Building a deck around your above ground pool doesn t have to be a hassle.
Building a pool deck frame.
Homeadvisor s deck framing guide instructs on how to plan and build a frame including spacing and adding footing posts brackets and anchors beams rim joists and other support features for a deck s foundation.
A laser level is a good idea in this case since the level will need to remain even over an extended area.
If you have kids you can make an entrance gate.
This guide covers how to build a ground level platform as well as a single story raised deck.
Some builders reduce joist spacing to 12 on center to strengthen the deck frame or to increase maximum allowable joist spans.
Once your deck is installed we can even help you learn how to best care for it with our deck maintenance buying guide.
Now set the pier blocks and posts for the 10 x.
Use gravel under the deck to help with water drainage.
The bracing isn t required if the deck is less than 30 in.
Installing extra blocking will reinforce the frame because of the added activity and variety of uses on pool decks.
If your deck and pool top are to be the same height set posts and leave them slightly long.
Install bracing cut from the same 2 x material you used for the joists 2 x 8 for this deck between joists in the middle of the frame to support parting boards.
Install the pool frame and level it.
Work from this level to cut posts and set the deck frame height.
Building a deck in your outdoor space can enhance your home s options for entertaining and relaxation.
Your new diy pool deck is now finished and now you can add some finishing touches like inflatable hot tubs if your pool isn t close to your home and you don t want to mount a hose each time you want to refill your pool then you can contact companies like emergenie can supply outside plumbing.
Matching pool and deck height.
Complete the pool deck frame by screwing 2 x 4 diagonal braces to the 4 x 4 posts.
Joist spacing for composite decking before building a composite deck always read the installation instructions from the manufacturer paying special attention to the required joist spacing for composite decking.