Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
There is more than one way to notch a post, but for this build we used a mitre saw because that is what was available on site.
After marking where the joist would sit, multiple cuts were made to the depth of the joist before cleaning out the notch with a hammer and chisel. One screw was used to temporarily hold the joist in place while the opposite side was adjusted to find the correct height and keep the frame level.
Once everything was lined up, the second post was cut to size and the frame could start coming together. Sometimes the small details make all the difference in getting a stronger, straighter deck frame.
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There is more than one way to notch a post, but for this build we used a mitre saw because that is what was available on site.
After marking where the joist would sit, multiple cuts were made to the depth of the joist before cleaning out the notch with a hammer and chisel. One screw was used to temporarily hold the joist in place while the opposite side was adjusted to find the correct height and keep the frame level.
Once everything was lined up, the second post was cut to size and the frame could start coming together. Sometimes the small details make all the difference in getting a stronger, straighter deck frame.
#buildtuff #tuffblock #deckbuild #deckframing #deckfoundation #diydeck #carpentry #backyardrenovation #deckblocks #outdoorliving
