Are you wanting to create a backyard oasis? Why not start with a deck? Today, I am sharing how I built a floating deck on the ground, and better yet, I am sharing all the steps to help you build a floating deck for your backyard oasis. Watch the video to see all the details on building a deck (freestanding deck), or visit my website to read the step-by-step guide.

0:00 Intro
1:33 Create a Plan
2:49 Prepare the Foundation
4:59 Build the Outside Frame
8:52 Install the Remaining Joist
12:05 Install any Additional Supports
13:23 Apply Sealant Tape
13:53 Install Fascia
15:22 Create a Picture Frame Border
18:05 Install the Deck Boards
21:18 How Much Did It Cost?

See the blog post for the step-by-step tutorial:
https://www.twofeetfirst.net/build-fl...

OTHER MENTIONS:
TuffBlock Website: https://bit.ly/3wzrUKl
Trex Install Instructions: https://www.trex.com/trex-owners/cust...

*You can use the discount code: MEGAN to get 10% off a 24 pack of TuffBlocks from the TuffBlock website.* https://bit.ly/3wzrUKl

Check out the tools/materials we used below! 👇

TOOLS & MATERIALS (affiliate):
composite decking (we used Trex Enhance in Rocky Harbor): https://homedepot.sjv.io/GjA0VE
TuffBlocks: https://amzn.to/3Yk7wa2
2”x6” pressure-treated lumber: https://homedepot.sjv.io/3P7vNv
3” exterior screws (can be used with pressure-treated lumber): https://homedepot.sjv.io/mgnPmD
hidden fastener: https://homedepot.sjv.io/NKNMqO
deck screws that match the decking
landscape edge guard: https://homedepot.sjv.io/YgdMaO
gravel
weed barrier fabric
joist tape: https://homedepot.sjv.io/jW19dn
joist hangers: https://homedepot.sjv.io/JrJkWa
angled joist hangers (if needed): https://homedepot.sjv.io/x9ngdk
hanger screws: https://homedepot.sjv.io/x9ngdk
#60 grit sandpaper (optional)
miter saw
jigsaw
drill
level
square
sliding t-bevel: https://amzn.to/3AAcaGl
tape measure
pencil
clamps
orbital sander (optional)
wheelbarrow
shovel
rake
tamper (optional)
safety glasses
face mask (for dust)
ear protection
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