Replacing Wooden Deck
I need to replace my wooden deck on the parlor floor extension. I’ve had the old deck removed and replaced the underlying roof. I’d like the deck to be built with modules so the roof underneath can be patched if necessary. Any suggestions?
Igor
in Construction 10 years and 4 months ago
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ihhsitbcjyvev | 10 years ago
You most likely don’t need to remake the entire thing. Whether you have one bad deck board to replace or many, the process is the same.I think you can save hundreds of dollars in lumber by splicing in boards instead of replacing the whole decking.On the off chance that the sheets on your current deck are looking somewhat worn – and the establishment and deck confining framework are sound – you can essentially supplant the strolling surfaces and deck railings with Trex decking and railing. It’s a perfect approach to spare time and cash, while appreciating the greater part of Trex’s advantages over wood. For this work you need to hire an experienced and licensed one flooring contractor. Google it out from online directories like Porch, Red Beacon and many more to find the right one.
citysilver | 10 years and 3 months ago
If the roof extension off the parlor floor can carry the weight of self leveling legs/footings permanently attached to decking 4’x6′ sections, then these larger sections will never wobble/warp and the legs/footings/pedestals, which are 4×4’s, will not fail. The sections require 2 men to lift. A builder needs to execute this. If the roof extension cannot carry the weight of wooden sections (12 lb. per sq. ft.), then traverse the roof with steel beams, parapet wall to parapet wall and assemble wood decking on-top of the beams, floorboards being removable. Railings must be steel. Jane @ 718-522-3536.
rd684 | 10 years and 4 months ago
I recently spent an inordinate amount of time doing research of pedestal deck options for a recent project. I recommend selecting the tiles you want first, than determine what pedestals work with them. Some pedestal systems only work with that mfgs. decking tiles, while others are more universal. If your deck doesn’t have parameter walls you need to consider how you’re going to ‘tie-down’ the outer rows, to keep the pedestals from shifting outward over time. Also, some pedestals are designed to clamp each tile into the pedestal to prevent movement, while on some pedestal systems the tiles just sit on the pedestals. You should place a protective material beneath each pedestal to protect your roofing material. I bought sheets of closed cell neoprene and cut individual pieces. There are a variety of other materials you can use. In the end I used Eco Arbor’s IPE wood architectural tiles, and SpiraPave adjustable height pedestals. I prefer the look and durability of the unfinished architectural tiles versus prefinished tiles. They were thicker, heavier and usually better made. But be prepared for alot more work and ongoing maintenance. Some mfgs. you can Google are: Hanover, Pave-El, Tile Tech Pavers, and Eterno (Handydeck), SpriraPave, Bison and Buzon. Another option to consider are rubber, pedestal tiles made from recycled tires, They come in a lot of colors and are easy to install. SofTile and Unity are two mfg..
daveinbedstuy | 10 years and 4 months ago
There are a lot of modular systems if you do a google search. I have never used one but they look nice. Prefinished will also give you a more durable, factory applied finish if you go with wood.