9 Tips for Building a Perfect Deck

[@andyman90125]

Trim the bush around your deck to make it look bigger!

[@tokenpoke1661]

Always one kid

[@beetrootboy9301]

I go with the natural growth bush look as my deck is well big enough.

[@toby1kenobe]

@@tokenpoke1661 lot more than one!!!

[@timhanby5662]

Then you can nail her more accurately

[@DK-bm5rg]

Watch this video again, with the captions on.

[@paulpoco22]

Scott is like the Bob Ross of Carpentry, so relaxing.

[@seansmythe7543]

paul poco right!

[@Hoombolt]

Happy accident lol

[@JamesMSandbrook]

Yup, cruisey music and good advice, Bob Ross would be proud :-)

[@dahpizzaboy6149]

Larry Haun

[@jlehm]

As everyone else has noticed, the captions are pure gold.

[@JaketheRake16]

Me: * spits out drink. “ were talking about what?!?! Oh....decks

[@jimbob6290]

lol

[@benjaminromshak9904]

Lmao

[@levelseven9841]

Viewer Discretion Advised

[@mikakorhonen5715]

69 likes

[@benbangui]

For the first few years I would nail the di€

[@jordanbecker1]

I'm a simple man. I see a new Scott Brown video, I click. Haven't been disappointed yet. Nice work.

[@javiersal6149]

Hey Scott I am a painter in Sydney and I have found that staining the timber prolongs the life instead of putting a clear. It’s like putting on a clear jumper to stop getting sunburnt instead of putting on a coloured one. Love the channel mate.

[@after2am150]

loved the advise. never thought about small head screws... what master craftsman thinks about when making something for others, your pride in the craft is outstanding! thx

[@anand8905]

If you're in the trade, you should know this, if not, understandable

[@mickeybowmeister1944]

Here in Aussie we always install a Protectadeck uPvc strip on top of the joists. It helps seal around the screw and deflects rain off the joists mitigating long term rot. Should be available at Bunnings in NZ.

[@cavamanara]

Men, watching your videos with no sound and with the auto subtitles on is priceless, specialy when you are doing "Decks".. LOL

[@TTrevolverheldTT]

When he sad it first i was pretty confused...

[@gerardzonjee]

Stop decking around with auto subtitles! 😉

[@annw8909]

OMG 😂😍😍 I just turned it on!

[@damienphelan]

cavamanara I’m surprise KZbin hasn’t flagged it for inappropriate language

[@petel9242]

I have 120 square metres of decking to build Scott. This couldn't have come at a better time! Love the tip to use the router on the end of each board, that looks VERY professional. Great video, thanks

[@officerdoofy4184]

The picture frame finish with the cutout for the bench looks so incredibly neat. Well done and appreciate the information.

[@xqq1314]

Very good tips! I always does all your suggestions. One more step I do is: marking the screw line with a black chalk line on the joist before laying the “straight rows of decking”. It is fast and no more guessing.

[@barnabaas79]

If my hardwood 'deck' starts bleeding I just gonna freak out honestly

[@alexgrimes1940]

I liked this, but then I realized it would have gone from 69 to 70, so I left it alone.

[@saulgoodman2018]

2 years later, this is still funny.

[@VivaLaGolf42]

One video I watched recommends lavender chalk line for screw lines. It’s the easiest to wash/rub away if chalk colors.

[@Matze221100]

Thanks for uploading !!! You making my so far boring home-university-day way better right now. Keep it up 👍🏻

[@gaborbaranyai5585]

Szervusz Brown, sajnos a videóid szövegét nem értem, mert csak magyarul és németül beszélek, de a képi megjelenítést amit csinálsz nagyon szeretem, és rendkívül érdekesnek találom. Örülök hogy megtaláltam a csatornádat továbbra is figyelemmel kísérem, és mint Asztalos szakembert a videóid alapján sokra tarttalak. Én most készülök elindítani A vállalkozásomat Ausztriában, és ezek a munkák amiket bemutatsz rendkívül inspirálnak. A szerszámaim között nekem is az a két márka a kedvencem amiket használsz te is, az egyik a Makita a másik a Fesztól. Kérlek csinálj tovább is ilyen jó kis videókat. Üdvözlettel Baranyai Gábor. 👍🏻🤝👨🏻‍🔧🧰🔨. 👋🏻🤓

[@nicoteen9407]

Such a great presentation. Awesome - when I eventually get around to a garden deck, here's where I'll gen up on.

