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Straight (parallel) Deck Pattern

Straight parallel boards running perpendicular to the joists. The default, fastest, lowest-waste pattern — used on 78% of US residential decks per Houzz data.

1.00× labor vs straight7% waste16″ O.C. (standard)
Best for

DIY builders, tight budgets, narrow decks, traditional architecture, fast permit + build paths.

Watch-outs

Visually plainest pattern unless dressed up with a picture-frame border or contrasting color decking.

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