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DIY Floating Deck: No Digging, No Permit 💰 Build it Yourself in a Few Hours! 

The Neighbor Dominator
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In this video, my son and I showcase how we built a 14x8 foot floating deck in just 4.5 hours, spread across two days due to weather conditions. The best part? No digging or city permits required! When I received a quote of $4800 for this project, I was adamant that there had to be a cheaper, more hands-on solution. And guess what? We did it!
Though my main hobby is tending to my beloved grass, sometimes you need to switch gears. I needed a deck that my family could comfortably use and this project was the answer to that need.
➡️ This is not my first rodeo - we built a 14x14 deck previously, the result of which was amazing. I urge you to check that video out as well.
In this video, I walk you through each step of the process, pointing out what I did right, as well as what I did wrong. My hope is that you can learn from my mistakes and that your deck-building experience is a breeze.
I don't cover the step-building process in this video, but if that's something you're interested in, please let me know in the comments. I'd be more than happy to make a tutorial on that as well!
I pride myself on being responsive and open, so please don't hesitate to drop any queries in the comments section. I promise to answer each and every one.
Remember, I'm not a professional woodworker. If I can make this deck, so can you! The power to build is in your hands.
📌 Took 4.5 hours
📌 Cost around $600-$700
📌 Takes Two People
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Transforming a lawn can take a lot of trial and error. On this channel, you will find tips and tricks I have learned on my lawn care journey as well as the errors I have made. My name is Clint and I am a DIY Dad from southeast Michigan here to share the ups and downs of cultivating a lawn that will make all the neighbors green with envy.
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@Thatsjustcrazytalk757
@Thatsjustcrazytalk757 Месяц назад
Out of every video I’ve seen how to make a floating deck yours made sense and it was super easy to do. Thank you.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Месяц назад
@jimmyjaythatsjustcrazytalk9055 thank you! I am not a professional just a guy trying to save money
@johnvaldes8725
@johnvaldes8725 Год назад
Awesome helpful. I built one 12 years ago and now I'm having to demolish it and rebuild it. I thought treated lumber and Thompson's water seal would be enough to protect it, however carpenter bees will still attack and tunnel into treated wood. This time I will paint EACH deck board BEFORE I put it down, as I understand that PAINT (not just water sealant) will keep the little critters from boring holes in the wood. Again thank you for a great video.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
That is such a good tip. I appreciate that my man. Paint instead of 🦭
@UrOnlyWarning
@UrOnlyWarning 7 месяцев назад
​@TheNeighborDominator and thank You for the video as well. New to channel and DIY. This was very helpful to me. Appreciate Ya🗨 😉👌🏾
@climatedeceptionnetwork4122
@climatedeceptionnetwork4122 9 дней назад
Your daughter is a prize! Thanks for the special deck presentation; I will now build a deck beginning in November when it's cool. Very nice, all good, live long and prosper. Eddie Evans
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 9 дней назад
@@climatedeceptionnetwork4122 lol. Thank you. She is my supervisor!
@DDC365
@DDC365 12 дней назад
The daughter proceeds to help out by swinging in the swing while overseeing the project😂. Great video! Thanks for making and posting this! You did a great job...saved a ton of $$ and learned more through doing it yourself than beforehand. I do DIY projects in and around our home all the time (I have built a Murphy bed/a shed/replaced bad flooring with luxury vinyl plank flooring/ worked with electrical for the first time/created a theater room, and built a theater seat riser). I believe being a DIY'er in your home is one of the blessings and advantages of homeownership (unless you want to fork out more $$ than is usually necessary most of the time). I am currently researching "building a sound foundation for anchoring a 12 x 16-foot gazebo". I liked and subscribed.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 9 дней назад
@DDC365 she is my super! Lol. Thank you! I really appreciate it. I love doing stuff like this around the house myself. It's more rewarding. Plus i can tell everyone while we are standing in it..."you know i built this"🤣
@lisasocal
@lisasocal 4 месяца назад
OMG the frownie face! I did not know this, thank you!
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 3 месяца назад
No problem! Im glad i could help!
