What is a good size deck?

A good size deck starts at 12 feet by 12 feet but can be as small as 8 feet by 8 feet for limited specialty use, such as a sitting area or a barbeque area just outside of the kitchen. Also deck should be no larger than the largest room in the house and not exceed 20% of the house square footage.
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Is a 12x12 deck big enough?

Urban Oasis — A deck measuring 12' by 12' is the standard size for many apartments and city homes. This amount of space is more than enough to fit a modest furniture set and still decorate with greenery and standing lights.
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What is the ideal deck size?

Most builders suggest that your deck should be no larger than 20 percent of the house's* square footage. This is so that the deck does not overwhelm a home visually. This, of course, is up to you. If you feel you need a larger deck that takes up more of your yard space, feel free!
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What is a good depth for a deck?

12 ft. for general and social areas. 4 ft. for ground-level connections, paths, and stairs.
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How much is a 12x16 deck cost?

12x16-foot Raised Deck: You could build a 12x16-foot treated-lumber raised deck with stairs, for about $3,100 in materials. Hiring someone to do the work for you brings your total cost to $3,700-$9,500.
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Is 12 by 16 a good size deck?

A 12x16 deck gives you room enough to break your space into zones for everyone in the family. Let the teens hang with their squad while you and your BFFs huddle in our deep seats.
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How much does a 20x20 deck cost?

The average homeowner spends $2,200 to build a 10x10 foot deck, $6,160 to build a 14x20 deck, and $8,800 to build a 20x20 deck. The cost to build a deck with pressure-treated wood, hardwood, or composite is about $25 per square foot, for both materials and installation.
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Is 12 feet deep enough for a deck?

The ideal dining deck for a family of four is 16′ wide and 12′ deep (4.8×3.6m). A very versatile and practical deck size. Versatile in that you can fit a larger table on the same size deck.
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What is the average cost of a deck?

According to HomeAdvisor, as of 2020 the cost of most decks ranged between $4,153 and $11,219, with $7,686 being the national average cost of a new deck. The total average cost per square foot was between $30 to $60 with labor and materials each consuming about 50% of that budget.
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How far should a deck be from the house?

A freestanding deck footing next to a house should be as far away from the house as possible. The allowable joist overhang determines the distance between the house and the deck footing from the house. Deck footing for 2×6 and 2×8 joist should be 16″ (400mm) from the house.
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What is considered a small deck?

A small deck, intended for holding a round dining table with seating for four people, should measure at least 144 square feet. However, the average size of a deck tends to range between 300 and 400 square feet.
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How much does it cost to build a 16x20 deck?

16' x 20' Deck Cost

in total size are the most popular size in the U.S. They have a total cost range from $4,800 to $15,040, depending on the material and style. These decks can be configured to have separate areas for relaxing, eating, and entertaining.
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What is a good size for a back porch?

Most resources will say the minimum for a porch is six feet in depth. This is for good reason, as that allows enough room for you to incorporate chairs, potted plants, and/or other furniture with enough room to move around and walk in front of the furniture.
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What is a good size for a floating deck?

It takes up less than 200 square feet. It's not more than 30 inches above the ground. It's not attached to your house. It's not in front of an egress door.
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How much value does a deck add to a house?

According to JLC Group's Magazine research report, adding a deck can increase your home value significantly. The average cost of constructing a wooden deck is $13,000 with a resale value of $10,080, meaning you can recoup about 75% of the total cost after selling your home.
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How much does it cost to build a 2021 deck?

Value Report for 2021, home exterior projects have the greatest return on investment (ROI). A new wood deck has an average cost of $17,000 with a 66% ROI and a composite deck averages around $22,500 and has a 63% ROI.
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How long does a deck last?

Traditional wood deck: Typically 10 to 15 years. Capped composite: Industry experts agree these boards can last 25 to 30+ years. Capped polymer (the best of the best): Because of its superior material composition, capped polymer boards can last much longer, potentially 50 years or more.
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What's the average deck size?

The average deck size is between 300 and 400 square feet. Generally, a deck should be wider than it is deep, with the longer dimension running along the house.
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How many square feet is a 10x10 deck?

x 10 ft. = 100 square ft.
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How much does a 20x20 Trex deck cost?

The materials cost for a Trex deck with substructure, decking and fasteners included, generally falls into the range of $9 to $16 per square foot.
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What is the cheapest deck to build?

Pressure-treated wood is generally the cheapest material to build decks from.
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Why are decks so expensive?

Labor and materials are the primary factors that impact the costs in building a deck. Everything up to installing floorboards will have a specific cost that can be determined during the planning stages. Railings can add slightly to overall costs or can be ornamental and therefore add a chunk of change to the price.
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