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Finish Deck with Skirting, Stairs, and Railings

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What happens here

The deck's appearance is finished by installing skirting and building the connecting stairs. Skirting, made from the same composite decking material, is vertically installed around the perimeter of the deck to conceal the understructure, giving it a clean, finished look. The stairs, built with a combination of treated lumber and composite decking treads, are constructed to provide access between the different deck levels and to the ground. Finally, black metal railings are installed along the edges of the deck and stairs to ensure safety and complement the modern aesthetic.

Goal: Complete the deck's aesthetic and functional elements.

Tools and materials

  • Black Metal Railings — Safety barrier for the deck and stairs
  • Level — Ensuring proper alignment of stairs and railings
  • Power Drill DeWalt — Fastening skirting, stairs, and railings
  • Treated Lumber — Stair stringers and substructure
  • Deck Screws — Securing all components