@juliemarrero9071
@juliemarrero9071 2 месяца назад
I’m confused with the frowning face. You said they should go down, but because they’re all sideways, should the go in the same direction? 🫣 TIA 😊
@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885
@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885 2 месяца назад
@@TheNeighborDominator I thought the crown is determined by the long edge of the board. you hold up one end and look for the curve along the long edge. then that gets pushed down from the top. Never heard about the "grain" being the crown before. thanks - Oh I see now - that is for the deck floors doing flat. thanks
@ahodnett1
@ahodnett1 5 месяцев назад
Nothing is perfect. That is a great deck!!!
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
Thank you🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 im trying to learn as I go. Just a diy dad trying to save a buck
@MariannaBeasley
@MariannaBeasley 23 дня назад
Nice work deck looks good . This no dig floating deck will be perfect for placing over my septic clean out .. now I would be able to extend my patio over to full length of my home would be nice and still be sturdy and have an access point for utilities when needed . Thanks for sharing
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 23 дня назад
@@MariannaBeasley thank you for the kind words. I took a handful of tips from a bunch of videos and made a deck. I have zero skills and was able to pull this off!
@Egalitarian-bt7kz
@Egalitarian-bt7kz 3 месяца назад
Thank you so much for sharing, especially the errors. What a helpful video…
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 3 месяца назад
Honesty is everything!
@my3suns568
@my3suns568 5 месяцев назад
Great video. We built our floating deck following your advice. Thank u !
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
🙏🏻🙏🏻awesome! That hit it right in the feels! I am not a wood worker or deck builder and I did it. Which means you can do it and you did! Cheers to you🍻
@victoriacharlesworth7099
@victoriacharlesworth7099 3 месяца назад
You and your neighbours have a beautiful houses! Great tips here thank you for sharing, especially the frowny face, needed to know that because my decking has to be renewed because of water damage from horrible UK weather and now I know why. Thanks again! 😁👍
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 3 месяца назад
Thank you🙏🏽🙏🏽 I'm glad my video helped you out. I love making videos like this. When I can help one person its all worth it!
@TheLawnLover
@TheLawnLover Год назад
Very cool Clint! I never knew a floating deck was a thing, but such a good option for someone looking to DIY it and save some money! Great video bro
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
Gotta save dat money!
@TheLawnLover
@TheLawnLover Год назад
@@TheNeighborDominator 💯💯💯💯
@gilsongallego2328
@gilsongallego2328 9 месяцев назад
Great job! Hope you and family have many years of joy.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 9 месяцев назад
Thank you! I feel each year I'm getting better at making these. No training here, just using common sense and hoping it lasts😂 Thank you for the kind words🙏🏾
@UrOnlyWarning
@UrOnlyWarning 7 месяцев назад
😮 wow 👌🏾 thanks for that tip as well. But since I'm learning. If you paint 1st, should one still seal it after?
@adamgosztyla7529
@adamgosztyla7529 Год назад
Ill be watching this while i build my own thanks for the great content 👍🏿
@IMash-bz4zp
@IMash-bz4zp 11 месяцев назад
7:09/7:10 I can tell that third board that was bugging me was noticed lol! great video very helpful!
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 11 месяцев назад
Lol im glad it helped. It was a fun project for my son and I
@zeesworld5092
@zeesworld5092 Год назад
great father and son project
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
For sure. We had fun building it. At least I did 🤣
@csmelen
@csmelen Месяц назад
Great video. I would have added joist hangers for added support to the deck.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Месяц назад
@@csmelen i learned about those after! I'm going to be building another one around my new shed and will be using those! I'm as amateur as they come⚒️
@cbaran275
@cbaran275 27 дней назад
This is fantastic!!!!! Holy cow! I just subscribed! Thank you ! I am using this very video to create a deck for my small shed that will be used for my push mower and gardening items etc . This is by far the BEST video on how to do it yourself. I have seen SOOOO Many videos on RU-vid claiming to be easy BUT it turns out not to be especially when they start putting in posts , and needing an auger . Thank you So much for this ! If you havent done so already Please consider building a platform ( no pun intended ) on Tiktok and instagram!
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 27 дней назад
@cbaran275 thank you thank you! I'm glad it has provided help in your deck building journey. I am a lawn guy that has zero building skills. If I can do this, you can definitely do it! I appreciate all the kind words. I do have a tiktok and Instagram but i rarely go on there. Stay tuned in going to be doing some other diy builds for around the house!
