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More than a million decks are built and replaced each year in the U.S. However, with the growing number of deck failures, the construction and safety of decks have raised concerns within the building industry. The Simpson Strong-Tie Deck Center is designed to help building and design professionals build safe, code-compliant decks. From finding the right products to navigating through code changes, the Deck Center offers several resources to make building decks easier and safer.
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 This guide offers step-by-step instruction on using connectors to build safe, code-compliant decks. |
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 5 Steps to a Safer and Stronger Deck This tip sheet provides general information on deck safety and lists the warning signs of an unsafe deck. |
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 Deck Connector and Patio Cover Systems This two-sided tear pad shows connector and fastener solutions for building safer decks and patios. |
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Deck Safety - Recommendations for the Construction of Safe, Code-Compliant Decks This take-one brochure points out the critical connections on safe decks, the role that connectors play and a list of warning signs to look for on existing decks. |
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Simpson Strong-Tie offers a full range of fasteners to meet your deck fastening needs, including deck screws for wood and composite decking. |
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Deck Spacers are small plastic spacers that clip onto joists to keep deck boards evenly spaced and can help lengthen the lifespan of decks. |
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Deck Design Software Ledger Attachment Footings Beam-to-Post |
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Joists Terminating into Joists Bearing on a Beam Railing Post-to-Deck Framing |
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Stair Stringers & Treads
Fastening Deck Boards
DECK-TO-HOUSE LATERAL LOAD |
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