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About Eugene Clayton
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Expertise
I would be happy to answer any question reguarding the construction of decks, composites verses natural materials, structure support systems,railing applications,stair design, how to figure stairs etc.. Pretty much anything that has to do with decks and or porches.

Experience
I have been in the construction industry for over 26 years including new home construction, custom deck and screen porches. Most of my expertise is from framing custom homes for over 20 years. I now own and opperate a very successful custom deck and screen porch company in Atlanta Ga. Along with my Brother.

Education/Credentials
High school graduate

   

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Moving a 14'x13' Deck7/18/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: We were given an above ground pool and deck. We have the pool set-up, but now we face the problem ...
  A: I would look at simpson strong tie website and see if they have a hanger that will work to reattach ...
Deck Painting7/17/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: I need help! As a woman, I feel I am often taken advantage of by contractors, especially since ...
  A: Every once in a while we come across a job that is hard to bid, way too many variables, so in order ...
New Screened in Porch7/16/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: I had my deck converted to a Screened In Porch. Pressure Treated wood was used. It was painted ...
  A: If you use the right paint, you should not have a problem. Depending on where your live is how often ...
Azek Pergola7/16/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: I'd like to build a pergola out of Azek cellular PVC so I won't have to worry about paint peeling ...
  A: Some structural PVC and fiberglass products are reinforced with aluminum inside because it is very ...
Deck/Sunroom7/16/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: I recently bought a house with a sunroom attached to the house and next to that a deck. It looks to ...
  A: It certainly sounds as if you do have some settlement going on here. Also, it seems as if the ...
Deck Painting7/16/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: I need help! As a woman, I feel I am often taken advantage of by contractors, especially since ...
  A: I really am not an expert in painting to be honest, But I know you use a oil base primer ( white) as ...
Deck Painting7/15/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: I need help! As a woman, I feel I am often taken advantage of by contractors, especially since ...
  A: Sorry to hear about your deck project, good contractors are hard to find.My company prides itself on ...
Pergola7/14/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: We are going to build a pergola and want to go with a wood type structure. Our question is do you ...
  A: Marine treated lumber will hold up longer when exposed all year round without sealing. Cedar will ...
corner fence7/13/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: I have a backyard spa and my yard backs onto a busy highway. I would like to build a 2 panel corner ...
  A: Good morning Ray, If any way possible use 4x4 posts and set them in the ground with concrete. If ...
fence7/13/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: I have a spa in my back yard which backs onto a busy highway and would like to build a section of ...
  A: You can pour concrete footers and use metal post brackets to secure the 4x4's. If you use screws and ...
TOOLS7/11/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: Which brand and which type of air nailer would you recommend that has multiple uses?
  A: My favorite is a old style Hitachi, lite and fires fast. Only problem 500-600 bucks. What we use ...
Fence staining7/11/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: Good afternoon, Dan I have several questions to ask regarding staining a wooden fence. I bought a ...
  A: I like One Time Wood's deck stain or sealer products. They recommend 7 to 8 years before reapplying. ...
Fence staining7/11/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: Good afternoon, Mike I have several questions to ask regarding staining a wooden fence. I bought a ...
  A: So much depends on where you live and how much shade, sun and humidity affects the wood. You will be ...
footings for deck7/9/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: I'm building a free standing deck that will be seven in. above the ground in the front and with the ...
  A: If you need to go in the ground, you may try a jackhammer attachment to get through the rock and ...
Deck footers7/8/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: I have to replace my deck as it is rotting (20+ years old). It's 17x20, about 17" high. An ...
  A: Codes are different from county to city to county. But I would recommend you dig footers and pour ...
remove pea gravel on patio floor7/8/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: I live in a 20-year old villa that has a pea gravel patio floor and pea gravel on the porch and ...
  A: Now that is a bird of a different feather altogether, Epoxy is very strong if applied correctly, ...
Deck7/7/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: I am a first time home owner, I do not know anything. please assist me in the proper way to clean, ...
  A: The start is to clean the deck as thoroughly as possible. A pressure washer works great for this. ...
Pergola7/7/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: Hi -- Do you have experience or thoughts on the possibility of constructing a perglola using ...
  A: I personally have not built a composite pergola but I have seen it done.You can purchase composite ...
Roof over existing deck7/6/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: We have a 12 ft. deck that is cantilevered 2 ft.and want to add a porch roof and screen in. The ...
  A: It really depends on your roof weight and the type of flooring you are going to use. Standard wall ...
