Hi team,
Looking to tackle a DIY deck at my parents backyard.
Some details of the space:
- roughly 24m2 (7mx4m)
- Working area is concrete slabbed. Level is variable in certain parts
- Clearance from the internal space to the concrete slab is around 100mm only
- The planned deckspace is covered with an awning - still yet to decide if I'll work around the 4 posts or work right up to it
My thoughts:
- From what I can understand the internal to slab clearance available would be a ideal for 'low profile' deck
- I'm thinking of using adjustable pedestal feet that will accept the joist frame directly (no bearers). I saw that there's also pedestal feet that will accept blockers
Questions:
- Are gal nails or framing screws better?
- is there any significant feature advantage with pedestal feet that will accept blocker pieces? does it even matter?
- H3 treated wood is reccommended for above ground/outdoor use but what size timber pieces should I be considering and how far apart are the spacing between joists at their centre? I'm sure there's a best practice/building code to this question I'm not familiar with where to start looking
- How do I know the spacing requirements for the pedestal feet?
- Can anyone improve on what I'm thinking of doing or provide other ideas?
thanks in advance!
