How to Design a Freestanding Deck: No-Handrail Design and Code Requirements
Join Mike Guertin as he builds a backyard platform deck using Trex Transcend Lineage decking and fascia boards. Mike designed this deck, which features a functional and attractive set of wraparound steps, to be a central focus of the backyard.
In this episode, Mike walks through the no-handrail design, cites code requirements, and demonstrates how he was able to keep the deck freestanding by adding extra footings and an extra beam.
Jump into the video:
01:04 - Handrail code requirements
01:36 - Deck design elements
Thank you to our video series sponsor, Trex!
Watch the rest of the series:
• How to Build a Backyard Freestanding Deck
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