On Wed, Jun 8, 2011 at 5:26 PM, John Mitchell <jmitch at snet.net> wrote:
> B I'm getting ready to replace my old deck, as the pressure treated lumber
> is quite checked and the structure is starting to list a bit. B It's about
25
> years old. B I'm wondering what I should use for materials this time. B I
want
> to make it look more upscale for resale appeal, but I want to make it as
> trouble free as possible(meaning I don't want to re stain every year.)
B I've
> done some research and the composite decking doesn't appear to hold up as
> well as wood and quite a few other problems associated with it's use. B I'm
> leaning toward Mahogony, but I thought I would get your views on what
you've
> used recently. B I live in Connecticut, if that makes a difference to
> material use. B Thanks for any insights. B B John
You'll never get your money back from a deck, and particularly not the
marginal money for something other than standard construction. So
build something that you like.
Also, keep in mind that deck building codes have changed an awful lot
i the last 25 years, and that your current deck might well not meet
current codes. Joist hangers, above grade concrete bearing surfaces,
no common nails, improved attachment to the house, and substantial
changes on how the guardrails are done are just a few of the changes.
--
David Scheidt
dmscheidt at gmail.com
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