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The team at Deckorators — the outdoor-living people who bring you
state-of-the-art innovations in deck building, plus styling that
matches your unique tastes — recently had a light bulb moment
(pardon the pun). We’re thrilled to announce our latest bright
idea: personalized, low voltage accent lighting for your outdoor
living area. Think fireflies ... or starlight. Then capture that
same magical feeling when you chase away the darkness with
illuminated balusters and post caps. The soft attractive glow
enhances the ambiance of your deck or outdoor room and virtually
begs you to stay out and...
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Thursday, May 3, 2012 by
Now that warm weather has arrived, you’ll be outside more; your
outdoor space should be an area that you truly enjoy and are proud
to show off to guests. You may not need a complete deck remodel to
achieve that level of perfection. With some smart deck upgrades you
can create an upscale look for less. Start by looking at the deck
railing itself. More than just a safety feature, the railing is one
of the most prominent design elements of any deck, and changing it
is a cost-effective way to make an eye-catching statement.
Remember, your railing doesn’t have to match your current deck
material....
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Thursday, September 1, 2011 by
Outdoor Essentials has added a full line of ornate vegetable
markers, garden stakes and bird silhouettes to its product
offering. Showcased during IGC 2011 in Chicago, these unique metal
cutouts are designed for practicality and visual appeal for gardens
and landscapes. About the products The rusted patina markers and
garden stakes are made from laser-cut recycled metal. Each
vegetable marker is welded to a 12-inch-tall metal stake and
available in seven flat metal profile designs. The ornamental
garden stakes are welded to 18-inch-tall metal stakes and are
available in seven flat metal...
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Monday, August 29, 2011 by
Deck railing accessories can be the crowning touch on your new
railing. Decorative post caps can change the look of any railing,
and install quickly and easily. Whether you opt for metal, glass or
even planter post caps, adding ornamental post caps to your railing
can really create a one-of-a-kind look. Faux stone postcovers are
another way to enhance the look and personality of your deck
railing. Deckorators cast stone postcovers fit over the standard
4x4 or 6x6 treated wood posts of your deck railing, and provide a
realistic appearance of authentic stone without the cost. Top them
with a...
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Thursday, June 30, 2011 by
You’ve probably heard the expression “God is in the details.” Well,
when it comes to creating a truly unique and beautiful deck design,
the right mix of details can create a heavenly result. Every deck
is essentially a blank canvas. Adding design details such as
ornamental post caps, decorative balusters and deck inlays, can
turn your blank canvas into a custom deck that is a work of art.
Not sure which details will work best for your tastes and design
parameters? Deck design software can help you envision how your
deck will look with the addition of certain details. The Deck
Visualizer is a...
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Thursday, June 16, 2011 by
Top outdoor living trends for 2011 A survey by the American Society
of Landscape Architects finds that light and fire are now the most
sought-after enhancements for an outdoor living area. Fencing,
arbors, and pergolas are the most popular structures, with decks
(synthetic decking, lumber decking among others) ranking near the
middle. Homeowners want function, efficiency and fire pits in their
outdoor space, according to the 2011 American Society of Landscape
Architects (ASLA) Residential Trends Survey. The survey asked
residential landscape architecture professionals to rate the
expected...
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Thursday, June 2, 2011 by
I've touched on decorative post caps in many posts, but these
ornamental accents are such a versatile and economical way to dress
up a deck or fence post, that they deserve their own moment in the
spotlight. Post caps / post tops are easy to install, even for
novice do-it-yourselfers. In addition to looking good, they also
serve the purpose of protecting your post from the elements. Solar
post caps can also add helpful illumination when you enjoy your
deck and outdoor living area at night. If you're looking for a
quick, weekend project that will give your outdoor area a whole new
look, adding...
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011 by
If summer’s approach has you thinking it’s time to remodel a deck,
you might be looking for a cost-effective, high-impact way to do
it. Taking your deck’s railings to the next level could be your
solution. Deck railing is more than just a safety feature to keep
guests and kids from a nasty fall. It can also make a powerful
design statement. Railing kits can make it easy to upgrade your
deck with a whole new look. Consider these railing upgrades:
Balusters You have more choices and alternatives than ever when it
comes to spicing up deck balusters. Aluminum balusters allow you to
introduce...
