But first let s discuss each of the possible building options.
Building a floating deck over concrete slab.
Here is how i built a deck in my backyard it s a floating deck which means it simply rests on blocks at ground level and is not anchored deeply in the ground.
Or you can use the slab as the base of the deck and use wood as the top of this deck.
But what does one need to take into account when planning this type of cover up.
The results look just like a deck but getting them is much easier and less expensive than building a deck from scratch.
But it can be covered up and this article will show you how.
Here are a few key factors to consider.
3 tips for building a deck over concrete.
One is to demolish your concrete patio completely and then build a wooden one as the replacement of concrete base.
A slab with this much damage can t be fixed.
Hi angeli interesting question.
Do you have much clearance over your concrete patio.
I built a small floating deck on deck blocks for my parents earlier this year.
In theory yes with some kind of deck block.
This type of deck can only be made in areas that do not have a deep winter frost.
While you can build one on concrete pavers or over an existing level patio perhaps the soundest way to support a floating deck is with pre made concrete deck blocks that have notched tops.
By sherry on march 3 2018.
Building a floating deck over concrete is one of the best ways to expand your living space while enhancing your property s aesthetic appeal.
A floating composite deck.
Luckily we ve got some great outdoor flooring ideas over concrete starting with building a deck.
There are three common foundations if you choose to build a wooden deck.
By building a floating deck made with capped composite decking materials you can swiftly transform a drab or dated concrete slab into a captivating living oasis for you and your guests.
Building a floating deck over concrete slab.
Build a floating deck.
For a good conditioned concrete base building a raised deck is easy.
If you remove the existing patio or concrete slab you will have an added 5 to build your deck.
You can build a raised deck over concrete base in two ways.