Step 2 mark off area for deck.
Diy floating deck plans.
Use a laser level for accuracy when installing the wooden decking allow it to overhang 1 1 2 on each side of the octagonal frame.
Framing 1 2 x8 at 12 ptl for that front piece 2 2 x8 at 10 ptl 3 2 x6 at 12 ptl interior joists 2 2 x6 at 10 ptl 2 4 x4 at 4 ptl deck posts 3 joist hangers since i couldn t drill nail from the other side.
How to build a floating deck step 1 determine deck size.
You don t need a shop full of tools to build a deck.
Use stakes and string to mark off the.
The 2 inch by 6 inch joists will rest on top of the blocks.
Measure out the size of your deck in your yard.
This is the line.
Cap blocks on paver base will support the step section.
Set the four corners for the deck.
The area where i was laying out the blocks was mostly level.
Measure out the space in your yard.
Step 3 measure and mark.
Space four interior.
This deck will have composite decking with fascia boards around the perimeter to cover the frame and give it a finished look.
Determine how large you want your floating deck to be.
The main area of my deck is just a little bigger than a 12 foot by 8 foot rectangle.
Build a floating deck step 1.
Digging about 6 inches into the ground create holes for the blocks so you.