[@BillHantzopoulos]

Love this channel! First class always. In the US it seems everyone has gone to composite decking. High end homes may go hardwood. But you don't see it too much anymore unless the homeowner has plenty of money to pay someone to maintain it.

[@ScottBrownCarpentry]

Cheers Bill, That's interesting. People still go with timber here but I see composite in the stores more than I used to. I haven't installed it myself.

[@MrDejhon]

Scott Brown Carpentry I will say that we house sat for a colleague in Melbourne over Christmas/ New Year and they had a composite deck. Man did that sucker heat up. It was fairly unbearable to walk on with bare feet. Something else to consider

[@tresslerj1985]

What a big deck, the Mrs has wanted my deck extended for some time. For some reason she gets verry excited by the sight of a big deck.

[@robotskirts]

Lol'd at the "I hope this didn't come too late!" at the end.

[@andyyoungson9220]

Great advice was reassuring as I already do alot of those things but good to get another angle at it. Using the wedges was shown to me by one of my Filipino workers. So good!

[@joshkleinsasser7908]

The back rubber edge of a fat max Stanley tape measure can also be used as an eraser

[@derekomiles]

I used cypress pine in Australia to stop termites. That looks quite good.

[@koenbus]

Just finished my deck a few days ago, didn't do too bad apparently! I might add a fascia board to hide the end grain, not sure yet. Keep the good vids coming, love the channel! Cheers from NL, close to the original Zealand.

[@edwingeorge1974]

I'm laughing at everyone thinking with our accent we are saying di ck... lmao. My sister in law from Australia cant help but giggle when here hubby and I start talking building decks

[@chojnb]

I was confused when I heard: today we gone talk about dicks xD

[@feelingtardy]

i know it's the accent, but i can't unhear dick every single time

[@declanskahill9906]

My primary school teacher was a New Zealander and saying the name Dec which sounded no different to dick never got old for my classmates.

[@tompappas1379]

The sexual innuendos are incredible!!!

[@mymemeplex]

So what’s the diff in pronunciation between the in kiwi?

[@younztitantube]

i like to use an offcut of decking as a story rod, i put one measured line of fasteners in, then scribe that spacing onto the offcut and notch them on the drop saw. then line up the edge of the board with the screws in the module boards, make sure the notches look rightly placed on the decking and then just run the drill bit down each notch. super fast and no pencil lines to rub out, and the notches also help stop the bit from wandering at all

[@lil-link]

Just watched this laughing at my dad extending their deck around their new "jacuzzi". There is definitely steps he could follow. Like the small piece of wood for screw placements and the tip for rounding the cut edges! Good video

[@lil-link]

Also, I like to screw wooden di*ks too 😂🤣

[@Helveteshit]

Is there a reason why you don't use washers/spacers/plastic wedges between the board and the framing, to create that extra airspace between plank and frame?

[@SamZhou855]

Would you able to do a video how to set up the frame for decking? Like the position of post etc etc

[@heriothandyman3148]

Love it.. subtitles is even more hilarious. On a serious note, do you use the Spax countersink bit for those perfect countersinks?

[@the_hunterghost9231]

you are a terrific builder scott. my respect to you mate. great content as usual

[@Michael-wq8qu]

Thanks for Deck tips as I am just doing a deck just now. Have done them before but can still learn even for a retired builder. Thanks and stay safe.

[@TrunksChoiceBand]

Congrats on your first sponsor! Well deserved

[@MrAstroSenpai]

Idk about you but these videos always calm me down and keep me calm :)

[@justinc6014]

building 3-4 decks in the upcoming weeks. great tips. keep the videos coming brother.

