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Which Deck Railing Designs Will You Choose

Wed 17 Jan 2007 - 08:57

Which Deck Railing Designs Will You Choose
By Andrew Caxton

When it comes to creating the perfect home deck railings, there are hundreds of designs to choose from. The Railings are generally the most important part of the deck and so you really need to ensure that in order to create that perfect look, you choose the perfect design.

Getting the Design Just Right

When it comes to choosing the design of the railings, it is important to realize that you do not have to match the design of the deck with the railings. For example, you could choose a base which is made of wood due to the fact that it is durable. However, you may wish to have an iron railing. As long as it looks OK it shouldn't really matter but a lot of the time people feel it looks too odd sot hey do choose a matching design and material.

Generally deck railings go well on the porch and before you install anything you need a porch railing plan. You need to take measurements, figure out which style you would like to achieve. Do you want a particular pattern for example flowers or an animal of some sorts? Try and find something which matches your personality.

Sometimes the best material to go for and a good deck railing design include the stainless steel cable railing. For this type of a railing a stainless steel top is used but instead of using balusters like most railings do, cables are used instead. Glass balusters are also quite commonly used and they tend to add a touch of sophistication to the railings.

If you really want to add something a little more special, flower boxes may be a good idea. They make the railings more welcoming and they also add a touch of elegance too. There are various different accessories to choose from and some can add a classic look to the railings whilst others look a little more modern.

Overall it is always better to create a plan of action beforehand. So, if you are choosing the railings for the porch create a porch railing plan. It is important to write down everything that you need to know before going on a search for the perfect materials and accessories. Include all measurements, what theme you are going for i.e. modern, contemporary, and what material you would prefer.

It might take a little shopping around but you should find something to suit your deck railing needs eventually.

Andrew Caxton is a journalist who has written more articles and newsletters on the subject for http://www.deck-porch-railings.com . A free online magazine that carries articles on railing designs, and a guide on railing styles here railing designs

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