Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
How to build a Modern DIY ground-level deck that doesn't break the bank!!
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I've seen a few deck projects on YouTube that utilize TUFFBLOCK foundation blocks... I think they're cool but they're certainly not cheap. Some deck designs only use a few support blocks, but for a low profile deck like this with 2x4 joists it would have taken 80 blocks and that would have been EXPENSIVE. After doing a little research I found these lighter duty adjustable foundation blocks on amazon that seem like the perfect, affordable solution. They're not as heavy duty, but with so many individual blocks underneath this deck, each eight foot 2x4 joist has 3 support blocks underneath leaving nothing unsupported Let me know what you think down in the comments and big thanks as always for watching!!
Materials and Supplies:
Adjustable Footing Blocks: lasso.to/amazon/oaJgL2b8MW/YcmtKJi1DLw
TuffBlocks: lasso.to/amazon/Ebkm9lIzI1/YcmtKJi1DLw
Hidden Fastener Jig: lasso.to/amazon/Fymu8xY1Dn/YcmtKJi1DLw
Stain I Used: homedepot.sjv.io/QjQ1B9
Cement Blocks: homedepot.sjv.io/APNzO7
Ground Anchors: lasso.to/amazon/Ebkm9lIzI1/YcmtKJi1DLw
Landscape Fabric: lasso.to/amazon/Dhpt31wh1X/YcmtKJi1DLw
String Level: lasso.to/amazon/R2YJyI1Ybm/YcmtKJi1DLw
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-Mike Montgomery
MODERN BUILDS
Hi, My name is Mike Montgomery and I'm a MAKER; a designer, builder, and full-time content creator. Accessibility is my focus with Modern Builds, not simply accessibility of designs, but accessibility in materials, information, and projects themselves. I've focused on creating furniture and DIY projects that are simple enough that any beginner maker can accomplish, yet interesting enough that any expert might be inspired. Building and making is becoming less and less of an exclusive hobby and profession. My goal is to reduce that separation even further.
How to build a Modern DIY ground-level deck that doesn't break the bank!!
Head to squarespace.com/modernbuilds to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MODERNBUILDS
I've seen a few deck projects on YouTube that utilize TUFFBLOCK foundation blocks... I think they're cool but they're certainly not cheap. Some deck designs only use a few support blocks, but for a low profile deck like this with 2x4 joists it would have taken 80 blocks and that would have been EXPENSIVE. After doing a little research I found these lighter duty adjustable foundation blocks on amazon that seem like the perfect, affordable solution. They're not as heavy duty, but with so many individual blocks underneath this deck, each eight foot 2x4 joist has 3 support blocks underneath leaving nothing unsupported Let me know what you think down in the comments and big thanks as always for watching!!
Materials and Supplies:
Adjustable Footing Blocks: lasso.to/amazon/oaJgL2b8MW/YcmtKJi1DLw
TuffBlocks: lasso.to/amazon/Ebkm9lIzI1/YcmtKJi1DLw
Hidden Fastener Jig: lasso.to/amazon/Fymu8xY1Dn/YcmtKJi1DLw
Stain I Used: homedepot.sjv.io/QjQ1B9
Cement Blocks: homedepot.sjv.io/APNzO7
Ground Anchors: lasso.to/amazon/Ebkm9lIzI1/YcmtKJi1DLw
Landscape Fabric: lasso.to/amazon/Dhpt31wh1X/YcmtKJi1DLw
String Level: lasso.to/amazon/R2YJyI1Ybm/YcmtKJi1DLw
Where I Get My Music (Free Trial): epidemicsound.com/referral/osroq1
Thanks for watching!!
modernbuilds.com
___________________________________________________________________
ADD ME ON:
Instagram: goo.gl/UgEpJs | @modernbuilds
Facebook: goo.gl/KiI1cX
TikTok: tiktok.com/@mikefrommodernbuilds
Subscribe: goo.gl/pgDSS8
Website: modernbuilds.com
Merch: modernbuilds.com/store
___________________________________________________________________
Thanks for watching!
-Mike Montgomery
MODERN BUILDS
Hi, My name is Mike Montgomery and I'm a MAKER; a designer, builder, and full-time content creator. Accessibility is my focus with Modern Builds, not simply accessibility of designs, but accessibility in materials, information, and projects themselves. I've focused on creating furniture and DIY projects that are simple enough that any beginner maker can accomplish, yet interesting enough that any expert might be inspired. Building and making is becoming less and less of an exclusive hobby and profession. My goal is to reduce that separation even further.