[@SceneItAllVisuals]

In North America we use pvc deck boards, and vinyl post for the railing system. little to no maintenance

[@garyjones5406]

Good tips mate , I always build my decks with vinyl joist capping and alcore bearer capping ...stops the crap from buggering the top surfaces of both.

[@tjeerdroukens5110]

Another tip alot of guys dont know(or do know bit think its ugly) is to also space the planks where they come together at the long ends, looks way beter then you think, especially long term. it is the point were the first “faults” will show up after a few years

[@tjeerdroukens5110]

Only do this if you do that spacing every other plank btw

[@kjaersund]

I love your videos. Converting a van for the first time in my life, and I have everything to learn.

[@nikolairubinskii6450]

I helped build a few decks as a hammerhand and I found this video very-very useful and interesting

[@TheWhitde]

Thanks... have a small one I need to fix. It had 0 spacing and water use to pool on the top and the ends rotted a bit because they weren't treated.

[@civiliansol2824]

Thanks heaps SBC! I’m building a deck right now in wanaka and these tips are going to make it so so much better. Great work man. ❤️

[@ramage1954]

Hey Scott, have you ever installed composite? Doesn't look as good as the real thing, however, none of the maintenance either. 🤔

[@zavoina]

Another exciting episode for sure. But your accent on "deck" and references to "screw" and "screwing quick," "sticking up," "getting it all straight," "having a hardwood deck'" and finally "rub those suckers out" were just funny. I won't even go into the black marks on your palm.

[@cb2000a]

Yes...watching with the captioning on is actually quite funny. Building the biggest...

[@rawiriblundell]

Come on. He's giving you tips. Just the tips.

[@flyingdutch9818]

Always good listening to a kiwi talk about ‘decks’. I build on average 5-6 decks per year and fix the same amount each year. Most common issue is rotted joists that could so easily be avoided by putting a barrier on top (it’s protect a deck here in Oz). Ps is that ‘quilia’? Timber what we call ‘merbau’?

[@hybrid4900]

You should setup a chalk line with corn flour or baby powder! Can ping lines and they rub off with a broom easily!

[@whatistug]

Great timing for this video. Summer time=deck building time! WOO

[@abdulhaseeb5626]

I am planning to build a deck in a few weeks and this was so helpful! honestly. i have soaked up so many youtube videos over the past few weeks but this...this was something else. you are so amazing and calm in explaining everything. appreciate it! 2 questions for you. 1. should i put a washer between the 2 beams if i am going to screw them together, (like double layer it) or not put a washer..because i am worried moisture might build up. 2. Does gravel beneath a deck help prevent moisture buildup? Thanks! All way from toronto Canada.

[@MA-kq6uy]

Never heard the word Dick in my life so much

[@dragonstuff1983]

Oh man...so much better with subtitles.

[@octavio2237]

yeahhhh scott getting sponsors

[@nicholaswissing7790]

They are gonna "pull out" after watching this video lol:D

[@mikejames04]

Love the vids Scott keep them coming mate. I am an apprentice and watching your videos really help

[@NoobTuber57113]

Something my father does to mark out the screw Line is use a chalk line with the chalk a soak the line in water. It leaves you with nothing to clean off but you need to work rather fast.

[@nloncto02]

"Rub out" those marks on your "decks..... I see what you did there.....lol All joking aside thanks for the video, Stay safe!

[@AllAroundTube50]

composite decking is the way to go. You don;t have to worry about termites, rain, warping, splinters, etc. The deck will always look like new.

[@nicoteen9407]

Am interested in the Spax screws you use. I have two rooms which need new floorboards. I was originally going to do the old-fashioned thing of brad-nailing, but really like the little round TX screw heads of the Spax - in stainless steel they would look like tiny jewels on the floor. Am I right in saying you use the Spax Step Drill 4 with these screws? I'm looking at a tidy finish with screw head tops just under the board face.

[@frenchgreguk]

Rugby aside, you and your prime minister are the 2 most talented people at your jobs coming out of New Zealand. Love your work man.

[@MrJetwpn]

Nah just Scott is!!

