Better Homes & Gardens on MSN

How to calculate deck spans for a safe, sturdy, and stylish outdoor space

Building a deck? Then you need to know how to compute the spans for it to be structurally sound. These tips and this ...
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Here’s the Key to Frost-Proof Deck Footings

The fact that water expands when it turns to ice makes life possible on our planet. However, it also creates headaches for homeowners in the form of busted plumbing pipes, ice dams and damaged gutters ...
The Washington Post

Building a deck that won’t collapse begins with solid footings

Q: Tim, you helped me years ago, and now I’m back. I’m going to build a free-standing deck at my house during my vacation. After watching lots of online videos, I’m somewhat confused about how to ...
The Spokesman-Review

Ask the Builder: Connecting deck posts and piers

Q. Tim, you helped me years ago, and now I’m back. I’m going to build a freestanding deck at my house during my vacation. After watching lots of online videos, I’m somewhat confused about how to ...