1001 Ideas for Decks The Ultimate Source Book Joe Provey (2007, TPK) HA5

Description: Product info1001 Ideas Ser.: 1001 Ideas for Decks by Joseph Provey and Joe Provey (2007, Trade Paperback, Revised edition)Books & Magazines > BooksProduct InformationAs with all of the books in the "1001 Ideas" series,1001 Ideas for Decks is packed with design solutions, building techniques, and the latest information on deck materials; including cutting-edge recycled and composite materials.1001 Ideas for Decks leads the reader through the design process, material selection, safety concerns, and basic building techniques with a lively, easy-to-follow format. Matching the deck to the house, lighting, multilevel decks, and deck built-ins are all covered.1001 Ideas for Decks offers over 500 photos and illustrations that showcase the latest in deck design trends, all while helping homeowners to plan and envision their new deck. Author Joe Provey, the former chief editor of Family Handyman, Mechanix Illustrated/Home Mechanix, and Practical Homeowner Magazines, and a former carpenter, brings you the must-have book for everything there is to know about building decks to enhance the look of your home.Product IdentifiersPublisherCreative HomeownerISBN-101580113338ISBN-139781580113335eBay Product ID (ePID)56994168Product Key FeaturesBook Title1001 Ideas for DecksAuthorJoseph Provey, Joe ProveyFormatTrade PaperbackLanguageEnglishFeaturesRevisedTopicOutdoor & Recreational Areas, Do-It-Yourself / GeneralPublication Year2007GenreHouse & HomeNumber of Pages287 PagesDimensionsItem Length10.9in.Item Height0.9in.Item Width8.5in.Item Weight50.8 OzAdditional Product FeaturesLc Classification NumberTh4970Edition DescriptionRevised EditionTable of Content1001 Ideas for Decks Table of Contents Introduction- 8 Part 1 Deck Design Basics- 12 Chapter 1 Where to Put It- 14 The Importance of Exposure- 16 Fit Deck to Floor Plan- 18 The Right Height- 22 Maximize Your Best Views- 26 Ensure Privacy- 30 Use Natural Assets- 32 Tools of the Trade- 34 Chapter 2 Determine Size and Shape- 36 One-Room Decks- 38 Multiple-Room Decks- 42 Choose a Shape- 46 Chapter 3 Getting On and Off- 52 Door Options- 54 Folding Walls- 58 Stair Design- 62 On-Deck Traffic- 68 Improve Yard Traffic- 70 Chapter 4 What's Your Style?- 72 The History of Decks- 74 Today's Decks- 76 Period Pieces- 80 Custom Guardrails- 84 Railing Kits and Systems- 88 Skirts and Skirting- 92 Decking Size and Pattern- 94 Color Your Deck- 96 General Deck Lighting- 100 Chapter 5 Selecting Materials and Hardware- 104 Traditional Wood Varieties- 106 The Exotics- 108 Pressure-Treated Wood- 110 Synthetic Deck Materials- 112 Aluminum Decks- 117 Plywood Decks- 118 Posts, Beams, and Piers- 120 Finishing Options- 122 Buying Lumber- 124 A Primer on Fasteners- 125 Hidden Fasteners- 126 Chapter 6 Build It Safe and Sound- 128 Permits and Codes- 130 Lighting for Safety and Security- 132 Safer Stairs- 134 Deck Safety Checklist- 137 Whether to Build It Yourself- 138 Part 2 Get More From Your Deck- 140 Chapter 7 Raise the Comfort Quotient- 142 Wind Screens- 144 Shade Umbrellas- 146 Other Shade Devices- 148 Screened Enclosures- 150 Privacy Structures- 154 Privacy When You Want It- 156 Gazebos and Other Deck Structures- 158 Chapter 8 Outfitting Your Deck- 164 Deck Furnishings- 166 Building Deck Furniture- 168 Deck Storage Ideas- 170 Decorative Lighting- 174 Spas and Hot Tubs- 178 Ornamental Water Features- 180 Grill Areas and Outdoor Kitchens- 182 Fire Pits and Fireplaces- 186 Chapter 9 Deckscaping- 188 Integrate Deck to Yard- 190 Deck Planters- 194 Choosing Planters- 195 Rail Planters- 196 Through the Deck- 198 Building Around Trees- 199 What to Plant- 202 Choose Well-Behaved Plants- 204 Part 3 Gallery of Great Decks- 206 Chapter 10 Ground-Level Decks- 208 Chapter 11 Raised Decks- 214 Under-Deck Drainage Systems- 218 Chapter 12 Multilevel Decks- 220 Chapter 13 Specialty Decks- 226 Deck Plans and Designs- 240 Resource Guide- 272 Glossary- 278

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