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What Is a Floating Deck? Despite its name, a floating deck (AKA a ground-level or a freestanding deck) isn’t found on water. It’s actually a low-deck platform that can be placed anywhere in the yard.

If you've always dreamed of building your own deck, but were hesitant to tackle such a large, complicated construction project, we've got some good news. This Old House general contractor Tom Silva ...