Looking to upgrade your back yard? Well we've got 6 simple deck designs, but built in beautifully landscaped yards. These decks aren't just about functionality; they're about creating a vibe, a mood. Imagine stepping out to a space that blends seamlessly with the outdoors, where the boundaries between inside and outside blur. A place for morning coffees or to have dinner outdoors. These decks all use simple landscaping materials such as pavers, stone & rock to incorporate your deck into your yard by building pathways and garden beds around the deck itself. When using TuffBlock deck bl ..read more

? Exciting News from BuildTuff! ? We are thrilled to announce that BuildTuff has officially joined the Brisbane Bullets family as the club's Decking Partner! ? At BuildTuff, we take immense pride in our Australian roots and the role we play in various industries, including DIY, home improvement & plumbing. We've experienced incredible growth thanks to our commitment to innovation and a dedication to providing the best solutions for our customers. ? Just like the Bullets, innovation is at the heart of our ethos. We are always on the lookout for inventive ways to design, develop, and manufa ..read more

If you’re using deck blocks then an important first step when creating your list of materials is to work out exactly how many you need for your project.  Before we delve into any specifics, let’s first cover the main factors that affect our calculations:    What are the dimensions of your project?  What size lumber are you using?   What are your joist centres?  Which direction are your cross joists?  Is your project raised or is it a ground level deck?   1. The dimensions of your project  This one is pretty self-explanatory, but so ..read more

Creating a stable foundation is arguably the most important step when building a floating deck. In this blog post, we will go through all the steps needed to prepare your ground when using deck blocks as the foundation for your deck. By properly ensuring these steps are followed, you will provide a firm foundation on which the deck blocks will sit extending its lifespan for years to come. Step 1: Measure the Area The first step in preparing the ground for a deck is to measure the area where you plan to build it. Measure the length and width of the area, and make sure that it is level and clea ..read more

Using TuffBlocks to build a deck on a concrete slab is one of the easiest ways to revolutionise your outdoor space. Even if you are building on uneven concrete, TuffBlocks are a simple foundation solution, whether you’re a DIY newbie or a seasoned building professional. Let’s run through how to build a timber deck on concrete. Before you get building Let’s quickly cover what you’ll need before you start building a deck on concrete. Time A weekend or two will usually be enough to complete a deck build like this. However, with any project, build time varies depending on your skillset ..read more

A Plastic Footing that supports 1,700 lbs! Could a piece of plastic replace traditional concrete footings? When building a deck, traditionally the builder will dig footings and pour concrete for the foundation. Another method for low profile decks is concrete blocks that can be placed directly on the ground. Now, there are new products hitting the market that are making deck installs quicker and easier. One of those products is called TuffBlock: an instant foundation system made of recycled polymers. TuffBlock footings only weigh 1.5 lbs but can support 1,700 lbs! According to TuffB ..read more

A deck pier block is in many ways just a simplified version of a “precast foundation”, a foundation type recognised by building codes. They’re subject to all the same requirements as a typical  footing, regardless of not being cast-in-place. They must have a sufficient bearing area (the area of the block that sits on the earth) and be a minimum of 30 centimetres (12-inches) below grade, or below the local frost depth. They cannot, however, be simply placed at grade level. The connection of the deck support post to the blocks is not consistently regulated throughout the country. Some regio ..read more