As the owner of a deck design build firm i have found that very few projects are what might be called standard most have some element or site limitation that requires a creative solution which in my area of pennsylvania frequently means designing the deck to be freestanding instead of attached to the house.
Free standing cantilever deck design.
When done correctly this is a strong and code compliant method of building.
This series of videos and step by step instructions breaks building a wood or composite deck into manageable parts.
Build a freestanding cantilevered deck supported by parallel beams.
Deck joist cantilever rules and limits the distance your joists can safely cantilever or overhang a drop beam is determined by the size of the joists the wood type and grade of the lumber and the spacing between joists.
Some decks can t be attached directly to the house using ledger boards because of a house cantilever or a brick veneer.
Learn how to create deck designs and how to build a deck.
We ll also give you ideas for furnishing and decorating your new deck.
Create a place to entertain or simply relax.
In other cases such as stuccoed houses many builders prefer to build a freestanding deck to avoid the mess and difficulty of cutting and flashing stucco.
If you need help schedule a consultation with a project specialist or visit your local lowe s and we ll assist you.
Design your deck like the pros with our free deck designer tool.
Customize your perfect backyard retreat by choosing from a variety of colors materials shapes railings and more.