Determining Deck Beam Height
Learn how to measure in order to set your posts to properly position your deck beam to the correct height. We recommend sloping your deck to shed water away from the house.
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How to Use a Triple Deck Beam to 6x6 Post Connection
Learn how to use a post beam connector to attach a 3-2x10 beam to a support post for a deck when there isn't enough material on the post to create a notched connection.
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How to Splice a Deck Beam Over a Support Post
Follow our step by step tutorial for splicing a deck beam over a support post. Never split a beam in the center of a span.
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How to Nail a Deck Beam
Learn how to nail a beam together. How many nails should you use? What type of nails should you use?
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Determining Deck Beam Height
Learn how to measure in order to set your posts to properly position your deck beam to the correct height. We recommend sloping your deck to shed water away from the house.
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