How to build a floating deck, DIY ground level. Tips for beginner Part 3 unfiltered

This is video series on building a floating deck by a DIY Beginner. How to install a floating deck for DIY beginners. Tips on building a floating deck. This video apart of playlist of videos about How to build a floating deck, DIY ground level. Tip for beginners unfiltered.
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[@williamdonald2830]

great job and please take this as a tip. Rather than so many concrete piers, you could have used a 2x8 or 2x10 with 3-4 concrete blocks. You can space them up to 8 feet.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@hectorperez7655]

exactly :))

[@darylklein7416]

I agree with those who said more blocks than needed but that is one solid deck, nice build

[@DIYRAY]

@@darylklein7416 yea, didn’t need that many blocks. But it rock solid.

[@skybarwisdom]

Way to go Ray... I feel ya brother, I do a lot of DIY projects alone with no helper so I have to find shortcuts and ways to work smarter not harder.

[@DIYRAY]

A fellow kindred Spirit. Thanks for the comments and please remember to like and subscribe.

[@ilyagolovey5248]

Little tip for leveling and lining up the concrete slabs. Use a string that you level first. That way you just line it up to the string and throw a level on it.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@joshuaconstable6323]

Can you explain this more

[@ilyagolovey5248]

@@joshuaconstable6323 tie a string from one end to the other where you want the blocks to be. Adjust the string so it's to the top height of the block where you want it to be. Make sure it's nice and level. Then when you put the block on, just like them up with the string and check for level on the block itself too

[@ifixeditmyself1926]

Excellent!

[@ericmonse2165]

You did a lot better that most of the videos I've seen here... Great job!

[@DIYRAY]

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[@rawjoice3897]

Wonderful...Thank you for your creativity, humility and putting it out in layman's terms so that anyone who might want to attempt doing this has some kind of templete as a way to get started without being so intimidated. You are encouraging others without even knowing it!

[@DIYRAY]

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[@ba_brisk]

the right way is over built. this is great

[@DIYRAY]

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[@marvl6472]

Respect brotha !!for all these videos..same for your daughter on the coffee machines..🙏🏾👍🏾

[@DIYRAY]

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[@imlew7853]

Cinder blocks are great that lots of you tubers do not use.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@Austin-ui8in]

I used the exact same approach as you of doing the 4 corners first then going to the centre beam and then all the other deck blocks just kind of follow. It seemed way more intuitive to me to get the 4 corners super solid and level with each other and then doing the rest. I did this before I saw your video and similiar approach and I was like hey maybe this is a legit way to do it after all! haha it worked for me. I like your style and I learn a lot from your videos. Keep up the good work!

[@DIYRAY]

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[@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885]

right before I watched this vid I had copied someone's comment on another vid: You should have put each corner post, then took your 10 ft board, stand it on edge, and tack it to lowest point (highest elevation of ground, your 2 inches or whatever above the ground on your 1 corner,. Tack it on the side of the post, then put your level on the side of it, raise other end until level screw to post, now go around full perimeter. Then it's a simple matter to mark each corner and cut the posts flush with level, and then every other post you add, you just get it plumb, tack it to the level board, and cut it flush with level.

[@morganstone4256]

Excellent job!

[@irenewhite333]

Good job. If that method works for you then go with it. You brought out some good ideas. Bottom line is that it worked.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@everett8114]

I am getting ready to build one been watching so many videos

[@DIYRAY]

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[@ivorygilyard2243]

Hi Ray, thank you for the video. It was very helpful and you did a great job. Thanks for posting.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@christinetempleton7657]

All good. Especially with just one person, I'm just looking to see how people are dealing with making joists level on posts. Thanks.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@Marcspix.]

Great Job mate! Gave me some great hints. Appreciated. Greeting from Sydney...

[@DIYRAY]

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[@Egalitarian-bt7kz]

I liked your video but, you continued to repeat yourself over and over to the point where I got bored and left. Good luck😊Thanks for making the video…

[@DIYRAY]

@@Egalitarian-bt7kz thanks for your input. I know that I repeat myself because it’s for the first time DIYer.

