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Dr. Karen Grear, MD, PhD, STD[_2_]

On 10/1/10 1:28 PM, Secular Humoresque wrote:
On 10/1/10 1:17 PM, wrote:
On Fri, 01 Oct 2010 12:21:07 -0400, Secular Humoresque
wrote:

I'm thinking of building a new deck, approximately 15' x 25',
approximately 9' above grade.

I have no concerns about structure; I know what to do about that.

I'm considering using the newer "composite lumber" (Trex is one brand
name) for decking, rails, balusters, stairs, et cetera...you know, the
stuff that shows. I'm wondering how well it resists weathering, rot,
checking, splitting, whether it needs any maintenance aside from a good
washing, et cetera.

The last time I built a deck, I used cedar over pressure treated
supports. The cedar was fine, but it did require a coat of transparent
stain every season.

Experiences with "trex" or other similar products?

Thanks.
We have a couple of docks here decked with trex. They are doing fine.
Just watch your spans. It is not as rigid as wood. Use wood for the
structural parts. The supplier will have a span chart for the decking.

I'll be using 2x12's on 12" centers for the joists. Deck will support a
45 PSF live load. I'll be using Lowe's "Top Choice Structural Treated"
lumber for structure.

Harry,
That always bothers me so much. When you ask for input, and then when
someone gives you input, you ignore it and tell them what you are going
to do.

If you are just going to do whatever you want, why bother to ask the
question.

When I was working on one of my PhD's, we did a case study about a man
who suffered from extreme low self esteem and would always over
compensate. I mentioned you as a perfect example of someone suffering
from this disorder. We used you as the case studies for the rest of the
semester.

--
Dr. Karen Grear
Harry's Landlord

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