Deck blocks how to use

Concrete deck blocks are primitive building materials that look similar to children’s toys that snap together to build things. Their purpose is to spread out the extreme concentrated loads at the bottom of wooden deck posts onto strong soil. They...

When it comes to building a deck, homeowners must decide between using pier blocks or concrete footings. Pier blocks are easy to install and ideal for smaller decks built at or near ground level, while concrete footings require more labour but provide greater strength and stability for your deck. Consequently, the choice of which one

Ground-level decks that are floating (not attached to a structure) are easier to build and cost less than standard deck construction. Here’s what you need to know before you begin.

A comparison of CAMO Blocks, TuffBlocks and Handi Blocks—along with a little history—to help you choose the best instant foundation for your deck propject. No digging; no mixing concrete!

How to build an "instant" floating deck using concrete deck blocks! The deck block pier system takes the hardest part out of building a deck.

Avoid these common problems, and build a longer-lasting, safer deck.

There are two common footings options for a backyard deck, deck blocks or frost footings, including concrete piles, screw jacks, and many more. The biggest difference between each is from where the deck is supported, below the frost or floating on the ground. Which type of footings should your deck have? Deck blocks are a

A ground-level deck can be built from 2×6 if the span is less than 9’0″ (2.73m), using ground contact treated lumber. Under a 2×6 deck, the ground will need to be covered to prevent weed growth through the decking on such a low deck. The decking needs to be designed for ground contact or sufficiently raised off the ground to prevent rot.

TuffBlocks work great over a range of surfaces. Here they're used on gravel and what was originally soil. Crusher dust was used as a base under the TuffBlocks for stability.

Join Rivka Jacobs, a tenacious chemical engineer turned DIY enthusiast, as she takes you through the transformative journey of converting a useless mud pit into a stunning and functional floating deck. Whether you're a seasoned DIYer or a novice looking to enhance your outdoor living space, this video is the perfect inspiration for your next home improvement project. Find TuffBlocks at: https://buildtuff.com/products/tuffblock Find Rivka's DIY page on instagram: / renos.with.rivka

DIY special from Ryan - how he build our wood deck and changed our lives forever! If you're thinking about building one, read this!

Last Update: August 20, 2020 A foundation is the most important aspect of your project since the whole project rests on it (pun intended). There a few different types of foundations, some will be referenced

We have 16 end to end projects showing you how to use deck blocks for a range of DIY builds.

Building a deck on your own will take time and planning, but can save you money in the end. We partnered with Evision Decking to bring you along on our process of building a deck on a budget! We had never built a deck before and decided to research the process and materials to use,

We made a full length video tutorial showing you how to build a floating ground deck on a sloping yard using TuffBlocks. Check it out so you can learn to do it yourself!

My easy and budget friendly DIY floating deck that cost less than $500 and was put together during naptime. my frugal lifestyle got me a 12'x22' deck In 48h

Concrete deck blocks are a versatile and practical building material that can be used for a variety of outdoor construction projects. These blocks are typically made of cement and are designed to…

Using TuffBlocks as a foundation makes building a floating deck super easy.