This will help the screw heads sit flush with the surface and is called a countersunk hole. Use a thinner drill bit to drill a pilot hole through the centre of the recess from the outer joist into the adjoining joist. This will guide the screws into the hole and will prevent the wood from splitting.
Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver with socket attachment or socket and ratchet to tighten them in place. You might find it easier to do steps 11 to 13 on one corner at a time instead of all corners, step-by-step. You should now have a secure square frame. The next step is to add the inner joists which will evenly divide the square frame.
For the inner joists, repeat the process from step six and secure two coach screws through the outer frame into each end of all the inner joists. Start in one corner of your sub-frame and position the first board across the inner joists so that the board runs in the opposite direction to the inner joists.
If the joist runs horizontal, the boards should be vertical and vice versa. The board should sit flush with the frame. Use a pencil to mark the position of the screws. You need to use two screws on either side of the board to secure it to every joist it crosses. Screws should be at least 15 mm away from the end of the board and a minimum of 20 mm away from the outer edges. Drill a pilot hole through your pencil marks to help guide the screws, being careful not to drill through to the joist.
Secure the screws into the board. Leave an expansion gap between the boards and repeat the process with the second row. We recommend…. More Details. When it comes to laying decking on soil, the more preparation you are put in the better it will be.
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Laying decking on soil: 4 easy steps. Jump too section. The soil needs to be compact enough to support the weight of the decking without deforming. Advisable Excavate to a level of mm below the desired surface level of the decking.
Step 2: Build a decking frame Essential Using mm x 50mm timber joists create a level and square decking frame. Step 3: Lay out and level the decking slabs Essential Lay down a weed proof membrane over the whole area, this will prevent any weeds or grass from growing up through the decking.
Advisable Use some gravel or hardcore to level any uneven slabs. Step 4: Add and level the decking frame Essential Place the decking frame on the slabs you laid out earlier. Advisable To make it as sturdy as possible, all cross sections and joints should be supported. Remove any plants, rocks, and weeds from the area. Ignoring this step can damage your deck.
Next, dig down approximately 50 mm. Make sure to remove any leftover turf. Make sure that the ground is even. You can use a tamper to flatten the ground. You may need to move soil around to flatter the area. Next, cover the area with a weed control landscaping fabric. This fabric helps prevent any grass growth, which can damage your deck. After laying the fabric, cover the area with 40 mm to 50 mm of gravel. Gravel offers protection against water and moisture buildup.
Other excellent alternatives are wood chips and stone pebbles. After finishing the foundation, start measuring and cutting your boards. You can use a pencil to mark the desired lengths. Mastering How To Lay Decking. Garden decking is a common feature in many outdoor living spaces.
Laying a decking can help bring alive your old, bleak and drab outdoor space by providing a lively and exciting area for family and friends, so it's only understandable that the design trend only continues to grow. If you're considering a decking project, but want to keep the budget to the minimum, then consider laying the decking yourself.
There are various advantages to this; the 1st being you don't have the expense of paying a professional. Professionals are quite expensive, especially on an hourly rate. Building a large decking can take the guts of a weekend or longer. It starts to add up right? Thats not including the cost of materials So why not save a fortune and lay your own decking?
In this guide we will cover the quickest and easiest way to lay decking. We've aimed to keep it as clear and concise as possible. So if you're a complete rookie you can get to work in no time. Please ensure you take the relative health and safety precuations before starting work. Once you have outlined the general design and spacing then start to build a real life scale plan. Mark your scale plan highlighting the decking perimieter in relation to your space.
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