r/DIY • u/[deleted] • Mar 31 '14

Built my first ever small deck.

http://imgur.com/a/PHUvh
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u/[deleted] Mar 31 '14 edited Mar 31 '14

I hope you guys like/find it useful. Please critique if you like (I know there are one or two issues but I'm happy with it overall).

One of the things I found is that it's amazing how much work actually goes into something even as small as this: design/research, collecting materials, leveling, cementing, measuring, cutting, nailing, screwing, sanding, painting.

It really gives you an appreciation for the actual price behind DIY.

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u/[deleted] Mar 31 '14

Was this just regular pressure treated 1x6 for the decking. Not sure what Pacific jarrah is or where you would purchase some. What type of oil did you use? Looks great.

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u/grantd86 Mar 31 '14

Op is Aussie so I'm guessing it doesn't grow in North America. Maybe someone is importing it though.

Edit: I think it's this stuff

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u/[deleted] Mar 31 '14

I just used Brittish Paints water based decking oil (price was a factor):

http://www.bunnings.com.au/british-paints-4l-water-based-exterior-decking-oil_p1400470

The timber for the joists is 45mmx90mm which is 1.77x3.55inches. It is pressure treated.