How to build a low-level deck?

PscottDIY

Hi Team,

planning on building a deck under our new patio approx. dimensions;

~8200L

~4700W ( can be flexible on this to suit a standard board length to avoid cuts ) 

~150/200H 

ideally wide Boards running out to the grass. 

Most of it can be supported by an existing concrete patio, with I assume some footings on the outer side closest to the lawn.  

Can you please help me with how so set out the frame / bearers / joists  footings etc ? what sizes to use etc ?

Cheers 

EricL

Hello @PscottDIY 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's fabulous to have you join us, and thank you for sharing your question about building a low-level deck.

I suggest having a quick look at these guides - How to build a Low-level deck. by @Adam_W and How to Build A Deck. by @MitchellMc. These guides will give you a general idea of how to plan your frame and what to take into consideration. But before we go any further, would it be possible for you to provide the measurement from your concrete patio floor to the bottom of the aluminium screen door.

This measurement will be the basis for the size of timber framing you'll be using, the amount of space that will be left under your deck and the type of footings you can use. I suggest having a look at these low-level deck discussions to give you an idea of how to plan your decking frame.

Low-level deck discussions:

• Building a low-level deck over concrete by @DIYImpressions
   
• Low-level deck building advice by @rookabook
   
• Low-level decks over concrete and around tree by @SLFDesigns

I don't wish to overwhelm you with information, so we'll take it step-by-step once you provide the measurements we need.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric