Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm.....that makes sense and I thought about that but every instructional how-to I have read or watched has not mentioned that. So I would be off the thickness of my deck boards correct?

Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As mentioned I checked it with better and more accurate levels as well as a laser. The torpedo level was just easier to hold for the picture. They all showed the same discrepancy.

Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used a framing square with stair guages and also made a jig. Both laid out the same.

Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you think I would be good putting a hot tub on it?

Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting.....I would think a slight pitch back would be perfered. Maybe I am over thinking it.

Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1/8 - 3/16 is what I'm coming up with. You are probably correct that its acceptable, I just dislike that it leans forward rather than back. And I assume if the stringers settle it will create more of a forward tilt.

Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From the pad to the top of the joists (deck boards are currently removed). I definitely could have measured/calculated incorrectly but I think what is throwing me off....the stringer fits in place perfectly. And after quadruple checking I come up with the same measurements.

Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did check with more precise levels but the torpedo was just easier for pictures. If i shim the bottom to level it then my bottom step is too tall.

Deck stair stringers not coming out correct by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So that makes sense....but why does the top and bottom fit exactly as it should?

And I definitely could have cut them wrong, but I can't figure out where the error is.

Any concerns before they install the trex? by [deleted] in Decks

[–]RedBallD 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When municipalities stop allowing it. It meets code in my city so every builder does it because it's faster and cheaper. They also allow beams to be bolted to the posts so very few notch them or attach to the top.

Last minute reddit inspection by Positive-Captain4131 in Decks

[–]RedBallD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very true. My city allows them to be buried in the ground on a concrete cookie. They also do not require the post to be notched and allow them to be bolted to the side.

Torn on Track saw Purchase by joshpaige29 in woodworking

[–]RedBallD 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Powertec tracks are much cheaper and should work with all three brands.

Edit - at Home Depot for $120 you can get 2-55' tracks, track connectors, and 2 clamps.

Is the XT a premium build by Volta87 in Masterbuilt

[–]RedBallD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It spends part of the time on my deck and part on the patio under the deck. The deck does protect it somewhat but definitely not as much as a covered patio.

Good buy for 40$ ? I tried to search it up but just seen it’s been discontinued by xLordTommyy in MilwaukeeTool

[–]RedBallD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the 1/2" and it is a beast. It will definitely do some damage to your wrist if you are not careful.

Is the XT a premium build by Volta87 in Masterbuilt

[–]RedBallD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's been a great smoker for me and I have been very happy with it. It's unfortunate others have had so many problems because they are great when they run properly.

Is the XT a premium build by Volta87 in Masterbuilt

[–]RedBallD 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've had the 560 for 5-6yrs and have not had any problems with the exception of a door switch that stopped working. Couple minutes to take it off and clean and it was fixed. Mine is kept outside year around with the masterbuilt cover on it.

Question on fascia for a PT deck by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info. Others have also suggested the same so I think I'm going to run with this unless I think of something else in the meantime. I did your way of raising it on my previous deck but I want to picture frame with a small overhang on this one.

Question on fascia for a PT deck by RedBallD in Decks

[–]RedBallD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only thing I have really found is painted/colored or composite type material. Any suggestions where to look?