Decks: Plan, Design, Build: Includes 30 Original Deck Designs (Ultimate Guide) - Softcover

Creative Homeowner

Softcover

ISBN 10: 158011461X ISBN 13: 9781580114615

Publisher: Creative Homeowner Pr, 2009

Synopsis

Decks continue to be one of the most popular additions to homes today as more and more homeowners seek to enjoy outdoor living and expand living space. Ultimate Guide to Decks, 4th edition: Plan, Design, Build leads the homeowner through the process of designing and building a deck, whether as a do-it-yourself project or working with a contractor. Hundreds of step-by-step color photographs highlight the clear, concise, and friendly text. The author provides helpful advice on generating ideas, selecting materials, and using tools as he leads the reader through the complete process. Further inspiration comes from dozens of deck designs and ideas the author has gathered from four of the nation's top deck designer/builders. Finally, three different deck projects, complete with plans and materials lists, are included so that even a novice can create a finished deck with this complete guide.

About this title

About the Author

Consumers recognize Creative Homeowner as their leading and trusted source for the best information, inspiration, and instruction related to the house and home. Creative Homeowner is the preeminent publisher of books on all aspects of decorating and design; home repair and improvement; house plans; gardening and landscaping; and grilling. Creative Homeowner's books stand out from other publications with their complete and easy-to-follow instructions, up-to-date information, and extensive use of color photography. Among its best-selling titles are Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement, Updated Edition; Ultimate Guide: Plumbing, 4th Updated Edition; and Ultimate Guide: Wiring, 8th Updated Edition.

From the Back Cover

Improve your home and expand your living space by adding a new deck. Create your own design, or choose one from among the nation’s top designers.

- 30 original deck designs you can use as the basis for your deck

- Step-by-step instructions to guide you through the building process

- Materials, tools, and the techniques you need to build like a pro

- Built-ins, stairs, railings, planters, custom seating, and more

Learn techniques to build an attractive and long-lasting deck.

Choose from designs created by four master deck builders.

Build safe and durable railing and stair systems.

Improve your home and expand your living space by adding a new deck. Create your own design, or choose one from among the nation’s top designers. - 30 original deck designs you can use as the basis for your deck - Step-by-step instructions to guide you through the building process - Materials, tools, and the techniques you need to build like a pro - Built-ins, stairs, railings, planters, custom seating, and more Learn techniques to build an attractive and long-lasting deck. Choose from designs created by four master deck builders. Build safe and durable railing and stair systems.

Edition details

• Publisher: Creative Homeowner Pr
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 158011461X
• ISBN 13: 9781580114615
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 367