Attaching Deck Stairs To Grass

By video journalist waldo cabrera ask john the builder s john cox demonstrates how to add custom stairs to your deck.

Attaching deck stairs to grass.

How to add stairs to your deck step 1. I m planning on digging out 6 of sod dirt and installing 3 4 natural stone back to grade height for the stairs to land on. Excavate the area to a depth of 6 removing all grass dirt and debris from the site. The only difference is you may want to install fasteners in the middle of the artificial turf area.

Use a tamper to level and. Measure out the deck and order the right amount of turf enough so there s an overhang when you lay it out. Using a framing square mark out the. Need suggestions for deck stairs landing on grass i m building pressure treated stairs to terminate at grade on the grass.

More may be required if you have more than 5. If you want to install artificial turf on your wood deck or walkway install the turf as if it were carpet on a hardwood floor. Once the deck is dry you can get started installing your lawn. Install your stringers before you put the footings down.

Installing deck stair footings. Set the stringers in. Fasteners include staples carpet tacks or carpet to wood glue. This will help you identify where you need to dig your holes and place your tubes.

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