The standards
The procedures have been changing as a result of the reform of October 1, 2007We must make a declaration of work for a deck not exceeding 20m ². If not, ask a building permit.
It is advisable to check with the responsible departments of the town hall because the conditions may differ from one municipality to another. Among them, there is the consideration of distance from the edge of the property.
This also learn more about the requirements at the specific specifications such as subdivision regulation
Among the rules to follow, you should know that:
- The guard shall have a height of about a meter protection.
- For a household with children, it is solid and opaque ramps that best. This is more secure as they can, indeed, climb to see behind.
- For a railing with bars, it is advisable to choose the one with vertical bars. They should be spaced 11 cm up to prevent the passage of the head. With those that are horizontal, the children will climb more easily.
Use tips
The deck must have a width of 2 to 2.5 m at a minimum, this allows to move properly around a table and chairsIt takes 60 to 70 cm in width for the table and over 70 to 80 cm on each side to a chair and crossing space.
Wood is a material that thickens, retracts and can be cutIn short, he lives but can also tarnishIt is important to make the right choice when using it to build a patioIt must conform to the packaging associated with this work and in particular be sustainable because it can often be wet by the weather.
It is important to consider the radiation from the sun before choosing the place where the deck will be built, but rather to the south and west. Thus, it does not have to be next to a door or doors to be more accessibleIf placed in a corner where there is wind, it is advisable to install a fence or build a wall.
Cleaning a wooden deck can be done 2 times per yearIt is more suitable to realize after the wet seasons. The washing removes dirt that will accumulate on the material that may alter the platform.
For the case of one that is built with lumber, Category 2, you must always remember to treatment against parasites. This is the reason why professionals do not advise. |
