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The Complete Guide to Building Decks (Black & Decker Home Improvement Library) (Paperback)

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Key Phrases: Framing Plan, Everything You Need Tools, Stairway Detail (more...)

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Library Journal, March 2009
"Decks are a popular addition to a home, extending living space outdoors. This revised edition does an excellent job assisting a confident homeowner through nine decking projects. Photos have been updated, and planning an outdoor kitchen is addressed, but many projects remain the same."

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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This book is a substantive revision of America's best-selling deck-building book. At 304 pages and with more than 650 photos, this book is an all-inclusive source of tips, techniques, and instructions for building decks. In this important revision, construction techniques have been altered to reflect latest building code requirements and building practices, and additional projects have been added.

The book opens with a revised portfolio section to help readers gain ideas, then moves to design and planning information. Next are comprehensive sections on basic and advanced deck-building techniques, followed by a chapter that shows tep-by-step procedures for building seven popular deck designs. As a bonus, the book includes a chapter on popular deck accessories, and also shows how to modify a deck design for a truly custom look.

In addition to the basic deck-building methods covered in the book, readers will also learn how to build multi-level decks, how to build stairways with landings, how to build curved decks, how to build decks with unusual angles, how to create overhead screens, and how to add electrical service and lighting fixtures to a deck.

So, here's why you can't go wrong with this book:

** Up-to-date to the latest Building Code requirements for construction of decks.

** Suited for DIYers of all skill levels. Includes basic information for novices seeking to build a basic rectangular deck, but also gives information for more advanced techniques, such as framing in for a hot-tub, building multi-level decks and curved decks, and building stairways with landings.

** Includes section for building popular deck accessories, including overhead arbors, benches and planters.

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Product Details

Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Creative Publishing International; 2nd edition (February 1, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0865734275
ISBN-13: 978-0865734272
Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #303,900 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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Framing Plan, Everything You Need Tools, Stairway Detail, Southern Pine Beam, Intermediate Footing, Ponderosa Pine Beam, Cedar Top, Corner Footing, Cedar Decking, Pour the Footings, Cedar Balusters, Cedar Stringers, Cutaway View, Cedar Supplies, Cedar Treads, Cutting List Key Part Dimension, Face Board Detail, Quantity Lumber, Build the Railing, Cedar Face, Cedar Railing, Cedar Rails, Cedar Stair

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Advanced Deck Building (Black & Decker Home Improvement Library) by Black & Decker Corporation in Back Matter
Black & Decker Advanced Home Wiring by Editors of creative Publishing in Back Matter
Black & Decker Advanced Home Plumbing: Hundreds of Step-by-Step Photos by Editors of creative Publishing in Back Matter
Remodeling Kitchens (Black & Decker Home Improvement Library) by Creative Publishing International in Back Matter
Home Wiring by Robert W. Wood in Back Matter

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5.0 out of 5 stars PERFECT For Beginners, August 8, 2002

By	Shawn Mulligan (Ewing, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

First off, I'm not a builder. I'm a guy with an office job who sits behind a desk all day long. I think the last thing I built was a birdhouse in third grade and it didn't even last long enough to hang it on a tree. So, I knew building a deck was a BIG project. But, this book made it SO easy! The photos are incredible. They don't use sketches and drawings, they have actual photos. The steps are easy to follow and the instructions are clear from the tools needed to the types of screws to use. If you're looking for a how-to guide on decks, this is the best one!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Building a Deck? Get this Book!, March 7, 2005

By	brianpsu "brianpsu" (State College, PA) - See all my reviews

Don't build a boring deck because that is all you think a DIY can handle. With this book, anyone can add some architectural features. This book has the perfect mix of examples and how-to. The color photographs are fantastic. Black & Decker book series have definitely mastered the picture = 1,000 words.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Only good for the basics, March 19, 2005

By	W. B. Rogers (Salem, Oregon) - See all my reviews

This book has nice pictures and some helpful information. However take it from someone who has purchased to many "how to build a deck" books. If you are actually going to build your deck, and if it is anything other than a basic 1 level deck out the back, if you want to do some really nice finish work, there is only one book I have found that even comes close to telling you how to do it and the tips and tricks. If you are serious save your money and buy Building a Deck: Expert Advice from Start to Finish. It is the only good book on building. You will be glad you did.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Bought this book to help my wife and I to teach us how to build and install a new deck on the back of our home. So far from what I have read, this is a great book! Read more

Published 2 months ago by Brian & Nikkie Vance

5.0 out of 5 stars The Complete Guide to Decks
This book was a great help to me and my husband. We used the step-by-step instructions to build a low profile desk in our backyard. Read more

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4.0 out of 5 stars Decking review
Excellent book for the home DIY person. If you thinking of hiring contractors to put in a deck, forget it, buy this book and DIY.

Published 10 months ago by M. Gammell

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The last time I did much carpentry was 30 years ago, so not being much of a carpenter, I'm having a deck built for me, but I still wanted to get some information on how its done,... Read more

Published 12 months ago by magellan

4.0 out of 5 stars very informative
A great book for deck building. My only complaint is there was a bit too much info on the exotic style decks that can be built. Read more

Published 15 months ago by Carbonadam

3.0 out of 5 stars Still looking
This book was ok, but I was still left longing for something more comprehensive, with more examples and more pictures.

Published 17 months ago by warchildnyc

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book to get you started on a deck
After reading this book, I was able to build my own 22 by 12 ft. deck. It contains lots of plans for various deck types with lots of pictures showing you how to do everything... Read more

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This book contains all the essential information to build a great deck. It even specifies parts for the decks that they show from top to bottom to help you get an idea of how... Read more

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If you are new to building decks like I am this is a great book. There are more details and pictures in this book than many others. Read more

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