Horizontal Railing on a Low Deck
Project Overview
Black horizontal railing installed around a low composite deck and its step at a white board-and-batten home with a bay window.
Analysis
The deck is close to grade with a short step, so a horizontal profile was chosen to keep the guard visually light against the white siding.
Process
Measure, fabrication, install in one day, and final alignment.
Outcome
A crisp, low-profile guard that finishes the deck without blocking light into the house.
Project Details
Materials Used
Black powder-coated aluminum posts and rails with flat horizontal bar infill, through-bolted bases with backing, stainless fasteners.
Methods & Techniques
Posts through-bolted to the deck framing, rails levelled around the perimeter, step section fabricated to pitch, penetrations sealed.
Key Highlights
Low-deck profile, horizontal bar infill, through-bolted bases, one-day install