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Deck Calculator

Plan deck boards and framing quantities from deck area and dimensions.

Step 1: Units

Step 2

Enter project measurements

Use decimals if needed (e.g. 3.5).

Step 3

How to use this calculator

Provide deck length, width, and selected spacing assumptions.

What the math is doing

Linear feet ≈ (sq ft ÷ board width in feet) × (1+waste).

Frequently asked questions

Hidden fasteners?

Gap spacing may change effective coverage.

Diagonal pattern?

Increase waste percentage.

Picture framing?

Add border boards separately.

Joists and beams?

Use span tables; not included here.

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