How to choose deck board width before estimating materials
Deck board width affects linear footage, screw count, waste, and the finished look. Here is how to choose a practical width before ordering.
Planning
Calculator use, materials, rules, and early project choices.
Deck board waste allowance: How much extra material should you buy?
Waste allowance is one of the simplest ways to avoid running short on deck boards. Here is a practical way to plan extra decking without overbuying.
Do You Need a Permit to Build a Deck? Height and Size Limits Explained
Whether you need a building permit for a deck depends on height, size, and where you live. Here are the typical thresholds in the US, UK, and Canada — and what to check before you build.
Building a Ground-Level Deck? How to Use a Deck Platform Calculator
A ground-level deck is a low platform built right on the ground – simpler to build and often exempt from permits. How to estimate deck boards and screws, with a table for common platform sizes.
Deck Boards per Square Meter: How to Calculate Linear Meters and Feet
How many linear meters of deck board per m²? About 8.3 lm with 120 mm boards – roughly 2.5 linear feet per sq ft. Conversion tables for 95, 120, and 145 mm boards, a worked example, and waste allowance.
Deck Calculator or Decking Calculator: What Do You Actually Need?
Which deck calculator do you really need? The difference between calculators for ground-level platforms, raised decks, and materials – what our deck board calculator estimates, and what it does not.
Roof Over a Deck: What to Consider Before You Build a Cover or Veranda
Planning a roof over your deck? Here are the types of deck covers, what they roughly cost, the permit rules you need to know, and the snow load and drainage requirements – before you start building.
Deck Build Planning: What to Line Up Before You Start
Good planning is the key to a successful deck project. Prepare thoroughly and you save time, cut waste, and keep the build moving smoothly — here are the key planning steps.
How to Choose the Right Deck Material for Your Project
Choosing deck material affects appearance, upkeep, and service life. Here is a simple comparison of common wood options and composite decking.
Reclaimed and Lower-Impact Deck Material Ideas
Building a sustainable deck is about choosing eco-friendly materials and solutions that cut waste. Tips for reclaimed wood, lower-impact decking, and green design elements.
Deck Board Calculator: Estimate How Many Boards You Need
How to estimate deck boards: from area to linear meters to board count. Table for 95, 120, and 145 mm board widths, waste allowance, and answers to common questions.
Deck Screw Calculator: How Many Screws per Square Foot or m²?
How many deck screws do you need? Plan for 35–40 screws per m² (3–4 per sq ft). Table by joist spacing and board width, screw type advice, and a worked example.