The first step to building over a concrete stoop is to install a ledger board on both sides of the stoop.
Building a small deck over concrete steps.
Apply foam adhesive to back of trim.
Instead of removing those concrete front steps save some time by building a wood deck over and around them.
Building a deck in your outdoor space can enhance your home s options for entertaining and relaxation.
To keep step heights equal you ll have to raise the treads by the same distance you raise the patio 2 1 2 to 3 1 2 in.
When building a landing for deck stairs typical codes require the pad to extend beyond the steps about 36 inches behind the steps about 12 inches and on the sides of the steps about 6 inches.
The sleeper s layout will depend on decking layout.
For standard decking you need some parallel sleepers.
On concrete steps that s a straightforward job.
Mark the location of the sleeper on the concrete patio.
In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to deck over a concrete stoop.
Steps to build a raised deck over a concrete patio plan a layout.
Cut pvc trim boards to wrap around stoop using circular saw.
It can also be a demanding job so carefully plan the amount of decking you ll need and enlist any helping hands that you can.
You should remember the extra sleepers for stairs.
Some builders choose to build over the stoop instead.
Stairs connected to the patio can complicate this project.
This guide covers how to build a ground level platform as well as a single story raised deck.
At first you have to plan a layout.
Counterbore holes in pvc trim with inch diameter spade bit.
Advertisement a well designed front porch or deck is an inviting feature on most homes.
A massive concrete stoop will be difficult to remove.
A typical pad has a 4 inch layer of gravel underneath and about 4 inches of concrete on top.
If you have a concrete slab that is in good shape it is very e.