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Materials for a 8x12 deck
8x12 ft deck (96 ft²) · 26 rows of 8 ft boards, 5.5 in wide, 10% waste
8x12 deck materials
| Item | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deck boards (5.5 in) | 29 | 26 rows x 1 board(s), 8 ft |
| Joists (16 in centers) | 7 | 12 ft long |
| Deck screws | 383 | ~2 boxes of 350 |
| Joist hangers (if ledger-attached) | 12 | Two per joist, one at each end where used |
Surface material and joists only - beams, posts, footings, ledger flashing and railings are extra. Check local code and span tables.
Boards by board width
| Board | Rows | Boards, no waste | With 10% waste |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/4 x 6 or 2 x 6 (5.5 in) | 26 | 26 | 29 |
| 2 x 4 (3.5 in) | 40 | 40 | 44 |
| 2 x 8 (7.25 in) | 20 | 20 | 22 |
FAQ
How many deck boards do I need for a 8x12 deck?
With 5.5 inch wide boards and a 1/8 inch gap, a 8x12 deck has 26 rows. Using 8 ft boards that is 26 boards, or about 29 with a 10% waste allowance.
How many joists for a 8x12 deck?
With joists spanning 12 ft at 16 inch centers you need 7 joists (plus a rim joist at each end and doubled joists where your design needs them). At 12 inch centers: 9.
How many screws for a 8x12 deck?
About 383 deck screws (two per board-joist crossing plus 5%), or roughly 2 boxes of 350.
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