@mwilburn01
@mwilburn01 4 месяца назад
Do you have a product/supply list or a plan with measurements? My deck will be close in size but I want to ensure I am picking up the correct materials. TIA. Great video
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 4 месяца назад
Im working on getting the video done. I have a parts list
@StrangeMan
@StrangeMan 5 месяцев назад
Great video, thanks for sharing and for taking the time to make it relaxing and enjoying to watch ... many lessons learned, awesome stuff THANK YOU
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻thank you for the kind words. I was just being myself and trying to show everyone that you can do it yourself. It may seem intimidating but if you go for it like i did, you can too. I have zero experience with building decks. I'm a screw driver to fix the cabinet hindges kinda guy🤣
@drevil3456
@drevil3456 Год назад
Awesome deck. No worries about the back piece as you could always add a board there later. The right hand side you could toe nail a board up against it and make the top flush with the top board so it looks like its framed in...OCD on my part lol
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
That is a great idea. I had no idea about doing that. I might have to do that now!
@kellymeyer9047
@kellymeyer9047 6 месяцев назад
So glad i found your video! We ripped off our old deck (super old and damaged/rotten) and have wanted to do a detached deck or platform. Cost of lumber is $$$ but looks like a fun project!
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 6 месяцев назад
Thanks for stopping by! The deck was a fun project for my son and I. We were quoted $5000 and i got it done for around 750 and 4 hours of work! I am not a wood worker at all and I was able to accomplish it!
@davidhanni208
@davidhanni208 3 месяца назад
@@TheNeighborDominatorwhat state do you live in that they quoted you 5000 . We do projects like that for 2200 dollars
@thebusinessfinder2543
@thebusinessfinder2543 5 месяцев назад
Excellent. I will be copying this from 🇬🇧
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
🙏🏻🙏🏻this is amazing! Thank you for watching. I have zero building skill and I made this. If I can do it, anyone Can do it!
@kismeteisufi19
@kismeteisufi19 Год назад
beautiful deck!
@TishaRicks
@TishaRicks 8 месяцев назад
Fantastic job! You both made it look so easy. Now, I think I’ll try. Thanks so much. By the way, I would like to see the video on how you made the step. Did you do it? Thanks again.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 8 месяцев назад
Thank you so much🙏🏼yes I made the step. I have the footage. I'll get to work on it.
@rolandaosier8883
@rolandaosier8883 5 месяцев назад
Wich screw to buy an the size of the wood they ask me to much please
@marufmiah3264
@marufmiah3264 Месяц назад
I did not know that about the decking holding water if the groove is facing downwards. that's acc crazy yet makes so much sense
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Месяц назад
@marufmiah3264 right! I asked google and thats what it told me. I was the same. It was crazy
@cheriheuberger881
@cheriheuberger881 26 дней назад
I thought he said the board would hold water if the frownie face was Up, and that the frownie face had to be Down.
@marufmiah3264
@marufmiah3264 26 дней назад
@@TheNeighborDominator the little details are crazy
@marufmiah3264
@marufmiah3264 26 дней назад
@@cheriheuberger881 I’m not too sure mate I might have heard it wrong
@cheriheuberger881
@cheriheuberger881 26 дней назад
I just read another post that said he had it backwards- the smiley face has to be Up! 😅
@JeremyIngersoll-mm3vz
@JeremyIngersoll-mm3vz 4 месяца назад
Should build a raised garden bed next to it to run the gutter in so it’s self watering
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 4 месяца назад
That is genius! Im blown away right now
@charliem2564
@charliem2564 4 месяца назад
I think I would tamp down some gravel and throw a paving block down where you screwed the legs in for support
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 4 месяца назад
I bought the damn gravel too and forgot to do it. I am as amateur as it gets my friend!
@TylerWalsh-m4s
@TylerWalsh-m4s 2 месяца назад
Looking to build this exact deck ! This is the exact size i need ! By chance do you have a material list? Im struggling to figure out the right stuff to get thanks!
