Deck Designer Specification Kit For

Anthony

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Deck layout diagram

Top view without planks

Bottom view with planks

Top view with planks

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Deck Part Identification

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Installation Checklist
Building code and zoning requirements Check deed restrictions, building codes and/or zoning laws to make sure your deck complies. Check with local utility companies to make sure deck construction will not disturb piping or wiring. Deck function While planning your deck, determine how it will be used. Your climate While planning your deck, consider local weather. Take advantage of good views. Install ledger Install ledger to anchor deck to house. Ledger placement determines the deck floor level, normally 2-4" below floor line. If unsure about attaching a ledger board, consult a professional. Use batterboards and mason's string to mark off deck area and locate footing. Square with string Attach string to ledger and/or batterboards. Batterboards go just outside perimeter corners of the deck. Use the 3-4-5 method to get a 90 degree angle in one corner. Install posts Footing/posthole depth is dictated by local codes. Check with local utility companies to make sure deck construction will not disturb piping or wiring.

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Installation Checklist

Post bracing Brace posts as dictated by local codes. Attach beams to posts Determine the desired deck floor height on the posts. Determine height for securing the top of the beam to the post. Attach joists Joists are attached to ledger board with joist hangers or by toenailing. Determine where blocking will go and snap a chalk line, but make sure to stagger pieces for ease of nailing. Lay decking Attach boards "bark side up" to minimize cupping and warping. The deck boards can be trimmed after they are installed. Railings Railings must be firmly attached to the framing members of the deck. Check for local code restrictions on railings. Stairs Check local codes on stair restrictions. Measure the rise and run of the stairs. Multi-level decks When planning a multi-level deck, for aesthetics make one deck larger than the other.

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Tools Required & Tips for Success

Tools Required: Carpenter's level Carpenter's square Chalk line Chisel Circular saw Claw hammer Combination square Crescent wrench Drills and bits Dust mask Extension cord Framing square Gloves Hearing protection Hammer Hand saw Hoe and hose (to mix concrete) Ladder Line Mallet Nail set Pencils Pick Plumb bob Post hole digger Rafter square Ruler Safety glasses Screwdrivers Shims or spacers Shovel Socket wrench Stakes or batter boards String Tamper Tape measure Transit Tool belt Two foot level Wheelbarrow

Tips for success: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. When cutting or drilling wood, always wear eye protection to prevent injury from flying wood particles When cutting lumber, a fabric breathing mask will help to avoid ingestion of the dust. Wear gloves as the surface is rough and can cause splinters. For outdoor projects, nails and other hardware should be hot-dipped galvanized or stainless steel (preferred) or equally well-protected material to keep them from rusting. Hidden deck fastening systems are an attractive method of fastening your deck boards and are also recommended. To help prevent splitting, drill pilot holes in each piece of lumber before nailing or screwing. Make sure to prefinish your deck to prolong its lifespan. Before you apply a finish on your deck, test for moisture by sprinkling the surface of a small area of the deck with water. If the droplets bead up, the wood is still wet. Wood that is dry enough for treatment will quickly soak up the water. Deck finishes come in both water and oil based. While oil-based finishes penetrate deeper into the wood, water-based products are easier to clean up and are more forgiving in damp conditions. When applying finish or cleaner to your deck, protect surrounding vegetation by wetting with a hose and covering with plastic. Invest in a pair of kneepads if you are doing floor jobs or working on a deck. For more information and installation tips, obtain a copy of the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association's Installing Decking DVD and Specifying Cedar Decking brochure or visit www.cedar-deck.org. You can also call the WRCLA at 1 866 778 9096.

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Below are the Specifications And Materials that you have selected for your deck.

