[Train78]

Hello there. I have a concrete pation on brick. I wanted to cover in composite decking. I wanted to cut off the rod iron railing amd replace with wood 4x4 then viynl railing. I was also gonna put down spacers and sleepers before the decking.

Wanted to get some thoughts on this.

Also, could I cover the brick with white composite board or does it need to have some air flow?

Thanks

 

[Nealtw]

How far do you step down from the door and if you have steps up to this they will also need changing?

 

[Train78]

No steps - about 7 to 8 inches

 

[Nealtw]

No steps - about 7 to 8 inches

The biggest problem is air flow with the newer treated lumber. You would want to set it on hockey pucks or something and over hang it a few inches for a little air flow And protect the top of the framing.



I would just pile some gravel up against the bottom of the brick and put a paint grade skirt around it and the brick would be out of sight.

 

[Train78]

I was think about putting this over the brick.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Veranda...rsible-Cellular-PVC-Fascia-H120WWS2/203733425

 

[Nealtw]

Sure. that would work

 

[Train78]

Could i put right on brick?

Or use a space/shim to get some air back there?
Thanks