Building Decks-For Pros by Pros

This essential reference for pros and passionate amateurs is back with a fresh design and new content. Written by respected builders from all over America, this completely revised and expanded edition collects 11 new deckbuilding articles from the pages of Fine Homebuilding magazine, covering every aspect of deck design and construction, from the pros and cons of the newest decking materials to recent changes to the building code. Building Decks guides the reader through the entire process from first footings to final finishes, sharing insider secrets that only the pros know. 240 pp.

Table of Contents:

• Part 1: Framing a Deck
• Part 2: Putting Down the Decking
• Part 3: Railings and Stairs
• Part 4: Details and Design