Overview

Number of Levels: 3 Total Square Feet: 660

Footer Depth: 30" Live Load: 45 psf Dead Load: 10 psf

Component Joists Beams Posts Decking Railing Bench Lattice

Size 2 x 10 2 x 10 6x6 2x4 24" x 15" 4x8

Wood Type D and Better Clear D and Better Clear Pressure Treated Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear (null)

FooterDepth

30"

Live Load Dead Load

45 psf 10 psf

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Component Descriptions
Lumber Materials DESCRIPTION 2x10x16 D and Better Clear Cedar 2x10x10 D and Better Clear Cedar 3-Step Architect Clear Cedar Stair Stringer 4x8 Custom Clear Cedar Lattice 2x8 Custom Clear Cedar Lattice 2x6x10 Custom Clear Cedar 2x6x16 Custom Clear Cedar 4x4x8 Custom Clear Cedar 4x4x16 Custom Clear Cedar 2x4x8 Custom Clear Cedar 2x4x16 Custom Clear Cedar 1x4x12 Custom Clear Cedar 1x4x16 Custom Clear Cedar 2x10x8 D and Better Clear Cedar 2x4x12 Custom Clear Cedar 2x10x14 D and Better Clear Cedar 6x6x8 Pressure Treated 2x4x14 Custom Clear Cedar 4-Step Architect Clear Cedar Stair Stringer 2-Step Architect Clear Cedar Stair Stringer 2x6x12 Custom Clear Cedar 4x4x12 Custom Clear Cedar 1x4x14 Custom Clear Cedar 2x4x10 Custom Clear Cedar 2x10x12 D and Better Clear Cedar 2x6x8 Custom Clear Cedar

COMPONENT Rim Joist Beam Stair Stringer Skirting Skirting Top Rail Top Rail Railing Post Railing Post Hand Rail Hand Rail Spindle Spindle Cladding Deck Planking Rim Joist Post BENCHPLANKTYPE Stair Stringer Stair Stringer Top Rail Railing Post Spindle Stair Tread Beam Top Rail

QTY 40 25 12 4 4 1 7 2 16 17 117 2 18 44 61 3 22 16 5 2 1 2 1 4 5 1

WOOD TYPE D and Better Clear D and Better Clear D and Better Clear Not Selected Not Selected Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear D and Better Clear Custom Clear D and Better Clear Pressure Treated Custom Clear D and Better Clear D and Better Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear Custom Clear D and Better Clear Custom Clear

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Other Materials
Qty 62 2 1 20 124 248 5 12 275 8 31 107 2 3 14 10 4 11 1 16 128 512 512 256 6 1 Description 80 L.B. BASIC CONCRETE MIX 60 L.B. BASIC CONCRETE MIX 10 LB. BASIC CONCRETE MIX 12" X 48" CONCRETE FORM TUBE 1/2 X 10" GALVANIZED HEX LAG SCREW 1/2 GALVANIZED FLAT WASHER 1/2 GALVANIZED HEX NUT 1LB. 8D GALVANIZED COMMON NAIL TRIPLE ZINC RAFTER TIE RT7-TZ 1 LB. 1-1/2" JOIST HANGER NAIL TRIPLE ZINC RAFTER TIE RT7-TZ 2x10-12" TRIPLE ZINC JOIST HANGER JUS210-TZ 5 LB. 10D X1 1/2" NAIL 5 LB. 10D HOT-DIP GALVINIZED NAIL 5" TRIPLE ZINC ANGLE CLIP MP5-TZ 7" TRIPLE ZINC ANGLE CLIP AC7-TZ 5" TRIPLE ZINC ANGLE CLIP MP5-TZ 5 LB. 7 x 2-1/4" STAINLESS STEEL DECK SCREWS 5 LB. 8 X 2 1/2" PHILIPS HEAD DECK SCREWS 7" TRIPLE ZINC ANGLE CLIP AC7-TZ 4x4 TRIPLE ZINC DECK POST TIE SDPT7-TZ 3/8 GALVANIZED HEX NUT 3/8 GALVANIZED FLAT WASHER 3/8 X 8" GALVANIZED CARRIAGE BOLT 5LB 16D GALVANIZED COMMON NAIL 40 LB. BASIC CONCRETE MIX