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 2 месяца назад
@TylerWalsh-m4s i sold that house but I will come up with a list
@gersom8428
@gersom8428 Год назад
Nice job bro it looks really good👍🏽
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
HARRY! Thank you for your kindness. Just a DIY dad trying to save dat 💸💸💸
@gersom8428
@gersom8428 Год назад
You know what size of lumber you used for this project?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
@@gersom8428 2x8x14 and 2x8x8
@jayshaun87
@jayshaun87 Год назад
Good info! Thanks for sharing
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
No problem. If this grass guy can donit, anyone can!
@halfline
@halfline Год назад
Good job! But why didn't you use composite or pvc planks? You live next to the water.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
I didnt know anything about that. What is it?
@MajorChisholm
@MajorChisholm Год назад
I'm just into a few seconds of your video where you say you were quoted $4,800 for that size deck. We were just quoted $21K for a 16 x 16 deck. And this is just 4 months after your video. Ok, and Go.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
Were they wearing ski masks carrying guns! That is outrageous. What did you say to them
@MajorChisholm
@MajorChisholm Год назад
@@TheNeighborDominator HAHAHA. Really nice guy. Just an outrageous quote. Reached out to 5 contractors and they were the only ones who got back to me. I’ll do it myself in the spring. Learn everything I need to. Buy supplies here and there then build it over a weekend with friends.
@MajorChisholm
@MajorChisholm Год назад
@@TheNeighborDominator But to answer your question. We didn't say anything. We tried keeping our poker face. And that wasn't an itemized list so I have no idea what labor was going to cost.
@bamelaanderson5137
@bamelaanderson5137 8 дней назад
Just quoted $7,500 😩
@LinasJu
@LinasJu Месяц назад
Well , 👍thumbs up for doing it DIY, but i would say, you mixed up boards orientation (as you called it frownie face) ... this should be opposite for crowning and water shed, but real effect shows up only if you get a lot direct sunlight summers and wet other seasons , for mild climates not so much of the deal ... Would be interested to know how it turned out for you ? ... there might be an advantage to do the way you do but not for cupping , more depends of exact cut of boards, youes seems to be better as smileface , ...again shouldint be a big deal, all the best ✌ ... here is a copy-paste that explains it better - "A board that is correctly installed right side up (or bark side down) will form a crown and allow water to run off the edges. If the board is installed wrong side up (or bark side up) it will curve up on the edges when dry and water can gather and sit in the cup. That is a recipe for wood rot and problems. If you look at a dry deck board from the end grain you can see the rings in the wood. They should be curving upwards, like they are forming a smile. You can easily remember which is the right side up by thinking smiley side up."
@Bobcat173rd
@Bobcat173rd Год назад
the strobe effect on the little girl swinging is hilarious.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
Ya the time lapse! She wouldnt stop swinging
@2010khampton
@2010khampton 5 месяцев назад
What size wood are you using? There's no mention of it on the video\
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
I'm in the process of making the video of parts and what i would have done different
@sgkukov2285
@sgkukov2285 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much for this video! It was the easiest video for my dumbass to watch and digest. I really appreciate it, thank you!
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 4 месяца назад
I AM A DUMBASS TOO! I watched a bunch of videos, built one prior, and tried to simplify it so even I could understand! Thank you from the bottom of my heart🤝🏾
@hkaszowi
@hkaszowi 4 месяца назад
Are you using 2x6s or 2x8s?
@pauldawe4418
@pauldawe4418 Месяц назад
Is only 6 decking blocks enough as im making one similar
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Месяц назад
@pauldawe4418 i added some wood supports. I'm a cheapo amd made it work but if you have the cash more support is always better imo.
@YardBrah
@YardBrah Год назад
Clint the tool man Dominator! 😂😂😂👊🏾
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
I think i might be done with grass content.
@c0pyimitati0n
@c0pyimitati0n 4 месяца назад
Did you use 2x8 or 2x10 boards?
@utubewatcher806
@utubewatcher806 11 месяцев назад
Can the threshold be extended to provide a deeper exitway from the patio doors?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 11 месяцев назад
Possibly. If I am understanding you correctly I would have had to raise the step up 2 more inches to match the cement ledge. That would have been too high to feel like a normal step and Ibwould have had to make another step amd sacrifice deck space. I wantes to do that but the deck is so little. It was a tough decision.
