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Dimensions are 8 meters x 3 meters. Ground clearance at the entrance (left side) is 120mm but on the right side window clearance is 170mm.
I want to build a deck with merbau 140mm running to parallel to house with picture frame design.
Also i want to lay pebbles at the edge of decking like this
I have read the “Building low clearance guide” and want advice on lengths required to start the project. Appreciate your guidance. Thanks
Hello @DIYImpressions
That is the ideal setup for the AnkaScrew's. You can use Ramset 12 x 60mm Galvanised DynaBolt Plus Hex Nut Bolt. I don't recommend getting anything shorter or thinner than this. I recommend using a washer when installing a Dynabolt. If you are using the Cup Head Bolt and Nut you will only need to use a washer on the nut side. However, if you use the Hex Head Bolt and Nut washers will be needed on both sides.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
Nauman (@DIYImpressions),
Did you want to know how much weight the whole deck could carry? If it is designed to the building code AS1170:2002 it can take 1.8kN or approximately 180kg per square metre.
Were you going to place anything on it that might exceed those specifications?
Mitchell
Hello @DIYImpressions
When using the Zenith M12 x 65mm Hot Dipped Galvanised Cup head bolts and nuts, you only need a washer on the nut side. I recommend only one washer for the Cup head bolts and one for the Dynabolt. It's ok if you've made an error in your order, you can return this product and order the other ones that you need. Please remember that with the Hex Head bolts, you will need two washers (one on each side) to mount the bolt to the angel bracket and timber.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
Hello @DIYImpressions
Moving the angle bracket one or two centimeters to avoid the Camo Fasteners should be ok. It's always good practice to put a washer on just in case the head does not cover the entire hole of the angle bracket. I'm afraid the Camo Fastening system is the only one I know that can hide the way it's driven in. There is the Buildex 10g x 65mm Self Drilling 304 Decking Screws - 100 Pack. It's specifically designed for fixing hardwood and softwood decking boards to softwood timber floor joists for a flush finish. No pre-drilling or pre-countersinking. Quick Drive Point allows optimum positioning and prevents timber from splitting. However, it will be seen from the top as this screw only has a low profile discreet head.
You will need to predrill for mounting Cup bolts into the joist. If you are screwing from the top and not using the Camo Fastening system, I suggest placing the screws no closer than 15mm from the edge of the decking panel. Please note that if you do screw in from the top you will need to predrill all your decking panels.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
The 12mm wood bit is the one you need to use to fit the M12 bolt into the timber. You can match them up side by side to make sure that the size is correct.
Eric