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Beam Layout Level 1

BEAM LABEL A B C D E F G

BEAM LENGTH 17' 9" 19' 4 1/2" 19' 4 1/2" 5 1/2" 1' 5 1/4" 1' 5 1/4" 5 1/2"

POST COUNT 3 3 3 1 1 1 1

POST SPACING 8' 3 3/4" 9' 1 1/2" 9' 1 1/2" 0 0 0 0

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Beam Layout Level 2

BEAM LABEL A B C

BEAM LENGTH 7' 9" 7' 9" 7' 9"

POST COUNT 2 2 2

POST SPACING 6' 7 1/2" 6' 7 1/2" 6' 7 1/2"

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Beam Layout Level 3

BEAM LABEL A B C D E F

BEAM LENGTH 25' 6" 29' 9" 5 1/2" 5 1/2" 1' 5 1/4" 5 1/2"

POST COUNT 4 4 1 1 1 1

POST SPACING 8' 1 1/2" 9' 6 1/2" 0 0 0 0

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Materials Cut List: Level 1

LABEL A B C D E F G H I

NAME Fascia Fascia Fascia Fascia Fascia Fascia Header Outer Joist Header

QTY 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1

LENGTH 6' 1 1/2" 2' 1 1/2" 5' 20' 15' 1' 5 1/2" 17' 6" 7' 4 3/4" 2' 2 1/2"

BEVELS F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45

LABEL J K L M N O P Q

NAME Outer Joist Header Outer Joist Header Joist Joist Joist Joist

QTY 1 1 1 4 17 2 1 1

LENGTH 4' 11 1/4" 19' 8 1/2" 14' 9" 1' 4 3/4" 14' 6" 8' 6" 8' 1 1/2" 6' 6 1/4"

BEVELS

Cut Angles: L=Left, R=Right, F=Front, S=Side

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Materials Cut List: Level 2

LABEL A B C

NAME Fascia Fascia Fascia

QTY 1 3 1

LENGTH 7' 8' 15'

BEVELS F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45

LABEL D E F

NAME Outer Joist Header Joist

QTY 2 2 7

LENGTH 14' 9" 7' 6" 14' 6"

BEVELS

Cut Angles: L=Left, R=Right, F=Front, S=Side

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Materials Cut List: Level 3

LABEL A B C D E F G H I

NAME Fascia Fascia Fascia Fascia Fascia Fascia Outer Joist Header Outer Joist

QTY 2 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 1

LENGTH 6' 26' 8' 22' 1' 5 1/2" 1' 5 1/2" 5' 10" 25' 11 1/4" 5' 10"

BEVELS F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45 F45 S45

LABEL J K L M N O P Q

NAME Header Header Header Header Joist Joist Joist Joist

QTY 1 1 1 2 1 26 1 1

LENGTH 29' 6" 1' 4 3/4" 1' 4 3/4" 1' 4 3/4" 7' 1" 7' 6" 7' 3 3/4" 6' 6 1/4"

BEVELS

Cut Angles: L=Left, R=Right, F=Front, S=Side

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Permit Page: Level 1

LOAD AND SUPPORT:

Your deck will support a 45 PSF live load. Posts have 30" below ground support.

DECK AND POST HEIGHT:

You selected a height of 42" from the top of the decking to the ground level. The top of the deck support posts will therefore be 31.0" above ground level.

Joists:
Set joists on top of beams, 12"; center to center.

Stress Analysis: Level 1

Component Joist Deflection Joist Bending Joist Shear Joist Compression Beam Deflection Beam Bending Beam Shear Bolt Shear Post Stability PSF 1567 245 255 351 150 55 55 82 149

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Permit Page: Level 2

LOAD AND SUPPORT:

Your deck will support a 72 PSF live load. Posts have 30" below ground support.

DECK AND POST HEIGHT:

You selected a height of 28" from the top of the decking to the ground level. The top of the deck support posts will therefore be 17.0" above ground level.

