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Construction; Decks

A small rough sketch of the deck and its site.

bracing

Construction; Decks

Structural supports placed between posts and beams or joists to provide stability to the structure.

baluster

Construction; Decks

One of a series of vertical supports used between posts of a railing. Also called a spindle.

building codes

Construction; Decks

Regulations detailing accepted materials and methods of building, such as the size of the deck, setback distances, railing and stair construction, footing depths, fastening ...

cantilever

Construction; Decks

A construction method that involves extending the joists beyond the support beam or the support beam beyond the posts.

cap rail

Construction; Decks

The top horizontal piece of a railing, usually placed to give it a finished appearance.

composite decking

Construction; Decks

Deck boards manufactured from wood fiber and plastic to form a profile which requires less maintenance and generally has a longer lifespan than natural wood.