How Do You Build A Round Deck?
A well-constructed deck can add beauty and value to a home. While there are a number of different designs to choose from, a round deck is among the hardest to build. The most important thing to understand in building a round deck is that the central supporting pillar needs to be extremely strong, since it will support almost all the deck’s weight. Make or obtain the design for your round deck. This includes size, placement, and any other design features. Mark the loactions of your central and corner beams using string and stakes. Dig holes for your footing. First, dig holes that extend to solid ground or at least four feet deep with an area of at least eight square feet. The central support beam may have to be wider than the corner beam holes. Place your footing. First, set your central beam, which will measure at least one inch in diameter for each foot of the final deck diameter, placing in the hole and filling around with cement. Then fill the corner holes with cement, setting a len
