Attaching Deck Stairs To Grass

By video journalist waldo cabrera ask john the builder s john cox demonstrates how to add custom stairs to your deck.

Attaching deck stairs to grass.

How to add stairs to your deck step 1. Set the stringers in. Once it arrives unroll it out on the deck and let it lie out for at least an hour so it flattens out. Measure out the deck and order the right amount of turf enough so there s an overhang when you lay it out.

I m planning on digging out 6 of sod dirt and installing 3 4 natural stone back to grade height for the stairs to land on. The only difference is you may want to install fasteners in the middle of the artificial turf area. Use a tamper to level and. Using a framing square mark out the.

At a minimum you will need two footings one beneath each outside stringer. Excavate the area to a depth of 6 removing all grass dirt and debris from the site. Once the deck is dry you can get started installing your lawn. The sides of the stairs or stringers are cut from 2 by 12 boards.

This will help you identify where you need to dig your holes and place your tubes. If you want to install artificial turf on your wood deck or walkway install the turf as if it were carpet on a hardwood floor. Fasteners include staples carpet tacks or carpet to wood glue. John cox leed ap.

Install your stringers before you put the footings down.