deck_vocabulary

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 * VOCABULARY**


 * Floor Plan ** – represents a horizontal slice through the deck. It would provide information a person would need to know when selecting a plan.
 * Elevation Plan ** – are used to show the finished exterior of the deck
 * Multi-levels ** – can but always follow the contour of the grade.
 * Viewing Area ** – important considerations are given to open and unrestricted line of sight for views.
 * Trellis ** – is an overhead structure that helps shield direct sun light.
 * Platform deck ** – is single level, low to the ground and does not require railings.
 * Freestanding deck ** – a platform design that may in corporate a hot tub, privacy fence, or a gazebo and is not attached to a building, such as, a house.
 * Ledgers ** – anchor an attached deck to a house. Ledgers support one end of all joists.
 * Concrete footings ** – with post anchors support the weight of the deck and hold the deck posts in place. They are made by pouring concrete into tube forms.
 * Posts ** – transfer the weight of the deck to the footing. They are attached to the post anchors with galvanized nails, and to the beam with lag screws
 * Beams ** –provide the structural support for the deck. A beam is usually made from a pair of 2 ´ 8’s or 2 ´ 10’s attached to the deck posts.
 * Joists ** – support the decking. For an attached deck, the joists are fastened at one end to the ledger, and at the other end to the header joist. The outside joist can be covered with redwood or cedar facing boards for appearance.
 * Decking ** – is the main feature of any deck. The decking board are attached to the joists with galvanized screws or nails.
 * Railing Parts ** – include railing posts and balusters attached to the header and outside joists, a horizontal rail, and a cap. Building codes may require railings on decks 24” or more above the ground level.
 * Stairway ** – is made from a pair of stringers fastened to the side of the deck, and a series of treads attached to the stringers with metal cleats.