[@OlehProtsiuk]

Great idea! Thank you for taking time and doing this video

[@DIYRAY]

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[@rememberingwholeness6047]

Thank you for the video. Very helpful. Blessings.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@maxsaitep3341]

Hey Ray.. thanks for the tips.. nice shirt!!

[@DIYRAY]

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[@edwardbowe1881]

What's up Max!

[@scottmcbride2237]

Good work but you made this way more difficult then it should be. Way to many blocks. Wast of time and money. LOL. But it should hold a few elephants. Have a great time with your new deck. Looks good.

[@DIYRAY]

Yeah, way too many blocks, but I’m good with it. But not waste of time or money 💰. Just it was in my budget.

[@williamwonser3525]

Great job man thanks for the video 👍

[@DIYRAY]

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[@eevanskiteboards]

Your videos are great man, thanks

[@DIYRAY]

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[@ontosewing8784]

Lookd good, gives me some pointers on my floating deck wont be as big and should be able to do it in a day, thank for the pointers

[@DIYRAY]

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[@ICSpotz]

Great info, was thinking of building small deck using deck blocks because it would be easier and I'm not as able-bodied as I once was but am rethinking as you said it is somewhat labor intensive.

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback. I’m doing a follow up video on this project. I’m going to highlight the The mistakes I made. But overall the deck came out great. Please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video.

[@ICSpotz]

@@DIYRAY Subbed, like how you reply to most comments... Less active than I once was with a variety of home/farm projects but still like watching home improvement shows and you're a pleasant informative host with videos on par with many nationally televised DIY programs.

[@thecalmwayhome8483]

Looks good bro🌿

[@DIYRAY]

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[@mariafriend644]

Great job! I’m going to do a deck, tanks for the tips!

[@DIYRAY]

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[@westcoastrepairshandymanse4682]

Great video triple ray, some really good pointers in there. Great job!

[@DIYRAY]

West Coast Repairs Handyman Services thanks so much for your feedback. Please remember to subscribe to the channel and like.

[@prestonthomas9406]

You said you’re putting a gazebo on top of the deck, hell, you could put a house on top of that deck. Kudos to you and the strength of the deck but using beams under the floor joists could of saved you some money and your back, but then again hindsight is always better. Good job though.

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback. And you're right. This thing isn't going anywhere. I'm very happy how it came out. For the 1st time building a deck, not perfect but still very solid. Please remember to like and subscribe.

[@rajbeernegi]

Good job 👍

[@DIYRAY]

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[@HamiltonRb]

Nothing wrong with overkill, you are building it once to last.

[@DIYRAY]

Thank you, Finally someone gets it!! Thanks for the feedback and please remember to like and subscribe.

[@davidbooher5559]

No Such Thing As Overkill

[@celyl]

wow that's a lot of bocks to level.

[@DIYRAY]

Yes, it’s over kill. You don’t need that much. But I’m happy with the final product. Please remember to subscribe and like the video.

[@mattyhendo88]

Could you use the tuff block plastic instead of concrete blocks?

[@DIYRAY]

hanks for the tips

[@Coldgloom]

What's the recommended/max spacing for the pier blocks?

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback and please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video. To answer your question, 1st don’t do what i did. I over did it with the blocks but I’m happy with it. I would do the four Corners, middle joist then very other joists for a good Foundation. Good luck.

[@BEEFBRSKT]

Appreciate you wanting it sturdy but you really don't need that m any decking block. Square them.

[@DIYRAY]

Yea, I know but its done and I love the finish results.

[@sreedharanaidu3175]

How has this footing performed a year later? Any subsidence?

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback and please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video. To answer the question, I haven’t had any problems with it. Enjoy the deck.

[@mikenicee]

Is it sturdy enough that it doesn't move if someone ran on it. Trying to make a temporary stage that's about 30x60

[@DIYRAY]

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[@samh9072]

Looks good to me. I’m planning on doing a floating deck as well (a 5’x20’ path to my shed that is on a concrete pad) and was looking to use those blocks. Definitely will be incorporating some of you methods. UMOS? RetUMOS?

