Preparation and installing runners and skirts.
Build deck over concrete stoop.
Cut pvc trim boards to wrap around stoop using circular saw.
Create a rectangular frame of 2 x 4 treated lumber around the top perimeter of your stoop.
Concrete screws decking flashing tape plastic shims self leveling compound treated 2x4s.
3 tips for building a deck over concrete.
Instead of removing those concrete front steps save some time by building a wood deck over and around them.
A well designed front porch or deck is an inviting feature on most homes.
In recent years it s become more and more common for homeowners to reconsider their concrete patios for something more attractive and easier to maintain.
Tap in anchors with hammer then finish with a nail set 7.
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A floating composite deck.
If you re installing two different colors of boards for your deck then you can screw the accent color boards into place temporarily to act as guides for the primary color boards.
Attach trim boards to concrete with masonry anchors.
But what does one need to take into account when planning this type of cover up.
Building a wooden deck over a concrete one step 1.
When you go buy your.
In our case we just had an old.
This part is relatively easy.
Installing a multi color deck over concrete.
And plenty of it.
Run bead of hot melt glue across miter joints and press trim board against stoop.
Apply foam adhesive to back of trim.
Here are a few key factors to consider.
The first step to building over a concrete stoop is to install a ledger board on both sides of the stoop.
To cover the ends of the sleepers install deck fascia board.
Thick pvc trim 3 16 x 3 1 4 in.
Use a drill and inch diameter plug cutter to cut plugs from pvc trim.
Counterbore holes in pvc trim with inch diameter spade bit.
Use a circular saw to.
Drill holes through each counterbore.
Some builders choose to build over the stoop instead.
You will essentially box frame around the stoop by installing double joists on either side of the stoop and placing a double header beam in front of the stoop in between the double joists.