Redwood decks have a lot of information published about them by the California Redwood Association. Free DIY deck plans can also be sent for from TECO.

Making deck designs and building a deck are tough tasks. Wood deck construction involves deck layout and plans, framing, posts, beams and finally the lumber, railings and stairways. If you use CCA lumber or redwood, the planks should be spaced tightly because they will shrink. Here's what you should keep in mind when building a deck.

Deck plans for ground level decks are easy to layout. Take all your furniture and other objects that will be on the deck. Lay them out in your grass for your ground level deck plans. Use grade beams for durability and strength and stainless steel screws to prevent rust.

Some stainless steel fasteners manufacturers are listed below. Call these companies for catalogs and pricing information.

Building a deck requires many components. Grade beams, digging, post holes, joist hangers, ledger bolts, nails, stairways, deck plans and layout... there are so many things to keep in mind. Here are 15 labor-saving tips on building a deck.

Vinyl decking and plastic decking have maintenance advantages over wood decking. Virgin vinyl decks are better than recycled material decks because they both last longer and won't lose their color. Use a synthetic deck sealer for maintenance.

Synthetic deck material manufacturers make a wide variety of decking products. The following is a list of manufacturers along with the kind of material they use to make their deck: virgin vinyl or recycled content.

Vinyl decking costs more than wood decking. Synthetic decks or plastic decks are low maintenance and for the person who thinks sealing a deck is a hassle. But in the long run, your wood deck might actually save you money.