What joist support for low level deck?

[Bolton]

Hi, I’m about to start a low level deck with posts and bearers. I have a few questions. 

1. How far apart should the posts be on the external bearers and is it ok to fix with bolts and not notched. 

2. For the joists, do I have an internal bearer of simply support the direct joist with posts ?

Thanks in advance. Im hoping to use 120mm bearers. 

[MitchellMc · Accepted solution]

Hi @Bolton,

The smaller holes are for nails, and the larger ones are for screws if you are using them instead. So, it's four per side and then two each side of the joist. That is enough.

Mitchell