Metal Deck Railing
Metal deck railing can offer you a maintenance free solution for your railing. Typically when one thinks of metal deck railing, it's aluminum, or a powder coating finish but did you know that stainless steel can be a stunning option?
I would like to share with you a metal railing system that has caught my eye and imagination for the range of deck rail designs possible. Maybe it's something for your situation.
SunRail System - Clean, Modern Metal Deck Railing
For a modern railing system on patios or decks, especially commercial adaptations, the SunRail system is high quality. All the fittings are flush mounted, polished and brushed for a super finish.
It's a modular system for easy installation but can be customized to your desire. No hassles of welding and polishing on site.
Railing Lighting That is Built In
Another nice aspect to this system is the option of adding a low voltage LED lighing system to accent the railing at night.
It's a really nice touch but totally consistent with all the other little things which show the makers have left no details forgotten.
Indoor Railing - Goes Well Inside Too
And this is the last aspect to this metal railing that I like is that it also goes very well in contemporary homes looking for a modern appearance. Learn more..
Atlantis Rail Systems - Metal Deck Railing at its Best
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This is an example of what stainless steel railing stiles (balusters) can look like with a traditional deck railing design.
These balusters are set into a natural wood finish top and bottom rails which contrast ever so nicely with the clean white railing posts. This would look timeless on a variety of architecture and timeless in durability. Learn more...
You can also dress it down a bit and mix and match the railing stiles with a common pressure treated wood railing design as shown in this photo.
This creates a multitude of creativity for building railings that uniquely compliment your home or business with peace of mind that annual maintenance will be minimal. Learn more...
Ocean View Homes - Salt Air Environment
Here is another interesting option if you live near the ocean. These stainless steel railing sections are a final solution if you really don't want to ever worry about corrosion again.
These slim pickets still allow for an open airy feeling and good sight lines. Learn more...
Stainless Steel Cable Railings - Classic or Rugged Looks
You've seen cable metal railings, either vertical or horizontal but the hardware and connectors for this stainless system are really impressive. Read the product specifications in this manual.
Some real thought has gone into the deck rail design and details of this railing product line. And that's what I like it and why I decided to mention it on the site. Learn more...
But you can also create horizontal cable railings for a completely different look that fits really with in the rugged outdoors.
How's this for a back to nature kind of look. Keep in mind horizontal metal deck railings are not always allowed in residential applications (consult your building code) but it gives you a nice deck railing design possibility.
Stainless steel can take a metal deck railing system to the next level when it comes to durability. Essentially the steel components are maintenance free. The only components that will require maintenance are the wood top rails and posts where they make contact with wood on wood. Learn more...
A Long Lasting Marriage...
But take metal deck railings like this and incorporate it with the Titan Post Anchor System that makes wood deck railing posts rot free by elevating them the deck surface and you have two of the best deck building products on the market today to combat the elements yet score high on appearances.