BUDGET
Pressure-treated pine
Lowest cost; plan on regular cleaning and sealing to keep it good.
BEAVORA · BUILD SMARTER
Build your deck, board by board.
Measure the deck, pick the board size and joist spacing, and get boards, joists, footings and cost.
Important: This estimator is for planning materials. Confirm span tables, footing depth, permits and local code before building.
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Deck shape
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Deck measurements
SELECTION GUIDEDecking types:
Decking types:
which to use and where.
Original BEAVORA illustrations. Span, joist size and footings follow local code — verify before building.
LOW-MAINT
Composite
No staining and long life; higher price up front.
PREMIUM
Cedar / hardwood
Naturally rot-resistant and beautiful; premium cost.
Joists & spacing16 in OC is standard; 12 in OC for diagonal or composite decking.
FootingsFooting depth and count follow local code and your post spacing.
PricingBoard price varies a lot by material — compare per board and per sq ft.