The last two weekends had pretty crap weather but i've gotten in about 2 more days of work on deck. Using the lumber from the old deck the corners were framed in (these will eventually be shingled) as well as the lower sides (to provide nailing surface for trim boards). The corners were also clad with exterior-grade plywood. The mahogany decking was sealed with a product called Penofin Penetrating Oil Finish and a cement pad poured for the bottom of the stair stringers to rest on. With the help of a small assembly line of my brother Dan, sister-in-law Jodi, and my dad we cut the diamond design in the side rails (to match front of house) and started filling in the sides. Can't wait to find another sunny day to do more but, in the meantime, back to my day job....
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