Once I saw that the framing was good to go, I ordered enough cedar 2×6 from the local lumber yard to cover the deck and make ...

For a standard decking design: You could lay your sleepers directly on the concrete, but we bought a 1/2-in. thick PVC trim ...

If you’re shopping for new decking boards, consider their slip factor ... and other hazardous materials—have childproof latches. Also, trim any branches hanging above your grill.

Loose deck boards usually don’t squeak ... so nailing down the floorboards doesn’t always fix the problem. If thin trim nails fail to stop your squeaks, you can try using beefier hardened ...