@myoyster
@myoyster Год назад
may i know what is Substructure board. I'm want to redo my deck which is 14 x16
@b3arwithm3
@b3arwithm3 9 месяцев назад
It looks good, but i am sorry to say it will develop problems quickly. The support of the deck is incorrect on many fronts. The biggest being cinder block on grass as they will sink with time. Second all the load is on the rim corner and as your wood rot (and it will) it will give up rather easily.
@Travisrogers87
@Travisrogers87 3 месяца назад
Are you not concerned with the step height from the grass? 7.25inches for your 2x8, 1.5inches for the top face boards, and probably 3-4 inches for the floating gap from the grass. That’s 11-12 inches step up (and kids will run to that deck from the playground) whereas most steps are 6.5-7inches and IBC code maxes out at 7.5 inches. Pretty significant trip hazard and not a fun shin bruise either.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 3 месяца назад
It is a platform for us to sit on. There are steps to get down that were put in afterwards. The main reason foe the video was to show people that if you think you can't build a deck on your own you can and save a ton of money. It may not be up to a professional builder standards but it ha served my family well for under 700 dollars.
@Travisrogers87
@Travisrogers87 3 месяца назад
@@TheNeighborDominator ahh, well as a seat that’s actually a nice dual function. Thanks for the tutorial!
@Steven-x4y
@Steven-x4y Месяц назад
You’ll find out later more supporting was needed … those 3/4 pieces of wood will sink in due time…. OVERALL I LIKE THE DECK … keep on building. ITS VERY REWARDING … & cost effective 🙏🏾
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Месяц назад
Thank you for your support. Im have a tough shed built and im going to make a deck around it!
@wendysinclair1973
@wendysinclair1973 4 месяца назад
could you use plywood as the top if it was going to covered with an indoor outdoor carpet, asking for a friend LOL
@warrencohenjr276
@warrencohenjr276 3 месяца назад
Yes. Still screw off at 16 on center and run the plywood long ways just like he did the deck boards. Good luck
@gigicostlow4414
@gigicostlow4414 Месяц назад
You can but you will need to use a waterproof sealer on both sides and the edges first unless you use marine grade plywood which is very expensive. Even with the carpet you plan on using, water will go through it and eventually warp and/or rot the plywood.
@chivone21
@chivone21 4 месяца назад
Now, after you squared the frame on the blocks, why in the world would you take the frame off and start nailing joists every 16"??? Did you LEVEL that frame too? The weight alone! And the square! I'm just shaking my head
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 4 месяца назад
I couldn't screw them in because the wall was in the way. I'm not a builder my man
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 4 месяца назад
I'm actually a pizza guy by trade, grass guy by hobby. Deck builder to save 5k🤣
@fijisfaithjourney6028
@fijisfaithjourney6028 8 месяцев назад
Thank you for the video. Would you mind to tell me how many boards do you have to get to build this deck? I am looking into diy a deck. Saw your video. It actually doesn’t look as hard.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 8 месяцев назад
It is a heavy one with the bigger treated wood. I have another video where I did a bigger deck with smaller wood. It was actually easier. I can get you the wood count tonorrow
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 8 месяцев назад
But regardless, it is very easy to make. I have no wood working abilities what so ever
@christianricketts3757
@christianricketts3757 7 месяцев назад
Would like to do this in my yard but it’s not perfectly level. What would be the be the easiest way to level the deck blocks
@Swillafication
@Swillafication 7 месяцев назад
Depending on the blocks you can dig down at the high blocks or even put some nice thick pavers down under the lows to reduce digging required.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
Even though the deck blocks are level one might be higher than the other. You have to level it with the boards in there
@Tony-yu9rk
@Tony-yu9rk Год назад
enjoyed video. Where can someone find the video of you constructing the step? thank you.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
I am working on that video
@scruffyjohnson
@scruffyjohnson Год назад
Did you pre-cut the wood?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
No sir. I bought and assembled right off the rack💪🏾
@alexperezroman
@alexperezroman Год назад
How do you hide them unsightly deck blocks from sticking out!
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
I learned to move them to the next beam in. But i was worried about the weight on the outer edge
@jodiviol6038
@jodiviol6038 27 дней назад
You can set the blocks at ground level but that would require some digging
@tuboborikua
@tuboborikua 3 месяца назад
Awesome video. What screws did you use?
