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A transformation for a steep front yard using light-coloured Ekodeck boards for steps and a front entry.
The project
We had a sloping front area we were trying to do something with. We ended up building a small deck and adding steps to suit. We are pretty happy with our first attempt at decking. This was a D.I.Y. project, so there may be better ways of doing it but this was what worked for me.
Steps
Step 1
We made the frame for the deck out of 70 x 45mm treated Pine, then used the pedestal feet to level it up. We picture framed it first then filled in the middle.
Step 2
Steps were made using treated Pine sleepers for the outer sections, then used 70 x 45mm treated Pine for the joists. We screwed it all together using batten screws. We started with the top step screwed to the concrete and then added a 100 x 100mm post to the front. The next step used the same post at the rear, then we added two more to the front. Repeated steps down to last step. We did screw the front of the last step into the concrete footpath.
Tools and materials
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More inspiration for front yard makeover projects
Bunnings Workshop member bthederan used timber sleepers and granite pavers for a steep front yard makeover that used to be challenging to mow.
Community member Remarka6le used sleepers and concrete for a front path renovation using pavers and stones.
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