The Best Deck Railing Options for DIYers
If you’re a DIYer, building your dream outdoor living space brings a proud sense of accomplishment. But before the building process can start, you need to find the right materials that match your style and vision.
Out of all the materials for an outdoor living space, choosing the right deck railing can be tricky. Installation difficulty varies depending on what railing material and infill you choose. Brand is important too: Envision Outdoor Living Products, for example, makes the process easier with convenient kitting and packaging that ensures you have everything you need and clear instructions to follow.
Let’s take a look at some of the best deck railing options for DIYers.
A210 Aluminum Deck Railing with Square Balusters
For any DIYer looking for a deck railing that has classic beauty and unrivaled strength, our A210 Aluminum Railing is a great choice. The powder-coat finish offers protection from the elements, and the railing sports an elegant design. While this railing comes with six infill options, we recommend square aluminum balusters for DIYers that want a less technical installation.
With our A210 Aluminum Railing, you can expect user-friendly installation instructions, including a template that eliminates the need to measure for bracket placement. One of the reasons why this option has a straightforward installation is because all three rails in-between each post need to be cut to the same length.
If you want to see the installation process in action, click here for a quick walkthrough video.
CP310 Composite Deck Railing with Square Balusters
If you’re looking for a more modern look, composite deck railing is definitely worth considering. Our Fairway CP310 composite railing is low maintenance and is designed with a durable core that won’t twist, rot, or splinter. Plus, its larger profile adds a little more privacy to the entire outdoor living space.
Just like the A210 railing option, square balusters are the easiest infill to install with the CP310 system. Square balusters are one of the most user-friendly deck railing infills to install; outside of cutting the rails to fit between the posts, most of the installation process is just assembly and tightening.
If your outdoor living space will have stairs, the CP310 deck railing install process will follow similar steps that adjust for the level change. See it in action here.
V215 Vinyl Railing with Aluminum Balusters
Our V215 vinyl railing is a nice choice for DIYers looking to use their outdoor living space for hosting guests. This deck railing is modified with a deck board drink rail, adding a little more convenience and style all at once. To attach the drink rail, you’ll install a hidden bracket system that provides a sleek look.
Once the top rail is installed, two aluminum mounting plates are placed at quarter points. From there, the instructions will walk you through screwing the drink board into place. It’s also important to note that Fairway has bracket adapters available if the deck railing has a 45-degree angle built into the design.
One More Deck Railing Tip for DIYers
It’s essential for any DIYer building an outdoor living space to know the building code and permit requirements for the area before you install any deck railing system. Local deck building codes can often be found on the city government’s website. Many cities have specific requirements for deck railing due to the level of safety it adds to the space.
They can directly impact the installation process, such as determining how far apart each post needs to be from another.
Envision Has Deck Railing That’s Different by Design
Help your outdoor living project stand out with deck railing that is Different by Design. With one of the largest collections of railing to choose from, you’ll have no problem finding the perfect match for your style. Explore our deck visualizer to find the look you want and keep your outdoor living project moving by requesting a quote today.
