Simpson Strong-Tie Code-Compliant Deck Post Technical Bulletin
Simpson Strong-Tie is the leader in structural deck and framing connectors in residential and commercial construction.
They have an outstanding technical bulletin that shows you how to connect deck railing posts to the undercarriage of a deck.
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This is a partial screen shot of page one of the Simpson Strong-Tie Technical Bulletin. Image Copyright Simpson Strong-Tie 2014
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Tim,
Judging from Simpson's bulletin, proper deck construction requires very careful calculation and thoughtful assembly. I never knew the importance of blocking to enhance rim joist rigidity or the use of structural connectors to achieve the desired integrity.
I admire your necessary brevity in the deck railings video. This topic does deserve a fully detailed video. Anyone looking for free info would do well to address themselves to vendors such as Simpson who appear to offer a first-class product line and who are, no doubt, very familiar with structural connections.
Lap joints have been used forever but I've never seen such a glaringly poor application as you showed in your video.
Do it right, not over, indeed !
Thanks for your very good work !
Rob