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I want to install a new decked area this coming spring that will
replace part of an existing lawn. I don't want to have to step up onto
it so would like to build it so that it sits completely flush with the
adjacent lawned area. My guess is that I will need to excavate to a
certain depth, pour footings and then backfill with gravel over a
weed-proof membrane. Any thoughts or suggestions re things I might be
missing?

thank you

c
THink you have just about covered most eventualities, except perhaps the
growth habit of grass spreading sideways over the edge of the decking,
perhaps lay a line of blocks around edge of decking to enable a straight
edge to the lawn to be cut.
AS long as top of blocks are level with grass and decking there will be no
change in level, and leave clean lines.
regards
Cineman
As an afterthought this would be a good idea for wheelchair access and
disability access.