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback and please remember to subscribe and like the video. Ret.UMOS-BNND,SOD,BNDET,QND and the list goes on. LOL

[@pamnanisumit]

Hello there, is the black cloth at the bottom weed barrier ?

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback and yes it’s weed barrier.

[@yourontheair]

great

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[@vulcanman64]

Excellent video but way too many blocks

[@DIYRAY]

Yea, I agree but it’s solid.

[@RibeyeSuze]

Great vid! For the top deck boards, what did you use?

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback. Check out part 4. I believe i have the type of boards in that video.

[@Nickelectric]

can you do this in a cold climate also ?

[@DIYRAY]

What do you mean, Cold climate?

[@Nickelectric]

@@DIYRAY If a floating deck is not below the frost line will it be ok. I want to build one in my ski home, Hunter NY.

[@DIYRAY]

@@Nickelectric I don’t see why not, just remember about snow fall run off, when it starts to melt and rain. I haven’t had any problems with my decking or the supports. Good luck 🍀 thanks for feedback and please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video.

[@jungleviper]

How far away do you place each block

[@DIYRAY]

Please watch 2:25 again. I explained my approach on getting everything laid out. Thanks for the feedback and please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video.

[@anthonysanchez-ex2kl]

nice job...but way too many piers...

[@DIYRAY]

Yeah I overdid it but I’m happy with it again this is how I approached it, everyone should do what they feel comfortable with. Thanks for the feedback and please remember to like and subscribe.

[@mattdarbyshire4962]

Extra sturdy. Nothing wrong bro.

[@FeliXGamR]

all was good until i seen you leveling with wedges between the blocks and 2x6's instead of leveling the ground stone.

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback. Look at the big picture. Two or three stones will not affect the whole deck. I have been enjoying my deck w/o any issues. This is how I approach it. So use the information that best suit your skills.

[@donro3735]

Do you recommend to use framing nails for the joists?

[@DIYRAY]

No, I don’t Recommend using framing nails. You should be using galvanize exterior screws. Thanks for the feedback and please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video.

[@DIYRAY]

Or Galvanize exterior nails

[@anthonyromano8565]

You dont need a block for every joist. You could have spaned 3 or fout feet with no block and used hangers.

[@DIYRAY]

Anthony Romano you maybe right but this is now I decided to go. Thanks for the feedback and please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video.

[@jcallesano]

That's how I'm going to do it. I just got this Lumber delivered to my house today and I will be putting a block every other joist even though every single joist will still have a Simpson hanger attached to the perimeter Ledger

[@kellypatel8961]

Great video! What screws do you use for connecting the wood pieces together?

[@DIYRAY]

please below for the information. Thanks for your feedback. Please remember to sub and like.

[@borg386]

Thanks for sharing. Well done!

[@kennethpace9887]

Use deck screws 3 inches with 1 inch threaded. Never use fully threaded screws 3 inches long. You will burn out your diy level drill.

[@shergillG]

Hey there! I’m attempting my own deck soon. One concern I have is that over time the ground becoming unlevel or sagging, how would you combat this?

[@DIYRAY]

Gobind Shergill Thanks for the feedback, you have to use gravel base. This prevents shifting in your foundation. Please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video

[@DIYRAY]

Gobind Shergill It’s also call paver base

[@dleese66]

NEVER SHIM WHERE WATER CAN SETTLE, when they rot deck will be off again. Just do it right the first time.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@sneat2028]

Water will still get underneath the joist even if it's flush on the blocks. You have to make sure the wood is treated for ground contact. A lot of people think pressure treated and ground contact treatment are the same.

[@jessejames7074]

This is not the way you are supposed to use foundation blocks they are supposed to be spaced 4 ft apart box framed

[@DIYRAY]

My deck , my way. Thanks for the feedback. Watch the all the videos. Then come back with your comments.

[@hectorperez7655]

I think that each block holds like 2k plus pounds!! 🤣so you're more than cover

[@DIYRAY]

Yea, I think so too. Thanks for your comments.

[@yourlongtimefan]

I do not want to sound like a hater...BUt, how could you not use pressure treated lumber??? That deck will deteriorate before you put away your tools...

