Types of Deck Railing Tuesday February 11, 2025

4 Types of Fairway Deck Railing

As you start planning or building your next outdoor living project, you have to decide between the different types of deck railing at some point. You can choose from wood, aluminum, composite, and many other materials. Our Fairway Railing Collection offers four primary materials and a straightforward process for choosing the perfect deck railing for your deck project. Join us as we explore our railing and our new guide on how to select the right one for your home or deck project.

Enhance Your Outdoor Space with the Fairway Railing Collection

For over twenty years, we have been manufacturing deck and porch railings that offer homeowners, contractors, and builders a product that combines style, craftsmanship, and safety. We have decided to rebrand our deck and porch railings to include more versatility options and a streamlined naming system that is easy to understand while continuing to craft railings that are a perfect blend of design versatility, precision craftsmanship, and adherence to the highest safety standards.

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Aluminum

Our Designer Aluminum Railing is one of the most popular types of deck railing on the market, and it’s no surprise why. It’s one of the most durable options, able to withstand harsh weather conditions, and won’t rust, splinter, or warp over time. While being strong, it’s also lightweight, making it easier to handle for installation compared to other materials. The AAMA 2604 powder-coated finish gives the railing superior protection for your home against Mother Nature, pets, and children.

Not only does choosing our Designer Aluminum provide extreme durability, but it also offers tons of versatility. Six infill options, three color choices, and accessory options like lighting, gates, and a drink rail meet nearly any aesthetic you can dream up.

Designer aluminum is durable, requires little maintenance, and is DIY-friendly. Our friends at Stud Pack are huge fans of this deck railing system and our horizontal baluster infill. Check out their video to see why this infill is a great option for your next deck project.

Black aluminum deck railing on a balcony deck in Colorado.

Steel

Modern Steel Railing delivers ease with pre-welded, fully assembled rail panels that install in minutes, making it a top choice for pros and DIYers alike. Like our aluminum railing, Modern Steel features a powder-coated finish for increased durability and minimal maintenance, allowing homeowners to enjoy their space more. Its versatile design lets these pre-assembled panels integrate seamlessly as infill for vinyl, composite, or wood constructions. If you love entertaining, you’ll appreciate the integrated drink holder option that adds functionality to your outdoor gatherings.

Steel deck railing on an outdoor living space.

Composite

If you want to mimic the look and feel of real wood, composite railing is the right choice for you and is a long-lasting material. Perfect for extreme weather conditions in any climate, you won’t have to worry about twisting, rotting, or splintering like you would with real wood. Plus, composite is extremely low-maintenance, and the color you select is designed to hold up for long-term use, with no refinishing necessary. Larger profile rails and post covers make composite railing an excellent option for those wanting more privacy compared to other profiles.

With two composite railing options, you are sure to find the perfect rail to complement your deck. Let’s explore these options below.  

Designer Composite Deck Railing

The natural charm of this classic composite railing makes it the perfect option for those who want to customize. Not only do you get the choice between five different infills, but you also have the feature of a two-piece top rail, which is ideal for in-rail lighting. Plus, you get the option to customize your space even further with a drink rail and multiple post cap options, and the option of adding a gate.

Influencer Astra Spanbauer used our Designer Composite Railing, see what she says about her experience with our products.

Traditional Composite Deck Railing

The Tri-Layer Technology™ in our Traditional Composite Railing features a composite foam technology process that gives it a thicker profile than other vinyl and PVC products. The outer layer is made from durable cab stock, the inner layer is innovative composite wood, and the interior layer is formulated for impact resistance, offering a sturdy base and protective layer.

We recently expanded our options to include Round Aluminum Baluster, Horizontal Baluster, Glass Slats, and Cable infills.

Black composite decking railing on an outdoor living space.

Vinyl

If you’re searching for a versatile and affordable classic-looking railing, vinyl is the solution for you. Lightweight and easy to work with, vinyl is perfect for nearly any project. With our selection of rail styles, colors, infills, and aluminum core throughout the top and bottom rails, you get the low maintenance, safe, and reliable performance you expect in the style you want. All at a budget that works for you.

Traditional Vinyl Deck Railing

With a timeless design, our Traditional Vinyl Railing is a dependable solution for nearly any application. A metal-to-metal bracket attachment adds strength, while five infill options give you the ultimate design versatility.

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Modern Vinyl Deck Railing

Our NEW Modern Vinyl Deck railing offers smooth lines and lasting strength at a budget friendly cost. The sleek style with five infill options provides various customization options while hidden hardware offers a seamless finish.

Designer Vinyl Deck Railing

Elevate your outdoor space with the sophisticated style of Designer Vinyl Railing. Blending contemporary and classic aesthetics, it features customizable infill options, a reinforced aluminum core for strength, hidden hardware for a seamless finish, and best-in-class metal-to-metal brackets for durability. Kitted for easy installation, it’s the perfect blend of style and functionality.

TimberLux™ Vinyl Deck Railing

If you’re looking for wood railing but without the upkeep, our TimberLux vinyl railing is a great solution. The variegated finish comes in two colors and two new infill options– giving you the customization options we know you want from deck railing.

Vinyl deck railing on a balcony deck.

Versatile Railing Options for All Your Outdoor Living Needs

With deck railing options manufactured or assembled in the USA, we are proud to craft railings that are extremely versatile and offer tons of customizations. Our new E-Fit™ Railing Innovations allow pros and deck builders to complete jobs up to 300% faster and are also a perfect solution for DIYers.

If you’re ready to move your project to the next step, you can order samples of our deck railing. Not quite there yet? No problem. Our deck visualizer and idea gallery are the perfect tools to continue exploring.

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