Front yard transformation with deck

[EuroKiwi]

A front yard makeover creating an outdoor entertaining area with a large 7m x 9m low-level timber deck and steps to the home's front entrance.

• The project
• Steps
• Tools and materials
• More inspiration for your deck project

From lawn to an entertainers paradise large deck

The project

A massive undertaking we decided to turn our mundane front yard into a 7 x 9m low-level deck, with full length steps up to the house. Amazing for entertaining in the summer.

Before shots: 

Steps

Step 1

Measure out the area and distance between holes. Dig holes and put in piles, making sure they are straight and level. Fill with concrete and leave to harden - best done when no rain forecast. Cut and secure bearers to the piles. 

Step 2

Secure joists to bearers - 400mm spaces between joists.

Step 3

Measure length, depth and height for steps. Build framing for each step and secure to joists. Once all framing for steps is completed, secure decking timber to joists - butt timber ends together.

Tools and materials

Material used in the project:

• Decking timber 
• Timber posts
• Bearers
• Joists
• Nails
• Concrete
• Screws.

Tools used in the project:

• Spade
• Hammer
• Hammer drill
• Drop saw.

More inspiration for your deck project

Bunnings Workshop member danieltheman built a timber deck as part of a new outdoor entertaining area.

Experienced contributor Tara built a huge D.I.Y. Merbau deck for under $6000.

Get more inspiration from our Top 10 most popular deck projects and 25 inspiring low-level deck builds.