This allows you to remove and or replace deck boards any decking material can be damaged or if access under the deck becomes necessary.
Very low deck over concrete.
This can result in a bouncy sensation as you walk on it.
In low spots where we had to stack up shims we switched to 3 3 4 in.
Hi guys after reading and posting on this forum and with some great advice and critique.
Layout the deck boards perpendicular to the joists.
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.
As you drill dust compresses around the drill bit.
Check the drainage of the concrete patio.
Or if your deck blocks are too low the joist will be suspended and over a longer distance.
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Screws should penetrate the concrete by at least 1 in so 3 1 4 in.
Bluemetal s low deck over concrete finished but not finished.
For synthetic decking use a 16d nail to space the boards apart.
For this low deck application you will probably not be able to use a hidden deck fastening system because there isn t adequate room.
Fill in any spots where rainwater pools with either self leveling compound or a concrete topping mix.
I ve finally managed to complete my merbau 90x20mm hardwood 3 4mm gap deck over existing concrete.
Floating decks don t take as much work as a fixed deck.
1 you can build a floating deck over concrete very quickly and easily.
Screwing down sleepers with concrete screws is simple but there are some things to keep in mind.
Clean the area thoroughly mix and pour your chosen material into the sunken area and run a straightedge over the newly poured mix until it is level with the surrounding concrete.
Use face fasteners not hidden fasteners to attach the deck boards to the sleepers.
They are elevated a bit above the ground and they can be moved from one area of your yard to another.
This kind of deck takes a little work but gets easier as you go.
Allow a gap of at least 1 4 between the deck boards for additional ventilation and drainage.
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.