Green Shield’s deck framing is built with only premier deck materials. Our deck beams are #1 grade KDAT lumber carefully selected for the best performance. In addition to installing regular deck beams to code, Green Shield offers engineered beam solutions that allow for longer distances between posts for our Green Shield walkout packages.
Deck Beams
Deck beams are an essential part of every deck frame. A deck beam runs horizontally and is a key to securing a deck's joists and transferring weight to the deck posts. Properly installed beams provide the stability needed for a deck that lasts. There are lots of different beam options and materials available in the deck industry. Your deck builder should be able to select the correct beam to achieve the desired effect on your project. Be sure to ask about code compliant building practices for best results and safety.
Green Shield Deck Beams are Built to last.
The Green Shield Difference
"Code compliance and safety are top priorities at Green Shield Deck Builders. Every deck beam is carefully chosen to make sure your deck frame lasts a lifetime."
- Adam Rought,
CEO & Founder
Built with #1 Grade KDAT Lumber
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Green Shield integrated deck beams make our Walkout Package possible.
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Elevate the Look of Your Deck
Green Shield premier pre-stained Gray and Brown KDAT beams deliver engineered structural stability. For projects requiring a specific aesthetic, optional custom color matching is available to bring a homeowner's vision to life.
Green Shield Decks Built With KDAT Beams
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Built to last a lifetime. KDAT deck beams allow Green Shield decks to remain level and structurally safe forever.
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Hazelwood Deck Featuring an Ash Gray Picture Frame
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Tigerwood Deck Featuring Tropical Walnut Picture Frame, and Black Baluster Lighted Rail
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301 Sq. Ft. Brazilian Cherry deck featuring Black Baluster Railing
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263 Sq. Ft. Tropical Walnut deck featuring Black Baluster Railing
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437 Sq. Ft. Amazon Gray deck featuring Black Baluster Railing
Kalamazoo, MI437 Sq. Ft. Amazon Gray deck featuring Black Baluster Railing
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Second Floor Amazon Gray Deck Design Plan
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Two-tiered Tropical Walknut Deck Featuring White Baluster Rails
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Frequently Asked Questions
Green Shield Deck Beams
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Using an integrated engineered beam allows Green Shield to space deck posts further apart. Typical deck posts per code are required every 10 feet. An integrated beam extends the distance between posts up to 19 feet.
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Yes! Green Shield engineers the industry’s premier multi-level decks, specialized for even the most difficult terrain. As America’s #1 deck builder, the company delivers reliably engineered solutions that transform steep or uneven landscapes into high-performance outdoor living spaces.
By combining proprietary rice hull composite with a dedicated in-house permitting team, every multi-level build is a 5-star, high-quality investment designed to maximize your property's potential while meeting all local code requirements.
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Yes. Green Shield engineers premier walkout decks in both traditional and specialized Walkout Package styles. While traditional designs reliably meet all code requirements to extend your living space, the Green Shield Walkout Package offers a high-performance upgrade.
By utilizing an integrated beam to increase under-deck clearance and reducing the total number of posts, this package opens up your view and maximizes usable space below. Ask your Deck Designer how this reliably engineered upgrade can elevate your high-quality outdoor investment.
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Green Shield engineers America’s #1 inland lake decks, specialized to withstand high-moisture environments. With a premier range of colors and high-performance railing styles, every project is reliably engineered to complement the homeowner’s aesthetic while providing a 5-star, low-maintenance outdoor living space built for the waterfront.
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Yes! Green Shield is known for handling permits for every project. Year round, our permitting department works with local municipalities to make sure your deck is safe, up to local ordinances, and inside your property lines. Permits can be a headache for homeowners and can cost $1000 or more on top of construction costs. Green Shield includes the cost of permitting in our flat rate quote, giving homeowners peace of mind.