Free Deck Plans

Compact Deck
This plan contains an attractive deck design that two handy persons with intermediate building skills can construct in a weekend. Build it with versatile pressure-treated Southern Pine lumber and your new deck will provide many years of outdoor living...

Deck Supports, Post Holes
Deck supports can be built many different ways. With pressure treated lumber, you can dig a hole and bury the post itself. Placed on a flat stone or small concrete base, the post should last as long...

Deck Restoration
The Allens assumed that replacing their deck was their only option, but Dr. Ron offered a surprising diagnosis.

Replace Rotten Decking
Not everyone is willing to give up their wedding anniversary celebration to spend the afternoon replacing an old rotten deck, but that's exactly what Jennifer and David Cooke did! They heard that Ron was heading to Monmouth, Oregon so they put everything...

Roof Decks
When building a ground level deck is out of the question, sometimes opportunities exist above. Many buildings have the potential of developing roof space. Even very small areas can be made into attractive...

Deck w/Handrail and Steps
This deck, handrail and steps project required a building permit. This tutorial covers aspects of the project's construction, along with some of the plans that were submitted to the authority when applying for building permission.

How To Build A Deck
Few home improvements can match a wood deck for usefulness, beauty and enhanced value to a home. For adults, decks offer outdoor living space for entertaining, sun bathing and dining. For...

Ground Level Deck
This ground-level deck plan will take you step by step through the construction process. The design uses Southern Pine Radius Edge Decking (R.E.D.) in a parquet configuration for a great-looking addition to your outdoor living space.

Redwood Deck Construction
Deck building isn’t difficult. In fact, it’s a perfect project for learning basic construction skills. Your deck can be as simple or complex as you wish to make it. The care taken in planning, choosing materials, double-checking measurements and adding...

1 Level Deck
Relax this summer on this 12 ft. × 12 ft. deck. It's single level, elevated and secured to the house, has a balustrade and there are steps to the lawn.

Decking Materials
Select the correct materials for your deck and it will be strong and last for many years. Choosing timberThe timber will be exposed to all types of weather. If you live in a termite-prone...

Finishing A New Deck
Decks are exposed to the weather and must be protected to remain strong and in good condition. The surface of all exterior timber will eventually become weathered and discoloured,...

Raised Deck
The raised platform deck is an excellent solution to the problems created by sloping sites. This type of cedar deck extends your livable area into previously unused space. Terraced decks can...

Deck Bench Seat Plan
Use the same decking materials to construct a fixed deck seat, as used on the deck itself. In this example, 90x18 (3/4" x 3 1/2") hardwood is used. If your deck is constructed out of some other material, make any necessary measurement adjustments to...

Ground Level Deck
The ground level deck provides the simplest way of expanding living space outdoors. Attached to the house or freestanding, these decks are particularly effective in providing usable space over damp,...