
Deck Designs, 4th Edition
Great Ideas from Top Deck Designers
Steve Cory(Author)
Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.
4th Edition
Will be published approx. on 1. October 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-1-58011-716-6 (ISBN)
Description
Deck Designs, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive guide to planning and choosing the perfect deck. Featuring 24 professionally-built structures, it offers step-by-step instructions on how to design and build a deck that will enhance your home, while also serving your family's needs.The first part of the book covers topics such as how to decide on a design, tips on identifying uses for the structure, and common building themes and variations. The second section offers readers some of the best designs from 5 of the top deck builders in the country.Amenities like overhead structures, railings, benches and planters are also detailed, making this book a complete, one-stop resource for planning and choosing a new or remodelled deck.With over 120 impressive full-colour photographs and 230 colour illustrations, Deck Designs, Fourth Edition offers expert guidance for both DIY projects and for working with contractors.
More details
Edition
4th New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Fox Chapel Publishing
Edition type
New edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
500 Halftones, color; 100 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 215 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
825 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-58011-716-6 (9781580117166)
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Additional editions

E-Book
12/2016
4th Edition
Creative Homeowner
€8.51
Available for download
Previous edition
Book
02/2009
3rd Edition
Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.
€38.36
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Person
Steve Cory is a highly acclaimed DIY author who has spent more than 20 years as a deck builder and re-modeller. He has written and edited dozens of home improvement books, including Building Outdoor Kitchens for Every Budget, Affordable Kitchen Upgrades, Affordable Bathroom Upgrades and Ultimate Guide: Porches.
Content
Introduction
Part 1: Designing Your Deck
- Make It Easy on the Eyes
- Make It Easy to Use
- The Outdoor Room Approach
- How It's Put Together
- The Right Materials
- Working with a Designer and Builder
Part 2: Great Decks by Great Builders
(For all the pros, give a short bio; show special techniques and materials; and present five to seven decks)
Pro #1 (Gus De la Cruz, New Jersey)
Pro #2 (Joel Boyer, Illinois)
Pro #3 (Jamie Turrentine, Texas)
Pro #4 (Ivan Arana, Maryland
Pro #5 (Barry Street, Colorado)
Resource Guide
Part 1: Designing Your Deck
- Make It Easy on the Eyes
- Make It Easy to Use
- The Outdoor Room Approach
- How It's Put Together
- The Right Materials
- Working with a Designer and Builder
Part 2: Great Decks by Great Builders
(For all the pros, give a short bio; show special techniques and materials; and present five to seven decks)
Pro #1 (Gus De la Cruz, New Jersey)
Pro #2 (Joel Boyer, Illinois)
Pro #3 (Jamie Turrentine, Texas)
Pro #4 (Ivan Arana, Maryland
Pro #5 (Barry Street, Colorado)
Resource Guide