sealing decks7/6/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: just a quick question. how many coats of sealant is optimal for decks after getting the power ...
  A: You would not need to pressure wash again if the deck is still clean. Applying two coats initially ...
sealing decks7/5/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: just a quick question. how many coats of sealant is optimal for decks after getting the power ...
  A: It needs to pretty dry before applying a water seal. I have always used a quality product like ...
porch floor construction7/1/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: Eugene, I am building a cabin and am ready to build the porch floor. The porch roof is supported by ...
  A: 1.) I would use 2x10 as the ledger and rim and 2x8 as the joists. In such a small span 2x8 is plenty ...
staining deck7/1/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: is it beter to use a roller or brush to stain a deck, my deck has been staines once already and is ...
  A: Difficult to give sensible advice without being able to physically see your problem. At least the ...
Deck posts/ footings6/30/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: I have what I hope is a more easily solvable problem with a concrete post I've poured to support a ...
  A: Good afternoon, Devin As I was reading your question, the answer I came up with was what you had ...
Hardware-post6/30/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: I have an elevated wooden deck. I need to set the posts for the railing. I need some kind of heavy ...
  A: I do not know of any hardware designed for this application. The best way to attach your 4" x 4" ...
concrete deck with pagoda6/29/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: We are looking to put in a concrete patio and would like to add to it a pagoda type covering in one ...
  A: You can use a fiberglass or composite posts that will not rot or be eaten by bugs. If you buy ...
untreated lumber6/29/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: I'm a contractor and just replaced rail caps (2x4's) with untreated lumber. I've stained them with 2 ...
  A: I don't mind interrupting my on line pool game but I am on a winning streak. Just kidding. The ...
Roof over an existing deck6/25/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: Mike, I am wanting to add a shingled roof over an existing deck. The Deck is 6 foot above the ground ...
  A: If I was building your roof I would put a 4x4 in each corner and one in the middle of the 14' span. ...
Pergola over deck--high off ground6/25/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: Eugene, My wife and I would like to put a freestanding Pergola over our deck. The deck is 8ft off ...
  A: I would assume the deck has a hand rail. Try and incorporate the posts into the hand rail, if you ...
Which deck stain/base-coat is the best? Need priming 1st?6/25/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: I just power-washed my deck in preparation for putting on good coating(s) so it can be as durable as ...
  A: I have to admit I do have a problem with any kind of deck staining/painting. I have always used a ...
Which is the best coating and how many?6/25/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: I just power-washed my deck in preparation for putting on good coating(s) so it can be as durable as ...
  A: That is the best process but most people powerwash then do a one or two coat sealer/stain and are ...
Replacing a screen in a wood porch6/25/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: Owen: I am refinishing a western red cedar deck that is 5 years old.. The deck has a screened-in ...
  A: This is right up my street as I have installed miles of screen material using every kind of ...
Replacing a screen in a wood porch6/25/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: Clayton: I am refinishing a western red cedar deck that is 5 years old.. The deck has a ...
  A: On all our screen porches we have custom made screens made to fit the openings.Install stop ...
decking material6/24/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: Mr. Clayton. Back in April I asked you about your thoughts on using a composite material (Trex or ...
  A: Andy!! Lets see, I personally like the new yellow wood. In my area Ga. Our Lowes has green wood , ...
Installing railing posts6/24/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: I am about to install the railings on a deck using notched posts. My concern is that after carving ...
  A: We do it all the time only we do 1 3/4 " exactly 1/2 of the post. You can install the posts with a 5 ...
Installing railing posts6/24/2008Dan Donavin
  Q: I am about to install the railings on a deck using notched posts. My concern is that after carving ...
  A: It is stable when you run two 5/8 bolts to attach them to the deck and run the handrails connecting ...
Installing railing posts6/24/2008Michael J. Owen
  Q: I am about to install the railings on a deck using notched posts. My concern is that after carving ...
  A: Depending on your particular application, it is not necessary to cut that much out of the posts. ...
deck supports6/24/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: We are building a deck near a river and the ground is usually wet and moving. The question I have is ...
  A: I don't think I follow you what is a floating footing? I once built a deck near a creek that flooded ...
decking material6/24/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: Mr. Clayton. Back in April I asked you about your thoughts on using a composite material (Trex or ...
  A: Andrew good to hear from you again, I love the way cedar smells when its cut, and the way it looks ...
adding wooden railing to brick porch6/24/2008Eugene Clayton
  Q: What is the best way to design and secure a wooden railing(there is no railing now)to a brick porch? ...
  A: Good afternoon Kathy, To achieve the most attractive look use 2x4 as a nailer attached to the brick ...

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