Joists:
Set joists on top of beams, 12"; center to center.

Stress Analysis: Level 2

Component Joist Deflection Joist Bending Joist Shear Joist Compression Beam Deflection Beam Bending Beam Shear Bolt Shear Post Stability PSF 1992 287 276 373 541 105 82 193 352

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Permit Page: Level 3

LOAD AND SUPPORT:

Your deck will support a 76 PSF live load. Posts have 30" below ground support.

DECK AND POST HEIGHT:

You selected a height of 21" from the top of the decking to the ground level. The top of the deck support posts will therefore be 10.0" above ground level.

Joists:
Set joists on top of beams, 12"; center to center.

Stress Analysis: Level 3

Component Joist Deflection Joist Bending Joist Shear Joist Compression Beam Deflection Beam Bending Beam Shear Bolt Shear Post Stability PSF 2963 370 316 412 214 85 89 134 244

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Your three nearest Western Red Cedar suppliers are:

131 miles away

Contractors Supply 3010 N. Waldo Road Gainesville, FL 32609 US Tel: 352-372-6315 Fax: 352-377-8011

156 miles away

R.P.M. Wood Products Inc. 1843 Pages Dairy Road Yulee, FL 32097 US Tel: 904-225-5414 Fax: 904-225-0888

156 miles away

Romac Lumber 1432 SW 15th Avenue Ocala, FL 34474 US Tel: 352-622-7099 Fax: 352-629-1412

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Disclaimer: We want you to have fun using our software and building your deck however, we care about your safety. Carefully read the following Disclaimer and Disclosure. You may proceed only if you have read this information and agree to the terms. The suggested design is a construction guide and is NOT a finished building plan. It is your responsibility to verify its accuracy,completeness, suitability for your particular site conditions, and compliance with local building codes and practices. www.WRCLA.org, www.cedar-decking.org and DIYonline.com assumes no responsibility for any damages, including direct or consequential, personal injuries suffered, or property or economic losses incurred as a result of the information published on the DIYonline.com web site or Deck Specification Kit. Before beginning the project, review the instructions carefully. We cannot anticipate all of your working conditions or the characteristics of your materials and tools. For your safety, you should consider your own skill level and usecaution, care and good judgment when following the instructions. If you have doubts, concerns or questions, consult local experts, architects, soil engineers or building authorities. Because local zoning and building codes and regulations vary greatly, you should ALWAYS CHECK WITH LOCAL AUTHORITIES TO ENSURE THAT YOUR PROJECT COMPLIES WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND REGULATIONS. Always read and observe the instructions and safety precautions provided by any tool or equipment manufacturer, and follow all accepted safety procedures. Be sure to follow the deck construction and guidelines carefully. You are responsible ensuring that all measurements are correct. Due to size, shape, location or other considerations, your design may require supporting structures, such as knee braces and bridging between joists, that are not included on the materials list and other information provided. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THAT YOUR DESIGN IS SAFE AND STRUCTURALLY SOUND FOR ITS SIZE, LOCATION AND ANTICIPATED USE. You are also responsible for verifying that the design and any substitutions or modifications you make meet all local building codes and regulations. www.WRCLA.org, www.cedar-decking.org and DIYonline.com or any of its related parties assume no liability or responsibilityfor your design, construction or use of any product supplied by DIYonline.com. YOU ASSUME TOTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND RISK FOR YOUR USE OF THE DIYONLINE.COM WEB SITE AND DECK SPECIFICATION KIT. DIYONLINE.COM PROVIDES THE SITE, ALL INFORMATION, PRODUCTS AND SERVICES "AS IS" AND DOES NOT MAKE EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR ENDORSEMENTS OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.) You understand that it is your responsibility to check any and all codes associated with deck construction. It is also your responsibility to obtain any deck construction permits as required by city, county, or state agencies.

Note:It is recommended that joist that meet on top of beams should be spliced with gussets.

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