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Choosing a Railing Style for Your Northern Virginia Deck

When designing your Northern Virginia deck, it may slip your mind that you must also consider the design of your deck railings! Available in a number of styles, patterns, and materials, deck railings can completely transform or complement your existing or new deck style. Read on for a description of several non-traditional deck railing styles you may choose for your Arlington, McLean, or Alexandria deck.

• A lattice-style deck railing, perfect for families with small children or pets, can enclose the deck while still allowing a nice breeze and views through wider-spaced spindles.
• A stainless steel deck railing brings a comntemporary look to a deck. Consider adding see-through panels below the railing to still ensure safety while allowing unobstructed views. What's more, stainless steel is incredibly durable and will not corrode.
• A curved deck railing can mimic a rolling landscape beyond your deck, while a prow-style deck railing mimics the look of standing at the front of a ship and affords an intimate, semi-circular seating area.
• A cedar or redwood decorative railing can feature square or turned spindles and posts.
• A starburst or sunburst deck railing, modeled after the shape of the sun's rays, can add visual depth and interest to your deck.
• Bronze and copper railings add a contemporary touch and will weather naturally, leaving a striking patina.

For more design tips and information on deck railings for your Northern Virginia deck, contact Deck Doctor LLC, the Northern Virginia deck specialist. Deck Doctor excels in deck design, repair, and construction and serves the entire Northern Virginia region.