![]() ![]() With a few basic tools and some gumption, you could be installing a composite deck railing system that will last for a very long time. ![]() They come in kits complete with brackets and spindle holes already drilled in them. They create these products by combining wood and plastic through a complex process that ends up producing a very strong, light, and durable wood-like product.Ĭomposite systems can be expensive, but they’re incredibly easy to install. There are a lot of companies out there now developing their own composite decking product lines. While it’s difficult to find the materials to construct a 100 percent composite railing, the lion’s share of the railing design can be made of composite materials. If you’re looking for a low-maintenance deck railing design but you just don’t like the look of a metal railing, composite railings can be an excellent option that meets in the middle. A quick painting every ten years will keep a metal railing looking as good as it did when it was new, saving you money in the long run. They will last a lifetime with very minimal maintenance. ![]() They’re also a “buy once, cry once” investment. It’s unfair to say that metal railings are only expensive due to material and labor. Factor in the skills required to fabricate the railing and make it safe, and you’ll realize the rest of the cost lies there. Metal is a more expensive material than most wood, so you’ve got the material cost alone working against you. There are reasons for that, and they’ll make sense once we explain them. We won’t deny that the initial cost may be a little higher than you would pay for a standard wood deck railing. These railings can be painted in an array of colors, and they’re incredibly strong, so you never have to worry about the safety of your family or guests. One of the more traditional choices for railings on our list, a metal deck railing can make an awesome addition to the topside of a well-designed contemporary deck. If you’d like to see just how far you can push these glass panels, check out the video below to see what they can withstand. This is understandable glass is kind of a scary material. The first time anyone sees a glass railing, they’re concerned with the safety and strength it provides. The end result is an amazing, unobstructed view behind a strong, secure railing. There’s enough rigidity in these panels that they can be installed without posts. Small, barely noticeable brackets can secure panels side by side, while the included hardware can be used to secure the panels to the deck. While you can go the traditional route and install 4×4 posts every several feet, there are other options that create a nearly seamless glass deck railing. There are some really cool ways to install these glass panel systems. Fortunately, for those with an amazing backdrop, glass panels can be used in place of railings to create an open feel while still providing security and meeting local codes. When you’re lucky enough to have a great view from your deck, you don’t want to go covering it up or distracting from its splendor with an obtrusive metal deck railing. ![]() Keep in mind there are no hard and fast rules on this, so consider not just one deck railing idea but a few possible railing designs that you like and figure out what will look best for your deck. If you look through the following pictures, you will see railings that consist of only wood, a combination of wood and other materials, and even branches repurposed as railings. These railings can be painted or stained and then sealed. There are a wide variety of wood species suitable for outdoor use, the most popular being pressure-treated, redwood, cedar, and ipe. While the basic framework of your wooden deck should be built with inexpensive pressure-treated pine, you have some choices for wood railings. They can also be very intricate and formal, with top-tier wood species and hidden fasteners. They can be basic, built with dimensional 2×4 lumber for the top and bottom plates, and 2×2 wood spindles that you can purchase by the dozen. They’re seen on million-dollar wood deck railing creations and porches as well as basic builder-grade homes.Ī wood railing system is relatively inexpensive to build, depending on the species chosen, and is plenty strong to keep everyone top-side. These are the most common and typical railings. If you’re a traditional type of guy, a wood railing on your deck probably appeals to you. ![]()
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