Then run joists connecting the front of your roof with the rear every two feet along the length of your roof.
Diy rooftop deck.
One more important point to remember is if you have not done a lot of do it yourself type of work building a rooftop deck should not be a project you should start with.
As you can see the guys are getting a great start on the framework for our new rooftop deck.
They re low clearance moisture can get trapped below low ventilation and high exposure.
A properly constructed epdm roof should last 40 or more years.
And developers are finding old buildings.
Choosing the right decking to survive and thrive in this environment is an important decision.
Make sure you look into hiring a local contractor to help you with the project.
Build the frame of the roof on the ground.
Rooftop decks are possibly the most punishing area to build a deck.
They often see the sun all day long.
Rooftop decking attaches to treated wood sleepers separated from the roofing by strips of epdm.
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It s best to build the wooden deck in removable sections for cleaning and maintenance of the rubber roof and repair of the membrane if ever needed.
Frame up a box the size of the outer dimensions of your deck using 2 by 4 inch lumber.