Discussion Forum
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“Firm Up” screened porch
Hello- Building a screened porch that's not directly attached to my house. Currently the trusses are up, and putting on the roofing this weekend. Problem is when you push on…
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Screened porch, PT or Doug Fir (stained)
Howdy- Been planning my screened porch addition for some time. Pretty much assumed I would use PT. I'm having second thoughts. Last year I built the supporting structure/deck with PT.…
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Mark screw layout for decking?
Did a search.... too many deck discussions to weed through. Do many people out there mark their decking in some way to get the screws to line up nice and…
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Anyone try FastenMaster IQ fastners?
Are they pretty new, can't find much doing a search in the discussions. Below is a description from Fastenmaster. Seems like it won't be that much more work then top…
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Help with deck post & beam connection
I'm kind of stuck and don't know how to proceed. How can I mechanically fasten the corner of my deck to the 6x6 posts? Its a beefy set of rim…
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Keep PT bundle from going crooked
Ok, getting a bundle of lumber for my deck. Construction will span a few weeks. Once I open the bundle do I need to do something to keep the wet…
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Porch Footing, Framing Questions
The engineer on my porch plans is MIA. In the meantime, thought I'd ask here. The required footings in my county are 2'x2'x12"high at 30" depth. The drawing shows the…
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Architect for screened in porch
Anyone have any tips or resources for finding an architect? I'm looking for one to draw up plans for a screened porch addition. Problem is it seems like all the…
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“Paint” for an ICF walls?
I'm planning on using ICFs for a retaining wall in my backyard. I've looked into having the foam coated with stucco, but its somewhat cost prohibitive. Is there a product…
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18″ Deck Footings in VA
According to the Fairfax County code footings need to be a minimum of 24" deep, height of 8", and 18" round or 16" square. The 18" round or 16" square…