@RioTheHitman
@RioTheHitman Год назад
Nice work
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
Thank you sir. I know its not lawn related but it is something I did that could possibly help someone else out by learning from my mistakes. Also save a couple $4,000!
@RioTheHitman
@RioTheHitman Год назад
@@TheNeighborDominator Facts
@mikeau9711
@mikeau9711 5 месяцев назад
Will grass grow through your deck since u didn’t remove it?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
No, i put down weed barrier and it is now all dead. It is just dirt under there now💪🏾
@stefanlatoure30
@stefanlatoure30 Год назад
Great work! Question, is there something to put underneath, where the gap is between the ground the deck to keep animals out? Thx.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
Thank you Stefan! If i can make this thing, anyone can. I am going to be putting up a Gladys fence around it.
@stefanlatoure30
@stefanlatoure30 Год назад
@@TheNeighborDominator Awesome! You wouldn’t happen to have a materials list would you? I’m going to give it a try
@sguardians2
@sguardians2 7 месяцев назад
Using screws on the joists may present an issue as screws are not designed for shear strength on vertical loads. On such a low deck it may not present a significant problem as long as the loads on the deck are kept at a minimum. Using pressure treated lumber would extend the life of the deck significantly.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
That is very interesting! I did use pressure treated on this deck this time. The screws said deck screws 🤷🏽‍♀️. What will happen using acrews
@gregkloe
@gregkloe 5 месяцев назад
​@@TheNeighborDominatorscrews have very little shear strength so they can break easier than nails. It appears you were trying to keep costs minimized, but adding joist hangers would have increased the strength of the joist to rim board connection significantly.
@billsmith9249
@billsmith9249 5 месяцев назад
if you added joist hangers you would be even better. Also, I couldn't tell, did you leave any gaps in between the boards? 1/8" would be ideal for wood. If you used composite decking I don't think you need any gaps (for expansion and contraction)
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
@billsmith9249 yes i ha e gaps in between the boards. Iblearned later about the hangers. When I build my next one I will be using those. I learn something new everytime i attempt a diy project like this. Thank you for the tips!
@PatrickHildreth101
@PatrickHildreth101 Год назад
Did you leave a gap between boards for expansion and water drainage?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
No because the boards were so fresh i knew they were going to shrink. Which they did and there are gaps now!
@myishafranklin2634
@myishafranklin2634 Год назад
What size wood is that I wanna attempt to make my own deck with my son.
@WooderBoyProductions
@WooderBoyProductions Год назад
Are you going to seal the wood with anything?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
I was told to let the green wood dry out a little but I have no clue. I wanted to put Thompson water seal on it but was told to not seal the green in there and let it dry a little. Maybe fall time. What do I do?
@BrunoRibeiro-ep4tb
@BrunoRibeiro-ep4tb Год назад
Let the wood dry for at least 6-8 weeks then seal it in. If it seal it fresh your sealing in moisture which will prematurely rot your wood. Cheers
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
@Bruno Ribeiro thank you thank you. It has shrunk significantly since i built it! I appreciate the info🙏👊🏾
@AB_thingsDFW
@AB_thingsDFW Год назад
I built mine with treated wood as well and let it sit for a good 3 months. Almost to the point it started to fade. Then I washed with a mild mix of bleach and water so the wood looked a lil pale. Then used ready seal. It's a cheap seal but it's "idiot" proof. I recoated the next year. Then 2 years later. It's been holding out great. 20x24.
@kylorob
@kylorob 9 месяцев назад
Curious, what about the grass underneath the deck?
@KeshaRousePBC
@KeshaRousePBC 5 месяцев назад
thats why he placed the weed barrier to stop grass from growing.
@desireelomino1907
@desireelomino1907 Год назад
Heyyy how would you cover the blocks? Beautiful deck btw
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
It would be hard to explain but, i would have toblift the deck with a jack and place it on one cross beam in. I should have done it right from the rip
@williamdalexander4858
@williamdalexander4858 5 месяцев назад
Did you put gravel under your deck blocks?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
Yes sir. Just to help keep them in place
@carloslopez-qw8oe
@carloslopez-qw8oe Год назад
Nice
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
Thank you Carlos. I appreciate your kind words🙏🤝💪🏾
@teenhype90210
@teenhype90210 7 месяцев назад
Doesn't building this in front of an egress door require permit?
