Design & DIY Decks, Docks and Gazebos: Preventing rot and attaching joists By Cottage Life Published: October 21, 2015 Updated: January 2, 2025 share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Copy Link Cancel On Cottage Life TV’s Decks, Docks and Gazebos host Jason Lake takes on cottage upgrades, from rough planning to final construction. These one-of-a-kind projects include decks that capture a perfect view, docks with great lake access, and striking gazebos ideal for entertaining. In this exclusive video, Jason walks you through how to attach joists to your ledger board, and how to prevent your deck from rotting. Related Story Decks, Docks and Gazebos: Attaching a ledger board for a deck Related Story How to check your deck for rot