Deck Framing for a 10×12 Deck
Framing a 10×12 deck takes about 8 joists (16" OC), a doubled beam and ledger along 10', 3 posts, and 8 joist hangers. Change the span and spacing below.
Joists needed
8 joists
Joists
8 pieces12' span at 16" on-center
Beam & ledger
30 lin ftdoubled beam + ledger along 10'
Posts
3 posts6×6 PT, ~8' spacing
Joist hangers
8 each
Framing cost (est.)
$386lumber + hardware, excl. footings
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How this is calculated
Mulch volume = bed area × depth. We convert cubic feet to cubic yards for bulk delivery and to 2-cu-ft bags for the bagged option, so you can compare cost both ways.