@juliemarrero9071
@juliemarrero9071 2 месяца назад
Never mind, I just realized you were talking about the boards that go across on the deck! 🤦🏻‍♀️
@hammerridecycling7630
@hammerridecycling7630 7 месяцев назад
why no permit pulled on this deck?i live in california and want to build a deck.so for what i understand is NO DIGGING NO PERMIT right?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
That is what I was told. This is just sitting on the ground....like a picnic table
@Ourlittlehomesteadlife
@Ourlittlehomesteadlife 3 месяца назад
I'm in Illinois. I was told we couldn't use the blocks and have to dig footings. Hugely disappointed. Especially since that all requires a permit. 😢
@JhonnyW-n8g
@JhonnyW-n8g 11 месяцев назад
Is PT wood or what type did you used to make the deck?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
Yes i used pt wood
@sherrysusan
@sherrysusan 7 месяцев назад
any concerns about creepy crawlies getting underneath ?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
Yes. I am going to be installing a Lattice fence around it this year.
@marlonestrella8105
@marlonestrella8105 Год назад
Do you need a permit foe this since its attached to the house?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
It is not attached to the house. It is sitting on deck blocks
@Asleeplesknight
@Asleeplesknight 10 месяцев назад
I disagree with the illustration provided (I was also taught years ago crown is down). However, experience shows the opposite is true with green wood.The bark side of the plank should be down, not up. Initially it will seem correct, until the wood dries and cupping happens as the wood dries and the rings constrict, pulling in towards the center.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 10 месяцев назад
I am just a grass guy trying to save a buck and will take in all the knowledge I can from a pro! Im going to build another one next year so do the opposite?
@matthewmeredith3138
@matthewmeredith3138 7 месяцев назад
@@TheNeighborDominatorYep! As wood dries, growth rings will try to straighten/flatten out. So as your "frown" boards dry, the ends will pull up as the growth rings straighten and you'll end up with cupping. Always go for smiley faces :) I just finished a very similar build (16'x30') except on compacted gravel and with a polycarbonate roof overhead - loving it so far! It's the way to go for ground level deck building for sure.
@pshep123
@pshep123 4 месяца назад
​@@matthewmeredith3138this is correct. Noticed the mistake while watching, not the end of the world, but defintely want your boards smiling
@lnesland
@lnesland 11 месяцев назад
Nice job guys 🙂
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 11 месяцев назад
Thank you! It was a fun project to show my son how to save money and work with his hands instead of video games!
@jamesclemonts1
@jamesclemonts1 5 месяцев назад
Over that pretty grass 😢😢 great build nonetheless
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
I know right🥺 it killed me to do it but we needed somewhere to lounge on besides the grass. Plus the 3 foot drop out of the house was dangerous for the kids!
@JenniferMorton-zl1pb
@JenniferMorton-zl1pb 5 месяцев назад
Do you have a materials list available?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
I am making a video this week on it
@hlneira
@hlneira Год назад
Cool man, hoping thats fake grass because if is not your gonna have problem lol, also the blocks as mention bellow, keep them a tleast a food hidden from the edges
@RaptureHermit
@RaptureHermit 2 месяца назад
Thanks ! John 3;16
@manu2good11
@manu2good11 7 месяцев назад
What the measurements of the lumber you use
@CASH_ces7899
@CASH_ces7899 Год назад
Doesn’t look like its floating. Its looks more like it’s sitting on blocks. The blocks should be under the deck on the joist to achieve the floating look. In behind the rim joist. Also, A squared+B squared = C squared to square it easier. 3-4-5. Lucky it’s short enough to go corner to corner.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
It sounds like you are certified at deck making! I just watched a couple videos and wanted to show people a person with no experience can save money and build a deck with their son🙂
@b3arwithm3
@b3arwithm3 9 месяцев назад
​@@TheNeighborDominator You will not say you saved money when you have to redo it in 3 years.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 9 месяцев назад
@@b3arwithm3 my last deck i made with untreated wood is 3 years old and still strong as hell🤷🏿‍♀️
@b3arwithm3
@b3arwithm3 9 месяцев назад
@@TheNeighborDominator this one will be out of level especially if it rains a lot in your area. I don't think you are helping home owners save money by showing the wrong process. By the way, we build decks to last 25 years. 3 to 10 years is given.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 9 месяцев назад
@@b3arwithm3 what do you charge for a deck like this?
