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.

Cool views by land or sea

Friday, June 26, 2009 by Chris Fox
Deck railing and baluster accessories have evolved over time to become featured highlights on a deck. These days, you can enjoy cool views from your deck with clear glass balusters.

Since the introduction of glass balusters, deck railing systems have Deckorators scenic glass balustersnever been the same. Deckorators, the pioneer of deck railing baluster accessories, offers two elegant designs in their Scenic glass balusters series. Latitudes composite railing with glass balustersScenic glass deck railing balusters are available in a straight, beveled-edge design as well as an hourglass-shaped design. These thick tempered glass balusters are an attractive alternative to standard treated wood pickets and offer a clear view to the pool or anywhere you desire an unobstructed view. Best of all, glass railing insets can be used on vinyl railing, composite lumber railing or wood deck railing.