Domino for deck- completed

[TracksawTravis]

Lowes sent me a stack of non-grooved Trex decking; but, rather than return it for the grooved stuff, I used it as an excuse to buy a Domino and make my own "grooves" (so I could use the hidden fasteners I had purchased).  So after about a thousand mortises and some sore forearms I ended up with this (and a Domino!!!).  I tried a slot cutter and considered other types of fasteners; however, I'm glad I went this route because it's a very clean appearance and a solid connection.

The railing was fun to build using my new Domino.  Now it's time to enjoy a few cold ones and grill a steak... And start on some patio furniture with the leftover Ipe!

End table completed

 

[adsjoin]

Nice job, but what are those yellow things on the decking  [eek] I've still got a few myself, slowly turning green!  [big grin]

 

[WoodWhisperer]

Nice job! I've been trying to justify a domino but haven't  been able to yet! I will get there some day I hope!

 

[Kevin D.]

Which deck fastener were you using?

 

[TracksawTravis]

Which deck fastener were you using?

I used the Trex fasteners, really only because I had already purchased them.  If I had to it again I would have went with the FastenMaster Tiger Claw system- I've heard good things.

I'm making the railing with Ipe, using Dominos and I'll post pics of the process soon.

 

[TracksawTravis]

I started the railing project, using Ipe that I bought from some guy on Craigslist.  The hand rail and the bottom rail will be T shaped, then black, 26" balusters in between.  I ripped all the pieces with the TS75, cut to length with the Kapex, and using 8mm sipo dominos (and Gorilla glue).  Is it just me or is Gorilla glue a pain to work with?  Is it easier to wipe clean or chisel after?

Any suggestions on the project would be helpful!

 

[semenza]

Nice deck, Travis.

Belated welcome to the forum.  [smile]

That dog is  kinda  freaking me out man.  [huh]

Seth

 

[Kevin D.]

Nice deck, Travis.

Belated welcome to the forum.  [smile]

That dog is  kinda  freaking me out man.  [huh]

Seth

Either Seth or that dog didn't listen to the warnings over the PA and took the brown acid from the Neil Young concert.  [eek]

Rust Never Sleeps!  [big grin]

 

[TracksawTravis]

First section of railing complete.  The Ipe, or Brazilian walnut, is hell on drill bits; but, it makes for a sturdy railing!  My mini me Max snuck in for the photo. [big grin]

 

[Acrobat]

Great job on the deck, looks fabulous.
And your dog pic is sooo funny, luv it!

 

[Birdhunter]

Having just completed 8 Ipe benches, I really appreciate what you did with the deck and the Ipe railings. Nice work.

What do you feed that dog, LSD laced kibbles?