You can build a raised deck over concrete base in two ways.
Building a floating deck over concrete slab.
By sherry on march 3 2018.
Build a floating deck.
The added 5 makes building a wood deck possible if you do it right along with a little bit of additional work.
But what does one need to take into account when planning this type of cover up.
But first let s discuss each of the possible building options.
It s held up well so far.
If you remove the existing patio or concrete slab you will have an added 5 to build your deck.
I built a small floating deck on deck blocks for my parents earlier this year.
In recent years it s become more and more common for homeowners to reconsider their concrete patios for something more attractive and easier to maintain.
This type of deck can only be made in areas that do not have a deep winter frost.
Luckily we ve got some great outdoor flooring ideas over concrete starting with building a deck.
3 tips for building a deck over concrete.
While you can build one on concrete pavers or over an existing level patio perhaps the soundest way to support a floating deck is with pre made concrete deck blocks that have notched tops.
In theory yes with some kind of deck block.
Building a floating deck over concrete slab.
For a good conditioned concrete base building a raised deck is easy.
But it can be covered up and this article will show you how.
Hi angeli interesting question.
A floating composite deck.
There are three common foundations if you choose to build a wooden deck.
Or you can use the slab as the base of the deck and use wood as the top of this deck.
Building a floating deck over concrete is one of the best ways to expand your living space while enhancing your property s aesthetic appeal.
By building a floating deck made with capped composite decking materials you can swiftly transform a drab or dated concrete slab into a captivating living oasis for you and your guests.
The results look just like a deck but getting them is much easier and less expensive than building a deck from scratch.
Do you have much clearance over your concrete patio.
Here are a few key factors to consider.