[@miriistina]

She’s a virtue signalling, attention seeking, grandstanding opportunist. Probably receives a marketing report before every news briefing. Her deputy’s a crook too. But hey, isn’t this about the carpentry? 🤣

[@4444colin]

I remember seeing a deck screw jig I think from Kreg. Not used it but it looks like it makes a perfect depth and consistent spacing. Good for sloppy screwing Deck Crew. Thanks for the Post 👍

[@antssta]

Ever flicked lines down the Battons while doing a soffit? Game changer ;)

[@alii303]

In Ireland plastic decking has become very common now. It can look surprisingly good and lasts and looks good for a very long time. great in wet country's like Ireland.

[@subliminalbmx]

Hey mate, with screwing the two boards down you can also use a deck mate. It’s a handle with about five boards set out with even gaps! Love your work 🤘🏻

[@paulshortt103]

Nice but yes you should of done this at the start of lock down, not for me the builder is turning up start of June for extension but i'm in charge of the deck. Hard wood is a must for me and thanks for the tip about the screws will definitely get some of thous, will look at the video about the picture frame think i have seen it but wasn't building a deck then. any tips on building the seats around deck and also a wind break/shelter the deck is where it is can't change that but can make it nice to drink on in summer, shad sails?? worth a look have put two up in past OK but long term shit, properly how I put it up but still builders thoughts.

[@spbxl]

Should've got sponsored by Schaeffer's deck sealant 😂😂😂😂

[@NoOne56488]

rofl

[@EpicTankFail]

big black caulk

[@davidpower1843]

“I’m gonna give you 9 tips”

[@teeemm9456]

The real question is, did he use Cox or Fuchs Lubricants on the hardware?

[@remifrommontpellier]

Thank you for the skillshare discount and the great videos

[@TheSuperHarder]

So for the spacing, I just have a question. Why wouldn't you use a Camo tool? Maybe you don't have that there? But it will give you a 3/16" space and allow you to hide your screws. Loved the video though!!!

[@Piropaukena]

Hi there, what is the name and size of your trimmer router blade?

[@hudsonquay]

I’m about to start an upper level deck rebuild project in Hawkes Bay with Kiwila. Shame you aren’t local because your results looks awesome.

[@terrydyck6052]

I have a deck tip !! #10 for ya Keep a chalk line with no chalk in it and fill it with water to mark for screws... gives you a perfectly straight line and just dries out. I have one dedicated to this in my work trailer.

[@meestahwah]

I liked the tip of the round over on the end grain. I actually bought myself the Makita 18v router due to watching how many places you made good use of it here on your channel. The fact that it is battery operated and so much smaller than a typical router, I've come to use it on nearly every installation and my products are better for it! Thanks Scott!

[@michaeldb8477]

I've binge watched many of your videos. Have enjoyed them and the care put into your craft down there in NZ. On the other hand there was just something about the way your e's in the word deck, were lighter than the harsher sounds up here in CA. The e's sounded like i's and it was amazing how all of your advice still seemed amusingly valid. And yes, as the individual before me said, trimming the bush around your deck will make it look bigger

[@gusshelgoshiii1836]

Not sure you will see this , but I did enjoy learning more from a professional, if you were in my area I would hire , I got a question about where to start boards next too house or at post.? Some say at post .

[@markrhodes9632]

So awesome. I actually bought a router because of your previous Deck videos.

[@billycanale1486]

Another tip is to paint the tops of your joists with tare paint and nail a rubber strip on the top before you put the deck down as this will reduce the rotting and the joist from splitting over time from nailing or screwing the deck

[@wilko9491]

still loving your videos man, i wish more carpenters and tradies had such passion for quality that you have in australia! its hard to find people that want to do a nice job.

[@krankheadkrank1408]

would have been handy if you explained how you calculated your deck spacings. how you worked out where your chalk lines were for your deck bays

[@kmonnier]

Helping my buddy deck tomorrow, great timing

[@newclearwinter]

Great video! Used a few of these on my deck. Thanks! Have a question on another project; using railway sleepers to build a bar/bbq area... Would you recommend fixing thin rubber or some sort of other material to protect sleepers that will be on ground (or rather porcelain tiles) from the wet? Or would you say treating the cuts with a protective oil would be adequate?...

