On Mar 13, 4:13*pm, Joe wrote:
On Mar 13, 6:16*am, "don &/or Lucille"
wrote:

Help is there any such thing a book thats assumes a person knows little or
nothing about decks? Can give variuos drawings ,plans?

There is a growing sentiment that "Deck Are for Dummies", *given that
they require so much maintenance and are mostly little used once in
place. Consider whether you really need a pricey 'keep up with the
Joneses' addition or a more prudent reducing the mortgage by that
amount. Times are tough right now, and the recession will be with us
for some time.
Nothing wrong with reading up on the subject, though, to help decide
when the time is right.

Joe

' There is a growing sentiment that "Deck Are for Dummies" '

Growing amongst what groups?

' mostly little used once in place '

Can you point me towards some data?

I only ask because I live in Western NY and use mine year round. At a
minimum I shovel a path to the grill until I have time to shovel the
deck completely clear.

During the warmer months, we use it 4 to 5 times a week and the dogs
hang out there every day.

I'm only one data point, so my usage proves nothing. I'd like to see
the rest of the data that shows me becoming a minority.