Practical and occasionally required, railings are an important feature of your deck that shouldn’t be overlooked. A well-considered deck can complement your home’s architecture and innovative designs can add a lot to the look of your Vancouver yard. In today’s blog we will be looking at deck railing design and providing some innovative design considerations that can help you achieve the deck of your dreams.
Common Railing Materials
Aluminum
The advantages of aluminum are its sleek modern look, high durability, rust resistance and low maintenance requirements. Aluminum railing options are your best choice if you are looking for something tough, modern and low maintenance. The moisture resistance of aluminum is also great for Vancouver’s wet coastal climate.
Wood
Wood is a classic railing material that many choose for its natural beauty, warm appearance and design versatility as it can be stained and painted many different colors. You can also choose different types of wood for your railings with some of the most popular choices being pressure treated wood, fir or cedar.
Glass
A thoroughly modern railing design, glass railings give you the best possible view from your deck. They are the ideal choice for those who have a great yard they want to show off or an incredible view that they want to share.
Innovative Design Considerations
Modern vs. Classic
Generally, when you are choosing a look for your deck you are deciding between a classic or modern look. This matters as you will want to choose a deck style that compliments your home and its look. If you have a more traditional or historical home, an ultra-modern deck that makes use of aluminum and glass may look out of place. The same can be said for combining a classic looking deck with ornate posts and balusters with a sleek modern home, they two don’t really complement each other. You can also consider making some more unique choices like combining classical influences with modern materials, giving your railings a different and personalized look.
Color Considerations
When designing your deck railings, it is also important to consider what color you want your deck to be. Do you want your deck railing to really stand out, or do you want it to blend into the background? These are important questions to ask yourself when you are making choices about your deck railings. Color is also a great place to experiment with different looks that can really transform your deck and yard.
We hope that we have been able to show you some of the many options available to you when you design your deck railings. If you have any questions about deck railings or are interested in innovative railing designs, please feel free to contact us.
Deck Experts, based in Surrey, BC, are professional deck builders with a long track record of success. We offer free estimates and long warranties and can build or fix any deck around. If you have any questions about this article or would like to talk to us about decks, please call us at (604) 626-7100.