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Wednesday, April 6, 2011 by
In 2009 more than 41 million Americans planted vegetable gardens—a
number expected to increase as food costs climb, according to a
recent Gardening Trends Research Report. When you factor in
flowers, herbs and fruits, it’s difficult to find a home where
people are not working the soil on a warm sunny day. Aside from the
obvious benefits of fresh flowers and produce, gardening provides
low-impact, calorie-burning exercise. One hour of gardening burns
as many as 375 calories. While love of gardening has not changed,
methods continue to evolve. And one of the top trends is raised-bed
gardening....
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Wednesday, March 9, 2011 by
Deckorators solar post caps add a great finishing touch to any deck
or fence. At night, they enhance your outdoor living area with a
soft, welcoming glow. With a top-mounted solar lens, rechargeable
double-A batteries and long-lasting LED bulbs, these eco friendly
products require no wiring and mount easily to wood deck posts,
composite deck post or vinyl posts.You’ll find they’re very easy to
install and maintain. To begin installation, remove the protective
clear plastic film from the top of the cap. Pull off the top by
gripping the sides firmly, and lifting it off. Then pull the red
tab (if...
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Thursday, September 16, 2010 by
Post cap deck lights are one of the most prominent deck
enhancements available. Solar deck lighting accessories highlight
the deck posts at the top and bottom of a stair rail and act as
both a deck railing ornament and as a source of ambient light for
composite lumber decks and treated lumber decks.Solar lighted post
caps are much easier to install than wired low voltage deck lights
as they do not require an electric outlet. Regardless of power
source, both types of post and rail lighting help improve deck
safety.Deck post cap lights are typically sold with wood, plastic
or metal bases to fit...
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010 by
Latitudes Intrepid composite railing is perfect for use as both
deck railing and porch railing. It's a durable, easy-to-install
deck railing system that will enhance your backyard deck or front
porch with attractive looks and safety. Latitudes composite
deck railing is a great alternative to wood, and best of all, it's
available in six foot section kits for simple installation.Key
benefits of Latitudes composite deck railing include:Low
maintenanceWon't rot or splitResistant to insectsDurable, lonterm
performanceEasy-to-install kits (video)Unlike wood deck railing,
composite wood railing never...
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Thursday, July 1, 2010 by
Transforming your deck into a one-of-a-kind outdoor living area can
be as simple as updating your existing deck railing or installing
unique balusters to the railing itself. When you decide to build a
new composite lumber or pressure treated deck be sure to think
about the type of material you desire for the railing and the style
of baluster infill that will suite your needs. Deck railings are
one of the most prominent parts of any deck, and today there are
many unique deck rail options made from different material.Aluminum
Deck RailingAluminum deck railing from Deckorators is strong,
durable...
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Thursday, April 29, 2010 by
New deck and deck railing products this year are more creative than
ever. Deckorators recently introduced its spring product lineup,
including fully integrated aluminum railing kits, recessed deck
lighting and a wide variety of decorative post caps. The new
Deckorators Aluminum Railing is designed to work with every
Deckorators baluster style and features a lifetime limited
warranty. Available in black and white, this exterior aluminum
railing offers robust, eye-catching profiles and comes in 36" and
42" rail heights. With the beauty and durability of this rail
structure, you'll want to make...
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Thursday, August 20, 2009 by
Post caps are ornamental accessories that serve a dual purpose —
they add beauty to the top of the post while providing cover from
the elements, which helps prevent cracking and
splintering.Standard 4x4 and 6x6 post caps are the most common size
post caps and are ideal for covering the top of cedar, pressure
treated wood, composite deck lumber, vinyl and metal posts on
decks, fences, porches, mailboxes or anywhere a finishing touch is
desired. Today you can choose from hundreds of
eye-catching post caps made from wood, vinyl, metal, composite and
glass. Some post caps are simple and...
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Friday, May 8, 2009 by
The surge in popularity of outdoor living space has brought many
new options to decorate railings, like outdoor lighting, decorative
balusters and eye-catching post caps. It’s no surprise virtually
every big box retailer, lumber dealer and garden house is stocking
many of these unique and affordable add-ons. Ornamental fence and
deck post caps help define your area by putting the finishing touch
on wood or vinyl fence posts and treated wood or composite wood
deck railings. Post caps come in an array of designs and can be
multifunctional to accent your outdoor living space and to spruce
up your...
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Thursday, April 16, 2009 by
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. Enhancing 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...
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