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Good Thread, privacy screens are becoming popular and most homes have a deck. Hopefully some more out there have good ideas to share.

Specifically, check deck books. While the steps is curved. And I think The first step is to make a jig by taking one sheet of 5/8" plywood and using a jig saw, cut two half moons 3/4" radius SMALLER than the largest step.

I think Power tools like a "power miter box" will make the cutting of the boards at the right angle quick and easy, this is a power tool that can usually be hired from a tool rental center or bought at a home improvement store.

I don't have had any photo of my deck now but I would like say that your deck photo is looking very beautiful. This deck furniture is looking awesome in a little outdoor space.

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Redwood. This is a popular, naturally rot-resistant wood. And it is easy to find on the West Coast and at large home improvement centers elsewhere.

I understand that you are very confused. I want to suggest you that do your own way.

I think it is not necessary that the deck should be attached to the house structure. and also it depend on your house structure.

I agree with you and your ideas. And I suggest you that you should do your own way.

Actually I am looking for this! Thanks for sharing helpful information.

Thanks very much for sharing pictures. Actually these pictures are very helpful for us.

Deck cleaning is an annual task for many. Deck sanding and cleaning happens to those people who choose to use wood-damaging pressure washers. Cedar deck cleaning and sealing is now easy with oxygen bleach and a special epoxy sealer.

Ipe wood has the durability and strength of teak, for a lot less money. Ipe hardwood is also a tough wood to finish. Its extreme density prevents most finishes such as wood stain or top coat, from getting through the surface.

I agree with deckbarn. Really, all decks need post to support them and direct bearing is the only way.

Sorry, I have no idea about deck barn.

Yes, decks are a marvelous way to enjoy above ground pool. By placing a relaxing deck around our pool we can extend our pool side leisure time. Decks are not difficult to install and the time taken to put one in will be extremely rewarding over the lifespan of our pool.

According to my opinion you should call an expert to be sure as it can be very dangerous.

My experience is to use high quality wood glue and epoxy is expensive and difficult to work with although I found it works well for bonding aluminum to wood.

Very dense woods like ipe are somewhat difficult to glue and generally we use epoxy type glues. It is highly recommend that when using any type of glue that sample bonds be made and tested before use in any project.

According to my knowledge continued re-painting with the same type Deck & Porch paints will not solve the problem! The only thing that accomplishes is having thicker pieces of paint come off and the other great destroyer of deck coatings is the Sun. Decks with long exposures to sunlight can have...