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Free Deck Design and Building Guides and Planning Software from the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association

 

Practical and helpful information on planning, designing and building a beautiful and durable cedar deck:

 

Raised Cedar Deck
 Cedar Roof Deck
 Ground Level Cedar Deck
 Cedar Decks for Sloping Lots
 Deck Railing Designs
 Stairs and Railings - Construction Tips

 

Decks are a satisfying and simple way to extend your home's living area outdoors - whether your space is an urban condominium, an expansive suburban estate, or something in between.

 

Western Red Cedar is perfectly suited for deck and outdoor stair and railing construction. Naturally decay-resistant, light in weight, easy to work, this handsome, durable wood complements any architectural style.

WRCLA.org  These online guides, by the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association offer practical pointers on the construction of four architect-designed decks, deck steps and railings. They have not included step-by-step building instructions as the designs are intended simply as a source of ideas - concepts you can build on to meet your own outdoor living needs.

Free Deck Design Tool  This free deck plan design software allows you to select your deck plan shape, size, stairs and railings. Once you design your deck you'll receive a 3D view, checklist, tips, materials lists and the locations of your three closest retailers. 

 
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Free Deck Plans and Building Guides from the Back Home Newsletter  Get reviews and links to free building plans and woodwork projects from a variety of sources. You'll also read about inexpensive blueprints, do-it-yourself kits and easy-to-use design/build software. Most importantly, you'll find buildings and projects that are simple and inexpensive to build and to maintain. If you're planning to build a deck or any type of garden structure or backyard building, sign up for your free subscription. You'll enjoy fresh designs and design ideas that will help you create something wonderful for your property and your family.
 
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If you can't find a free plan that's just right for you, check out these websites for hundreds of great designs, inexpensive blueprints, do-it-yourself design software and deck building tools and products. 

Do-It-Yourself Deck Design/Build Software by Big Hammer  Build the perfect deck for your home and backyard. This inexpensive software lets you select from seventy sample deck plans or design exactly the custom deck that you need and then print plans and a complete list of the materials that you'll need.

Design Your Own Landscape Online with Plan3D  Plan3D is a new online service that helps you create a home landscape layout your walks, drives, patios and plantings. View your yard from any angle. Use Plan3D to help create a new deck, garage or shed. Scan existing plans into Plan3D and take a virtual walk through your new yard. Everything is online, so you can get started today. 

Do-It-Yourself Deck Building: Plans, Software, Components, Hardware and Accessories  Build a new deck yourself, or repair, improve, expand or renovate your old one with these easy to use plans, step by step instructions, material lists, hardware, lighting and accessories. You can even design your own new deck to fit perfectly into your home and backyard with easy-to-use deck design software from a variety of publishers.

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Have all plans reviewed by your building department or by an experienced building professional who knows local conditions, before you start to build. Plans may have to be modified by a local professional to suit your site's building code and weather requirements.