[@DIYRAY]

What are you talking about? The base is Pressure treated lumber. Thanks for the feedback and please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video

[@kanisohana]

Looks like pressure treated lumber to me.

[@jonharper7930]

I like it. Well done.

[@DIYRAY]

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[@FactsMattersUSA]

Sorry Ray but this would not pass the permit phase. However it looks nice but serious over kill with huge cost. First, for your setup only four deck blocks are needed. The rest can be supported with hangers. 2. Never place a shimmy on a deck block. It will erode over time causing warping. 3, always use deck flashing tape whenever possible. It’s a great barrier and prolongs the life of the wood. 4. Gravel and sand is fine but always slope the deck away from the house for draining purposes. I use to work in the permit office for jobs like this. But again nice job.

[@DIYRAY]

I agree with you that it’s over kill but since I’m paying for it the cost is worth it to me. Also as for the shims I’m using pressure treated only in a couple of places so that is not an issue. Also flashing was use only in certain location where the wood would be exposed to the weather. Is it Perfect? No it isn’t but it’s perfectly sound and stable it looks great. Thanks for the feedback and please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video.

[@mjdamato]

@@DIYRAY Those shims will rot - pressure treated or not. Once a PT piece of wood is cut the treatment is compromised (unless you treat the cut ends). Plus, those shims are made with cutoff pieces with the grain running vertically. So, the weight of the deck will only work to separate the grain and allow water to penetrate.

[@DIYRAY]

@@mjdamato Yea, I understand your points. But Let keep it into contents. We taking about 3-4 section under the deck where rain may or may not reach due to the cover over 80% of the deck, Also Those section are are being supported all Directions. I really over did with the blocks in support. Point taken but not a Concern as far as my build. Thank for the feedback.

[@mjdamato]

@@DIYRAY It's your deck. I certainly wouldn't want to take the chance that any supports would drop in a few years because of something so simple.

[@danw3518]

why the heck would you use some many deck blocks? so much over kill...like...you dont need ANY where NEAR that many blocks...people use joist hangers dont waste money on 4-8 dollar deck blocks when you can by an 80 cent joist hanger....

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback. But My project, my way. This is the way I wanted it. That why its a DIY project. Please remember to subscribe to the channel and like the video.

[@thedoitguy]

I'm a Home inspector. This is done soooooo Wrong. This Deck is NOT to code. FALED.

[@DIYRAY]

Please share your thoughts in detail. What could I have done differently? Let others know what to avoid And to improve on this project.

[@thedoitguy]

12:41 ​@@DIYRAY First. The way you had it at 4:20 was the correct way. You should of left it like that and make the other and the same so all 2x8 would meet on the deck blocks. Second. You can't use wood peace's to level the joist 12:40. The 2x8 must seat all the way in the deck blocks. You should raise the blocks.

[@DIYRAY]

So let me get this straight, I shimmed a couple of blocks, so it will meet the deck. Did you see how many blocks that’s underneath the deck that is lying on it? Really? Okay if you say so.

[@thedoitguy]

@@DIYRAY i agree, you dont need that many blocks. But if you use them it have to be installed properly. For example, from the inspector point of view: if your deck is not higher than 24" you don't need railing. But if you put railing, it have to be installed to meet code. Otherwise people (who move in after you) trust in it, can fall and hurt them self's. Not to have does blocks is ok. Have them incorrectly is not ok. I hope this helps with your future projects.

[@davegrier523]

I'm surfing looking for a logical way to build a grade level deck. This most certainly is not it.

[@DIYRAY]

Thanks for the feedback. Good luck on your project. Check out the finishing project.kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4iamGaKj5hqf5o Its most certainly done and I'm enjoying it. (Note: I said "This is my way in doing it"

[@ZenithBound]

Thanks a ton! I am attempting to build a 28x16 floating deck. My first deck build. Also building it solo so going to follow your lead. Watched your video and pretty sure can handle after watching..Thanks again!

[@DIYRAY]

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[@greasey520]

Great work! I enjoyed watching that.

[@DIYRAY]

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