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Decking for a 12×20 Deck

A 12×20 deck is 240 sq ft — about 36 pressure-treated boards (5.5"×16') plus 3 box of deck screws. Adjust board size below for composite or wider boards.

01 / YOUR MEASUREMENTSUpdate any value
Deck boards
36 boards
Deck area
240 sq ft
Decking boards
36 boards5.5"-wide × 16' PT, incl. 10% waste
Deck screws
3 boxes~840 screws (≈3.5/sq ft)
Decking cost (est.)
$840~$3.50/sq ft pressure-treated

Planning estimate. Adjust allowances and sample prices for your supplier; tax, delivery, and labor are not included.

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