this site!

(left on September 8, 2008, 1:14 pm):
My goodness, you're a wonderman. Great job and I was there from the start! Guess who. A hint, I've been there from the very, very, very beginning! Love you!