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		<title>Tall Deck on a Sloped Lot</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2025/04/23/tall-deck-on-a-sloped-lot</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2025/04/23/tall-deck-on-a-sloped-lot#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:08:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When deck posts exceed what the prescriptive code tables allow, it's time to consult a structural engineer for post sizing and possible bracing.]]></description>
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		<title>Deck Details for Durability</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2025/03/03/deck-details-for-durability</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 22:54:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Guertin]]></dc:creator>
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		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2025/03/03/deck-details-for-durability</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Freestanding with boxed stairs, this small deck is full of ideas for a long-lasting entry that will look great for years to come.]]></description>
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		<title>Porch Trim Details for Strength and Style</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/sponsoredpost/2024/12/12/porch-trim-details-for-strength-and-style</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/sponsoredpost/2024/12/12/porch-trim-details-for-strength-and-style#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 08:23:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[doors]]></category>
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		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/sponsoredpost/2024/12/12/porch-trim-details-for-strength-and-style</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[See how Tyler Grace uses construction adhesive to achieve lasting, weatherproof porch trim details on the Loctite 2nd Chance House.]]></description>
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		<title>Guard Posts for Angled Deck Corners</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/11/14/guard-posts-for-angled-deck-corners</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/11/14/guard-posts-for-angled-deck-corners#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 16:15:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mike Guertin]]></dc:creator>
		<category><![CDATA[Decks]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Porches and Patios]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[deck framing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Nuts and Bolts]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Screws]]></category>
		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/11/14/guard-posts-for-angled-deck-corners</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Prescriptive codes don't address the connection at less common angles, so base the connection off more typical ones using bolts, structural screws, blocking, and steel tension ties.]]></description>
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		<title>How to Space and Install Pergola Rafters</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/how-to-space-and-install-pergola-rafters</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/how-to-space-and-install-pergola-rafters#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:00:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/how-to-space-and-install-pergola-rafters</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Jeremy Kassel offers expert tips for cutting and spacing rafters for a long-lasting pergola.]]></description>
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		<title>How to Lay Out Post Bases for a Pergola</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/how-to-lay-out-post-bases-for-a-pergola</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/how-to-lay-out-post-bases-for-a-pergola#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/how-to-lay-out-post-bases-for-a-pergola</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Learn how to build a strong foundation to make your pergola last longer.]]></description>
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		<title>Angle Bracing for a Pergola</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/angle-bracing-for-a-pergola</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/angle-bracing-for-a-pergola#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/angle-bracing-for-a-pergola</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Angle bracing enhances the visual appeal and durability of a pergola.]]></description>
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		<title>Raising and Bracing Pergola Posts</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/raising-and-bracing-pergola-posts</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/raising-and-bracing-pergola-posts#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:00:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/raising-and-bracing-pergola-posts</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[It's important to prepare pergola posts properly before raising them.]]></description>
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		<title>Building and Installing Pergola Beams</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/building-and-installing-pergola-beams</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/building-and-installing-pergola-beams#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:00:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/building-and-installing-pergola-beams</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Learn how to transform hemlock boards into durable beams for a long-lasting pergola.]]></description>
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		<title>Designing a Pergola</title>
		<link>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/designing-a-pergola</link>
		<comments>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/designing-a-pergola#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid>https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2024/10/18/designing-a-pergola</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Jeremy Kassel shares how to design and build a pergola step-by-step.]]></description>
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