Attaching Post To Deck Frame

Many professional deck builders prefer to secure posts to concrete piers with galvanized metal connectors that hold the end of the post above the concrete base and the ground to prevent rot.

Attaching post to deck frame.

When this system of connections is made properly loads are transferred throughout the deck s frame and into the ground and or the adjacent structure to which the deck is connected. One way is to pour concrete in the post hole set the post on the concrete and backfill with gravel. Don t lag bolt a deck railing post to the outer band board that s nailed to the ends of the floor joists. Here we show posts for a 36 inch tall railing which is common.

A secure method of attaching railing posts to a deck is to notch the post at the bottom so it fit snugly in the space between the two outer floor joists. When homeowners and diyers build a deck they often fail to attach the railing posts to the deck framing securely. Plan to install support beams directly onto the tops of posts not bolted to the sides of the posts using metal post to beam connectors. It s easy to connect deck railing posts to the floor joists of the deck.

Deck railing posts are the foundation of a deck railing system. There are several methods for setting posts. Remember to follow local code for deck posts. Hello again everyone in this instructable i will be showing how to properly attach railing posts to a deck frame.

They must be strong. Although this joint may not get the respect it deserves it is a critical load path connection that needs to keep the post and beam aligned while properly transferring deck loads to the footing. You ll need the post layout marked before you begin. The most under appreciated connection on a deck frame is probably the one between a post and the beam it supports.

A system of key connections throughout the deck framing also known as a continuous load path is essential to building a safe code compliant deck.