Deck balusters. A touch of glass.

Friday, February 12, 2010 by Chris Fox
When thinking of deck renovations, sometimes the best thing to do is go simple. You can focus on the type of wood for decking or deck accessories, but small changes can make a big impact.

Deckorators aluminum railing with glass baluster infillsLatitudes, a leading composite decking brand, and Deckorators, the leader in deck railing accessories, both have options for glass deck baluster infills. A graceful alternative to the traditional wood or metal baluster, glass shouts elegance while bringing you closer to nature.

Using glass balusters for your deck railing will provide you with an unobstructed view from your deck. No longer will those old wooden balusters keep you from taking in the scenery while relaxing on your deck.

To top off your newly installed glass deck balusters, a nice touch is to add deck Deckorators Designer Solar Metal Post Cap Lightslighting using designer solar post caps. No matter if you have 4x4 deck posts or 6x6 deck posts, there’s a post cap style for you.

Deckorators offers several attractive solar lighting choices. From metal post caps, such as copper or stainless steel, to Tiffany-style glass post caps. They even offer a convertible post cap light that allows you to use either solar power or candles for accent lighting on your deck. With no wires to connect, lighting your outdoor living space is a breeze.

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New Deckorators integrated aluminum deck railing system delivers beauty, versatility

Friday, January 29, 2010 by Chris Fox

Long known as the leader in decorative railing accessory products, Deckorators now offers a fully integrated deck railing kit of its own.

Deckorators deck railingThe sleek, durable top profile creates an eye-catching appearance and is compatible with all Deckorators baluster styles. This innovative new railing system is available in powder-coated black or white and features a lifetime limited warranty. The rails are sold in kits to make purchasing simple. Post sleeves, stair rail bracket kits, angled brackets and matching post caps are also available. All kits can be shipped via UPS.

This new line also features two matching styles and colors of post caps to accent the railing. Deckorators aluminum post caps, available in black or white, include a pyramid and a square, solar-powered post cap. The solar post cap requires no wiring or electricity and comes with two rechargeable AA batteries. The small solar collector rests atop an attractive silhouette light made of shatter-resistant glass. Its glow is perfect for casting a relaxing ambiance on deck areas.
Deckorators white aluminum railing
“As an industry leader, we continue to push the design envelope and give builders and consumers world-class options for decks and outdoor living areas. We’re confident our new railing system will be a hit as we showcase it at the 2010 LBM Expo in Boston," said Rick Preble, Director of Product Development for Universal Consumer Products.

Deckorators aluminum railing and deck and fence railing accessories are available through an established network of building material retailers in the United States and Canada. Visit www.deckorators.com for complete information.

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Accessorize your deck railing with style

Thursday, April 16, 2009 by Chris Fox
Deck railing accessories come in an array of eye-catching materials and styles, making it easier than ever to design or upgrade your deck railing system. Basket and collar accessories by DeckoratorsEnhancing the look of your wood railing or composite railing with these accessories will increase the charm and functionality of your deck and outdoor living area. With so many ornamental post caps, decorative balusters and other add-ons, you'll be able to customize your railing system to match your taste while complementing your home's architectural style.

The latest trend is to add ornamental lighting with post caps. Post cap lights highlight the posts at the top and bottom of stairways or deck Deckorators tiffany-glass solar post capentrances, or mark the perimeter of a deck. Solar post caps require no wiring and give off ambient light that's not overpowering.

In most cases, railing upgrades are easy to make. Installing post caps can be as simple as adding some adhesive to the post caps and securing it directly to the post. Some post caps are built specifically for composite deck posts, so you'll want to check with the manufacturer to see what options are available and install according to their specifications.

Installing maintenance free powder coated aluminum baluster on your deck Deckorators aluminum balusters and post caps railing system is another way to add creative flair, but will take a bit more time to install, especially if you'll be retrofitting a current railing system. Scenic glass balusters from DeckoratorsDeckorators aluminum deck railing balusters are available in several colors and designs and come with a lifetime warranty on the finish. Adding ornamental glass balusters is also a unique idea if you desire an unobstructed view to a pool or lake, or if you just want to enjoy a scenic setting.

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