How to Build steps for Floating Deck

In this video I will show you how to build steps for your floating deck when using deck blocks

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[tracibrown]

I just tore the railings off my floating deck and thought about putting a wrap around stair. Wasn't sure if I would need to pour cement all the way around first (groan). Your video and method were exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!

[tylerstrop]

Might want to also note, once you cut those end off they are no longer treated . Always seal your cutt end !! Your the man buddy love the videos

[susanpeterson]

This deck layout would be perfect for my house.

[ericlaw]

been staring at my recently built deck for 3 days trying to figure out a good way to frame my steps. NOW I HAVE IT! THANK YOU!!!!

[tonygoddard]

Great job. For the so called professional people with the “what I would have done”, keep that to yourself, the way I see it, if you were so professional, you wouldn’t be watching and criticizing these videos. That’s why these are DO IT YOURSELF vids. Keep the great videos coming Sir.

[yashwanthnerella]

hey! could you post the video of how you did the actual deck itself on the concrete patio. I'd love to see that video.

[shawnhayden]

Standard rise and run is 'approximately' 7 inches rise to a 10 inch tread. This is not arbitrary, it is a real carpentry rule of thumb. There is room to flex this set of dimensions but always try to add the rise and run for stairs to a 16 to 18 inch maximum.

When you step 'deck' levels up and down, the run goes away because people are stepping onto a 2 foot deep area or an entire new level or even larger proportions. BUT ONE THING REMAINS CONSTANT to observe...the rise should remain near the 7 inch step size. If you do not follow this rule of thumb, you are creating trip hazards. This particular YouTube Video is double violation as you step off the lawn you might have a 10 to 7 inch rise to over come but shortly thereafter, you run into a rise of approximately 5 inches. If you are like my friends and you have a drink or two, it is possible you will stub your toe, loose your flip-flop, or fall flat on your face with the changing level rises like this deck has.


YSK a seasoned carpenter or veteran deck builder will not build like this how to video.

[BruceSmith-ibgl]

Perfect vidio, wasn't sure how to do it and now it's clear. Good job...

[Indiasplace]

Attempting to personally add a step in my house. Thanks for the details! I believe your instructions will help me accomplish my small task.

[imaxsanchez]

wow, this is something I need almost exactly what I have. except I have a concrete slab but I can get the idea from this.

[brookekemet]

Never put your hand that close to where you're shooting a nail gun. If you hit a knot in the wood it would send a nail out the side of the wood right into your hand.

[frankgonzalez]

Thank you for the video my friend, I just finished my steps on my deck it came out real nice just the way you did yours ...

[tractortalkwithgary]

Loved it. Great job. Thanks for all the tips.

[diyhuntress]

Your deck looks killer, dude. BBQ at your spot!

[brianpenland]

Love the steps. Do you have any suggestions for the same type of deck and steps but, for a floating deck that's built on a significant slope? I have a 20'×24' floating deck and need a good idea for steps along just 3 sides, on a slope. The front is 1" to 5" off the ground but, the rear is 4' to 4.5' off the ground.

[ThomasLundyRealtor]

Do you have a video on the deck build?

[SMee]

How big's ya deck, mate! 😂😂😂
On a more serious note, looks fantastic. 👍

[tmorales]

Question: nails or screws or both when building frame and deck panels??

[funkymonkeylovin]

Nice deck! What’s the life expectancy of doug fir out in the elements?

[GabeSanchez]

I see that your sideway is butted up against the deck. I want to go over my sidewalk instead of tearing it up. Can I put the support blocks on existing sidewalk?