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Low-level deck over brick pavers

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Getting Established
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Getting Established

A Spotted Gum low-level deck built over brick pavers.

 

 

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The project

 

I built a low-level deck over a paved area to bring the walking surface to door sill level.

 

I concreted the stirrups in rather than resting on the paving. I used three 140 x 45mm bearers and fifteen 90 x 45mm joists for the framework, and built the deck using 86 x 19mm Spotted Gum boards with 5mm spacing. I was going to use 146 x 19mm boards but got feedback that they tend to cup even with XL head 12g screws.

 

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How to build a low-level deck

 

A low-level deck can pose a range of potential design and installation problems, with particular challenges around ventilation, drainage, termites and rotting. But it doesn't have to be a difficult project once you take the time to understand the basics of how they are put together.

 

Experienced Bunnings Workshop member Adam Woodhams has created a comprehensive guide to building your own low-level deck which should provide an excellent reference for getting started. 

 

Inspiring low-level deck projects

 

A low-level deck can add an attractive feature to your backyard and dramatically increase space for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. Check out these inspiring low-level deck builds by Bunnings Workshop members.

 

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