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Decking Calculator Online Tool

Free deck calculator. Calculate square footage, 2x6 and composite deck boards, 16" OC framing joists, and fastener counts.

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Decking Calculator & Material Estimator

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🔨 Decking & Framing Joist Calculator

Calculate total square footage, deck boards, framing joists (12" / 16" OC), and screws.

Deck Surface Area320 sq ft
Deck Boards Required35 Boards
Framing Joists (16" OC)16 Joists
Deck Screws / Fasteners1120 Screws
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US vs UK Construction Terminology Guide

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Asphalt PavingTarmac / Bitumen MacadamUS Tons / Metric TonnesPaving Takeoff
Cubic Yards (yd³)Cubic Metres (m³)VolumeConcrete Takeoff
Lumber / FramingTimberBoard Feet / m³Framing Takeoff
Quantity Takeoff (QTO)Bill of Quantities (BOQ) / QS Take-offItemized BillsBOQ Preparation
Cost EstimatorQuantity Surveyor (QS)Cost PlanningCost Estimating
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