For example if the deck has.
Deck against siding.
Make the outline large enough to include space for the deck boards on top the ledger and any trim boards on the sides.
An exact match between tan siding and decking makes it seem like the siding materials run out onto the deck.
This way most rain water that hits the house will run off the siding and onto the top of the decking rather than seeping onto the ledger.
Professional deck builders and advanced diyers taking on a deck project that will stand outside brick veneer siding can of course build a freestanding deck.
If you re updating your home s exterior as well as the deck be sure to include deck colors when deciding on your new overall color palette.
Reusing what you remove keeps the job green and saves the trouble and expense of matching the finish face nailed lap siding.
Because of the greater overlap and the blind nailing pattern.
Nail undersill trim j channel will also work over the bottom cut using 11 gauge aluminum nails.
I can t say for sure if your ledger deck must be un bolted in order to install the flashing.
Your deck colors should be a cohesive part of your home s exterior color scheme.
Make the ledger out of pressure treated lumber that is 2 inches wider than the joists.
Materials required acrylic caulk drip cap galvanized flashing galvanized joist hangers galvanized lag screws galvanized nails and screws pressure treated wood z flashing.
The horizontal leg should be wide enough to extend all the way.
Start by making an outline on the siding where you want to position the ledger board.
In plans calling for an attached deck structure however special care needs to be taken to avoid engineering liabilities that could get a thumbs down from the building inspector or result.
Then cut away the siding.
Matching a tan house with a deck from the tan color family doesn t work.
You can pull out one of the hues used elsewhere on the facade for your deck or select an accent color that blends with your home s style.
If you start installing your decking away from the house the last board will snug against the house.
Before addressing the siding the fact that your deck was nailed and not screwed is an indication of poor installation.
It depends on exactly how it was done.
Decking should never be nailed and that is especially true with composite decking.
The siding has been cut so the decking can slide under it rather than butting the decking up to the siding.
Install z flashing along the top edge of the ledger.
Instead great deck color schemes for tan houses involve implementing a deck in a complementary color such as a rich brown or pecan color.
