However, check in with your local building codes to confirm you’re hitting the correct requirements before starting.
Ready to dive intodesigning a deckand find the right railing for your space?
Here are 33 deck railing ideas to get you inspired.
Dorsey Designs
There’s no top board and the three horizontal rails are different sizes.
The boards are left natural while the posts are painted white.
This fresh new look will just require occasional repainting to keep it looking crisp.
Newly Woodwards
The railing is topped off with wooden boards, giving it a twist on just a regular white fence.
An old deck railing gets an upgrade by adding steel conduit which is used for the horizontal cable railings.
When it comes to maintenance, the cables will just have to be tightened occasionally.
Thrifty Decor Chick
This custom railing highlights the upper deck of this house.
Vertical metal bars as well as cables give it a modern look.
However, take note that this bang out of railing offers little privacy.
Grandma’s House DIY
Then horizontal wires are used to give the railing a sleek new look.
This is a great update that wouldn’t break the bank.
This railing is actually made out of PVC, making it a breeze to take care of.
Steel Pit Ironworks
It complements the surrounding pergola and the touch of lattice at the bottom brings it all together.
Here, rustic-looking wood is used for the posts in this deck railing.
Then comes the modern horizontal wires that stretch across the posts.
Dorsey Designs
It creates a wonderful space that combines the inside with the out.
It’s paired with a traditional handrail that leads you down the steps.
Its beautiful handmade look will add some real interest to your deck.
Liberty Fence
Built right onto the railing is a bar that faces the backyard.
Chairs at the bar give you a place to sit and enjoy the view.
This is a unique seating solution too if you’re looking for more space.
West Deck
This deck railing features metal handrails with vertical metal bars that give the space a modern look.
This is a sturdy railing that won’t be going anywhere.
Modernize your space with painted white horizontal boards for a clean look.
Wild Imaginations
It’s a look that keeps your space feeling light while keeping you out of sight of your neighbors.
The metal bars run vertically and are connected with metal posts.
The black railing pops against the house.
Peak Products
It also creates a great entertaining space that you’ll use for years.
The thin cables give enough room for the stunning view to come shining through.
The lower deck is large and spacious giving way to the upper deck.
Aztec Decks
Included here is a bar that lays on top of the handrail.
There are twodeck colorsused in this deck railing making it visually appealing.
There are white posts and then black metal handrails with vertical bars for a classic look.
Steel Pit Ironworks
They contrast one another, which adds a visually interesting aspect to deck.
The color blends in with the deck and the furniture, creating a monochromatic, modern look.
The deck railing is a square design made up of wires, which has a rustic, farm-inspired look.
Trex
The handrail and posts are made from wood.
It’s feels simple and casual, but with a sleek spin.
The deck railing mirrors the lattice installed on the bottom of the deck.
Fortress Building Products/Stone Ridge Decking
It is a classic look that you’ll enjoy for years to come.
Because the cables are so thin, there’s a continuous flow from the deck into the yard.
Keeping it classic and looking clean is the key here.
Key Link Railing
White aluminum makes up the posts and the vertical bars that go across.
It’s a fresh look that breathes new life into your existing railings.
Clear glass is used to face the backyard while frosted glass is used on the side railings toadd privacy.
Envision Outdoor Living
The end posts are in white, giving everything a clean look.
It wraps all the way around the deck, continuing the same materials for the handrails.
It’s a sleek look that connects the deck to the yard.
A Beautiful Mess
Thin cables are used to stretch across the end posts.
The cables are so thin that it doesn’t distract from the view of the beautiful backyard.
The slats are close together, enveloping the space in a serene wood paneling.
Barrette Outdoor Living
These railings could easily be recreated in vinyl for a low-maintenance look.
Aluminum and stainless steel are popular options thanks to their low-maintenance nature.
The most expensive deck railing is typically glass panels.
Tschida Construction
Wood is inexpensive to install, but maintenance may add up over the years.
Vinyl and composite railings are typically the easiest to install, even as a DIY project.
Fortress Building Products/Stone Ridge Decking
Key Link Railing
Green Oasis
Green Oasis
Envision Outdoor Living Products
Wild Hog Products
Big Yeti Builders
Home Well You
CMN Developers
Montestar Railings
Artisan Deck and Design
Hardrock Consulting
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