Have you ever considered building a patio deck over concrete? You’ve seen all those fences, verandas, and walkways which appear to float on the surface of a pool or water feature. It’s hard to imagine how such a thing is possible. The thought of building one yourself seems incredibly complex. But it doesn’t need to be.
Having a concrete patio in your garden is an excellent surface for entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet dinner with your family. As more and more homeowners take advantage of this relatively new trend in garden design, many are sure to experience the desire to make it a little larger than originally intended, or to simply add value by making it more attractive. If you have some spare time on your hands, and you have some basic DIY skills it is possible to create something really worthwhile to improve your home’s appeal.
How to build a patio deck over concrete
The first step is to decide how high the deck should be. You’ll need to take into account the height of your fence and any other structures that may be in the way (such as an air conditioner or a window). The maximum height you can safely build a raised deck over concrete is 4 feet (1.2 m). To ensure that your deck will not fall off the edge of your slab, we recommend using a ledger board underneath it (this will also provide support for any railing).
Building a floating deck over concrete slab
A floating deck is one that does not sit on top of the slab but rather floats above it. We recommend using this type of construction when building a raised deck over concrete because it allows for greater flexibility when designing your project. A floating deck can be built like this:
If you have a concrete patio or slab and want to build a deck over it, you’ll need to make sure that the slab is strong enough to support the weight of the deck, as well as any people who will be using it.
This guide shows how to build a raised deck over concrete patio without damaging the old concrete. We also explain how to build a floating deck over new concrete slabs and how to build an elevated deck over existing concrete floors without lifting them up.
Building a raised deck over concrete is a great way to expand your living area and add value to your home. If you are considering building a raised deck over concrete, it is important to make sure that the concrete slab is level with the rest of your yard. If it is not level, you can build a raised deck with no posts in the center or at either end. This will allow you to install your railing without drilling into the concrete.
Step 1 – Pouring Concrete Slab
Before pouring your concrete slab, you will need to dig out a large enough area for the size of the finished slab. You should also dig down an additional 4 inches below the original ground level so that there won’t be any mud when you pour the cement mix into place.
Step 2 – Leveling Concrete Slab Once your hole has been dug and leveled out, place some plywood boards on top of it as a temporary base for pouring cement into place. Place these boards on top of each other so that there are no gaps between them or under them. This will keep these boards from sinking into soft soil while pouring cement onto them which would cause
Building a raised deck over concrete is a great way to extend the living space of your home. It also allows for easy access to the outdoors, which can be perfect for entertaining guests and enjoying meals in the fresh air.
Here are some tips for building a deck over concrete:
1. Determine what type of deck you want to build. There are many different types of decks available on the market today. You should choose one that fits your needs and budget best.
2. Choose materials that are appropriate for your climate zone and other weather conditions (such as humidity). For example, if you live in an area that experiences high humidity or heavy rainfalls throughout the year, then pressure-treated lumber may not be suitable because it will eventually rot away in those conditions. Instead, consider using cedar, redwood or other types of wood that can withstand these conditions better than pressure-treated lumber can.
3. Make sure the surface is level (even if only slightly) so that your deck will sit flat on top of it without any gaps between boards or posts and the concrete below them (which would allow water to seep into those gaps).
It’s possible to build a deck over concrete, but it’s not as simple as just laying down deck boards. You’ll have to take into account the weight of the deck and ensure that the joists will be able to support it.
To build a deck over concrete, you’ll need:
Deck framing lumber (2x10s or 2x12s)
Deck screws/nails*
Screw gun* or hammer drill (optional)
Circular saw or miter saw* (optional)