[@Antmanlv]

3:54 that dad lecture is what life is about. The Golden ******* advice. lol

[@tennewsongs]

Do you recommend flashing tape on joists? I understand this is the new approach (in the States anyway) but I wonder if the edge of the tape creates a surface tension that holds the water and eventually wicks it back under the tape.

[@richardlee8160]

When you recommend reapplying stain once a year, what is the proper process? Do you sand and re-apply or just paint all over? About to remove old stain, appreciate this video!

[@wg8304]

Would it be beneficial to cut a drip edge underneath the deck boards? Probably not cost effective for professionals I would imagine.

[@davidespinozareyes2150]

Thanks for the tips bro!! Hope you’re well brother stay safe and God bless

[@recommit]

Scotty doesn't seem to rate the "deck" to the back door very highly.

[@malcolmbeaton5933]

How do you feel about composite decking? Do you ever use it?

[@mroberts5632]

Hi Scott, thanks for the tips. With the picture frame border - do you glue the mitre joins at the corners or butt joint and screw?

[@juremohar2798]

great tips Scott, would you mind telling us what route bits are u using for TIP 7? thanks

[@frankturner9791]

I have to watch it again I was laughing the whole video. Thanks I needed that

[@ieatporridge8975]

Have a look and some of the screws that wurth makes, they have a really nice looking stainless decking and cladding screw

[@fschurer]

perfect timing, gonna build me one next week! Great tips Scott, thanks, especially rounding of the edges and the bleeding of the wood! I am going to use hardwood by the way.

[@norbertzalabai7119]

People making fun of your accent. What a bunch of decks. Excellent job, very entertaining. Keep it up!

[@aimen.s5968]

Congrats on getting a few sponsors! Keep up the great work, not a tradesman myself just an DIYer but your videos are awesome.

[@CuffyFPS]

Scott from now on: This is title Scott Brown Here

[@cryptojunkie5875]

Scott what do you think of the Kreg Decking System? Side hidden screws, not sure they would provide sufficient fixing. Interested in your thoughts

[@AntonyHart]

Hey Scott, where do you buy your hardwood? Need to replace a baluster which is made from 140x20 (or something wider that usual kwila decking at Bunnings, Mitre10, Placemakers, etc...). Itm? Or some other place out West that the other kiwi on KZbin mentioned... Can't remember his name, king something? Anyway, need wider hardwood 😁 Thanks!!

[@guitarlover123456789]

Thank you for the video. It’s very useful. I have a situation where in order to keep the termite protection warranty the company has advised to keep 25mm gap between the brick wall and the deck. What’s your experience in these type of situations? 25 mm seems a bit gap and I’m worried that it’d look ugly.

[@mancott85]

Gotta love that hardwood decking

[@jamesgallagher4655]

Good information Scott thank you. I love your seating on the post`s a really nice feature. Do you have a video showing the construction?.

[@allanpennington]

Hello Scott a Kiwi here who understands our accent! What is the bit you use that looks like it gives a round countersink for the stainless deck screws 2:22 Do you angle the screws slightly? What is the drive head type. I have used the square drive heads but if you are going into any degree of hard wood the bit can get rounded or the hole in the screw head pretty quickly. Lastly if a crew is say a 3.15mm, what drill bit size pilot hole do you typically use?

[@georgebliss7674]

Great video, as always! Just two thoughts, having installed many tropical hardwood decks here in New England; don't use trim head fasteners (stainless or coated). The head of the screw literally is a washer, holding the board to the framing member. If you do not want them to be seen then countersink and bung them. It's the OG hidden fastening system. Secondly, though stain may (I have my doubts) act as an end grain sealant, it's effective lifespan is short (you, yourself acknowledge this repeatedly). Why not use a product such as Anchor Seal? It is made specifically for this purpose. Anyway, again, nice vid. Be well

[@andrewmason4004]

With the screws Scott showed surely the head wasn’t much acting as a washer holding the board, the set of threads under it were?