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Essential safety and procedural advice before starting deck framing installation.
Visual representation of the deck framing structure without integrated stairs.
Visual representation of the deck framing structure with attached stairs.
Planning the deck's position, dimensions, and post layout relative to the building.
Laying out the precise boundary for footing placement using stakes and string.
Identifying and excavating holes for concrete footings according to plan.
Filling excavated holes with concrete to create stable foundation footings.
Attaching ledger brackets to the S-Ledger component for wall mounting.
Securing the S-Ledger to the building's structure, ensuring it's level.
Fastening the S-Ledger to the building's wall using appropriate hardware.
Attaching post-to-pier brackets to the prepared concrete footings.
Measuring and cutting steel posts to the correct height for the deck frame.
Installing and securing vertical posts into their respective pier brackets.
Attaching main support beams to the posts via single beam brackets.
Fitting protective caps onto the ends of the installed beams.
Preparing specific lengths of joists for corner and edge blocking.
Constructing corner blocking assemblies for decks with Al13 railing.
Constructing corner blocking assemblies for decks with Fe26 railing.
Installing blocking between joists on the front face for stability.
Installing blocking between joists on the side faces for structural support.
Installing blocking pieces to create a finished picture frame effect.
Attaching U-shaped rim joists to the ends of the frame for perimeter support.
Fastening specialized straps to the underside of infill joists for reinforcement.
Using the online calculator to determine precise stair dimensions and components.
Installing blocking elements for stair stringer support and stability.
Preparing stair stringer joists by cutting them to calculated lengths.
Attaching adjustable stair brackets to the cut stair stringers.
Securing anchor brackets to the base of stair stringers for foundation connection.
Installing adjustable stair trays onto the stringer assemblies to form treads.
Accurately marking material before making cuts for precision.
Performing precise cuts on metal components using appropriate saws.
Smoothing cut edges and removing debris after cutting metal components.
Applying touch-up paint to cut metal edges to prevent corrosion.
Guidelines for cleaning and preserving powder-coated steel deck framing components.
| Brand | Fortress Building Products |
|---|---|
| Model | EVOLUTION |
| Category | Outdoor Furnishing |
| Language | English |