@Tony-yu9rk
@Tony-yu9rk 9 месяцев назад
Can you share how you built the step?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
I'm working on that video
@theoverindulgedchef6826
@theoverindulgedchef6826 2 месяца назад
why wouldn't you hide the footing blocks so they don't stick out from the deck? This looks like a safety hazard for kids and others as well. Will you be building a step to cover it up or a post?
@kimkluge2681
@kimkluge2681 5 месяцев назад
What about leveling? I’m horrible at it.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
I checked it. I had to add material under one block. I was lucky
@allieraine24
@allieraine24 Год назад
What size boards is this? 2X4, 2x6?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
2x8x8 and 2x8x14
@rolandaosier8883
@rolandaosier8883 5 месяцев назад
How you can help me with mine please
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
I am going to make a recap video of everything that i used later this week. I have the receipts to go over
@tonybologna139
@tonybologna139 5 месяцев назад
Did you level it?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 5 месяцев назад
Yes it was level when i did it. But i did not put anything down under the blocks which i regret. It os a little lower on one side
@jetspizza6628
@jetspizza6628 Год назад
🔥🔥🔥
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
Thank ya thank ya
@danajones409
@danajones409 Год назад
Did you screw the nails into the house??
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
No I did not. I built the frame.on the ground and set it on the deck.blocks
@danajones409
@danajones409 Год назад
Thank you!!
@E9EXPO
@E9EXPO Год назад
Nice, How does this feel to walk on?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
It is solid. Plus the feeling of accomplishment 😁
@phillipnassetta5314
@phillipnassetta5314 Год назад
Can't you just put the deck support blocks under the deck so there aren't exposed on the outside?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
I guess. But they are where the joists or frame meet. I wanted the best support there. But i was told you could definitely do that
@MelAtlNP
@MelAtlNP Год назад
Where would you put them so they are under the deck? Would it still support the corners?
@morevely
@morevely Год назад
What type of nails?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
3 inch deck screws. I wouldnt go any shorter
@yoko180
@yoko180 Год назад
Is this the 2nd deck you built? Are you going to stain it?
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
This is the second one. I was told to wait till fall to stain it. Let the aid wood dry out a little. Have tou heard of this?
@yoko180
@yoko180 Год назад
@@TheNeighborDominator heard of it but I don’t believe in it.
@Quequechan
@Quequechan Год назад
😎
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@factoryshed9500
@factoryshed9500 7 месяцев назад
I'm late to this video. But you left no wood expansion between deck boards. It will buckle and crack
@donthuvc8115
@donthuvc8115 Год назад
How did you level the deck? Any tips pls.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
When putting the blocks down people with remove a little bit of the ground underneath, place the boards in the deck blocks to see if its level. If it is not they add a little material under the block to raise the quadrant you need to make it level if that makes sense. I am not a true deck maker, I am a grass guy!🤷🏽‍♀️
@josebriones5799
@josebriones5799 2 месяца назад
Dimensions of the wood list.
@TitoJackson-t7d
@TitoJackson-t7d 4 месяца назад
Not sure I like those deck bricks sticking out like that my ocd will make worry about a kid falling and hitting head on it but ther nice video
@ms.ladietoyou8672
@ms.ladietoyou8672 Год назад
See I have snakes so my deck would definitely need to be ground contact
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
That is for sure. I am not a fan of snakes.
@KrustyKlown
@KrustyKlown Год назад
Step ain't wide enough to step on. Just bump it out in front of the door.
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 7 месяцев назад
Step has been doing great. I wish it wasn't so tall but i had to make it flush with the door
@bobg2177
@bobg2177 2 месяца назад
That step is a trip hazard and almost all code says you need a 3ft landing
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator 2 месяца назад
This is not a blue print for professionals, this is for the person that doesn't believe that they can build a small structure for themselves and save a buck. It is no where near being a super nice deck but my last one lasted 4 years up till i moved
@jiangpan2801
@jiangpan2801 Год назад
animal snake bug will hide under it
@TheNeighborDominator
@TheNeighborDominator Год назад
I still have to put the wood fence around the bottom! I should have included that in the video😢
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