Discussion Forum - Northstar Chevelle Club

SShink · 3K+ Club

Not car related-anyone install a floating deck?

jim larson · 2K+ Club

Looks like the clear deal, if it's going to be close to the ground.

When I did my deck 30 yrs ago, I just set 2 coffee tin cans on top of each other and filled with cement. 10 posts and cement only down about 15". Hasn't moved in 30 yrs; but it's attached to the house on 2 sides. Only about 2 off t h e ground.

Tim H · Mega Poster

I've built a few of them and the concrete posts work well. If you need to borrow a pneumatic framing nailer let me know I have one you would use also a power miter saw. Just make sure your city doesn't have an issue with the deck you are starting to cover a lot of your ground space.

bowtie · Secretary

I looked into it, did something similar at the cabin but not the exact same pier. I like the idea just make sure the area under it is compacted so it doesnt sink.

Derek69SS · Founding Member

Tim H wrote:
Just make sure your city doesn't have an issue with the deck you are starting to cover a lot of your ground space.

I'm beginning to think Stan doesn't like mowing lawn.

SShink · 3K+ Club

Derek69SS wrote:
Tim H wrote:
Just make sure your city doesn't have an issue with the deck you are starting to cover a lot of your ground space.
I'm beginning to think Stan doesn't like mowing lawn.

The less time spent mowing... the more time driving the Chevelle!

Tim H · Mega Poster

Derek69SS wrote:

I'm beginning to think Stan doesn't like mowing lawn.

He has so little yard space now that he had to build an extra tall garage.

John D · 2K+ Club

If your city is anything like mine, I'd discreetly check with the Inspections Dept. and find out if they even allow "floating" decks. Here's a link to give you an idea of what may be needed.