You can read the Smart Guide: Decks, Basic reference guide helps you with the decking project. Presents more than 200 full-color illustrations and detailed step-by-step instructions on everything from how to lay out and set footings to framing a deck, adding decking, and attaching railings and stairways to a finished deck. Advice and tips are presented in an easy, clear, concise format.  Included are a complete tools and material section, comprehensive index, and glossary of important terms.