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5/4 and Composite Decking (2) , Support Boards (8) , Surface Boards (3) , Dek-Block® Piers (3) , Hardware and Metal Brackets (4)
 
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Can I do anything to reduce the number of Dek-Block® piers?   1548
Can I use 2"x4" support boards?   764
Can I use 2"x8" or 2"x10" support boards?   1072
Can I use a 2x4 support board (instead of 2x6) to lower the height of the deck?   1757
Do I need to install the end board if it's next to the house and wont be seen?   972
Do I need to leave a space/gap between the surface boards?   936
Do I need to use a metal bracket to secure the support board to the top of the 4"x4"?   1478
How do I get plans with the surface boards running the opposite direction?   667
How long should I wait before staining / sealing my deck boards?   865
Is my 4"x4" post fitting too loose or tight in the Dek-Block® pier?   1102
Is there a reason why the surface boards run perpendicular to the house?   1048
Is Toe-screwing really strong enough to support the weight of the deck?   1039
Should I use joist hangers on the end boards?   1125
What else should I know about using Composite Decking?   924
What is a metal truss plate?   840
What is Toe-screwing?   725
What Kind of brackets are available?   751
What Kind of hardware is available?   533
Why are so many more Dek-Block® piers required when using 5/4 treated or composite decking?   1318
Why are there so many Dek-Block® piers?   1287

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