Framing Beams and Joists

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What happens here

Begin framing by temporarily attaching a joist to the ledger board using a screw and ensuring it's level. Then, measure down from the joist to determine the exact length for the footing. Cut the posts to this precise length. Laminate the beams from both sides for added strength, then install the beam onto the posts. Attach the joists to the ledger and beam using joist hangers, running the joists slightly longer than the final deck length for later trimming.

Goal: Install the main structural components of the deck frame.

Tools and materials

Beam — A major horizontal support for the joists
Drill/Driver Makita — Driving screws and lags
Joist Hangers — Supporting the ends of the joists where they connect to the ledger and beam
Joist — Horizontal framing members that form the deck surface
Lag Bolts — Securing the beam to the post
Level — Ensuring joists are perfectly horizontal
Nail Gun Milwaukee M18 Fuel — Fastening beam and joists
Post — Supporting the beam
Post-to-Beam Connector — Providing an alternative, strong connection between post and beam
Screws — Temporarily attaching joists and laminating beams

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easier to replace. Water doesn't easily penetrate a cross grain, but it can easily travel up through end grain. Add a temp screw and level out your joist. Measure down your footing and cut your post. Laminate your beam from both sides. Install your beam. Either lag your beam or install a post to beam connector. Install your joist with hangers. And run your joist longer than your deck. When installing toenails, you use the right size fastener. If you use too short of a nail, this joist can easily pull out. These

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