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Ground Level Decks, the Cheapest Decks to Build - Decks by E3 | Diy backyard patio, Backyard patio, Ground level deck

I have built many decks over the years. Ranging from a couple of hundred bucks to over thirty thousand. I have even seen decks that would compete with your house budget to build. But if you are looking for an economical deck. Something to enhance the backyard, to set a few chairs on without breaking

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40 Cheap DIY Pallet Deck Ideas To Save Money in 2025 | Diy backyard patio, Pallet decking, Pallet patio decks

Starting a project at home can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to building something like a deck. I remember the first time I decided to take on such a project by myself. I was looking for ways to save money but still wanted a space that felt cozy and welcoming. That's when I stumbled upon the idea of using pallets. It was a game-changer for me. Pallets are not only affordable, but they're also fairly easy to work with, which was perfect for me since I didn't have a lot…

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floating ground deck in beautiful yard with subframe showing how the deck was created

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!

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A Deck Build From 2x4 Provides a Low Step to the Yard | Ground level deck, Wood deck designs, Building a deck

Building a deck low to the ground from 2x4 creates some challenges. From levelling and support the 2x4 to preventing rot of the joist. But with the right tips, all these can be overcome to enjoy a low deck a possibility. This one has 5/4 wood decking but also could be made of the right composite decking. Selection is key for decking to work so low to the ground

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How to Build a Deck on a Budget - Building Codes from Deck Builders & Small Deck Construction in 2025 | Building a deck, Deck building plans, Floating deck plans

Although the deck shown in this article was low to the ground, any deck higher than 30 inches requires a handrail/guardrail system. Always check local deck building codes for requirements in your area when planning your backyard deck. Learn more and get the best backyard deck ideas, home improvement projects, freestanding deck builders, and outdoor projects at extremehowto.com!

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DIY Floating Ground-Level Deck | Ground level deck, Building a deck, Floating deck

Over the last year or so we have started making some major improvements in our backyard space. For years, we had always thought about adding a fence, but with no pets or kids to wrangle we would ultimately decide to bypass the added expense. However, when Sami was about 1 1/2 years old, it became very clear that we absolutely needed a fence to keep him contained. The fence was definitely worth the splurge, but we quickly realized that we also needed to address our patio situation. The small…

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How to Build an Elevated Deck Step-by-Step in 2025 | Deck steps, Building a deck frame, Floating deck diy

An elevated deck (also called a raised deck) offers a great outdoor extension of your indoor living space. While it's not a job for beginners, adding a deck is a good DIY project with the right planning, skills, and equipment. We'll walk...

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Outdoor Living: How to build a low to the ground deck part 2 | Deck bench, Deck seating, Building a deck

Hello again... Part two: How to build a low to the ground deck. So we are working on a low to the ground level deck project in Macomb Township MI. Where the clients had a failed stamped concrete patio that we are building a deck over. Let finish up the framing details. Here is the framing plan see below. There was a small modification to the deck plan during construction where we cut the corners on the deck. The homeowner wanted the corners cut but the existed concrete patio only allowed…

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DIY Steps for Building a Deck Over a Patio Slab: The Low Down on Low Decks - Extreme How To | Building a deck, Patio slabs, Deck

How to build a deck over an existing patio slab with low clearance. | DIY Home Improvements | House Renovations | Learn more at extremehowto.com #diy #deck

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