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Dave M · 10-10-2007, 04:21 PM

All, thanks for all your inputs, they are helpful. I planned on using PT for the frame with 2X's for the decking. I've tried the 5/4 boards and found it spongy even on 16" centers. If fact my previous deck frame is made from non-PT. What my father in-law taught me was to use roofing paper on all the joists. No problems at all even after 15 years. I plan on using lag bolts to the house. I have texture "111" for my siding so flashing will be an issue. Wonder if I should cut the "111" so it sits above the deck and put flashing under. Don''t really want to do that since down the road I'll put a foundation and move my door entrance. Any suggestions.
Can I assume I will still need a building permit even though I have an existing deck, although shorter. I'm sure they'll have all kinds of rules for this.

Thanks

Dave M

10-10-2007, 04:21 PM	#13
Dave M Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 395 Thanks: 4 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	All, thanks for all your inputs, they are helpful. I planned on using PT for the frame with 2X's for the decking. I've tried the 5/4 boards and found it spongy even on 16" centers. If fact my previous deck frame is made from non-PT. What my father in-law taught me was to use roofing paper on all the joists. No problems at all even after 15 years. I plan on using lag bolts to the house. I have texture "111" for my siding so flashing will be an issue. Wonder if I should cut the "111" so it sits above the deck and put flashing under. Don''t really want to do that since down the road I'll put a foundation and move my door entrance. Any suggestions. Can I assume I will still need a building permit even though I have an existing deck, although shorter. I'm sure they'll have all kinds of rules for this. Thanks Dave M