I have diligently read most all threads I could find trying not to ask redundant questions, but still have a few... Decided on PT lumber for frame. 16x20' dock using plan from Dock Builders, their hardware & floats. OK, I am going to ask sawmill in Sanger about cypress for deck( it will be too expensive), Should I use 5/4 PT deck(16" oc frame) or 2x6"s(on 24"oc) saving extra joists & hardware? Is the 5/4PT better quality than 2x6"PT as far as warpage or am I going to get bad pieces anyway. Do you build with the stuff green or not. Use stainless steel screws(square or torque)? Wait to apply stains? Use all the different topical treatment solutions before staining? Would like imput from folks who have done this before cause I sure as heck haven't. Oh yea, have some used & new Trex if anyone wants it as I decided against it for deck..
