How do build rail for deck?
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Diana Speaks
We are building a deck and trying to decide how to build the railing around it and whether to even build it. Any suggestions. Money is tight so needs to be affordable and beautiful.
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First things first. Check your local building code. If you have a raised deck, a railing is required by law.
Here are sites to give you ideas:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/12525705190678072/
http://www.deckorators.com/en/Inspiration/blog/2011/April/Decorative-balusters-add-design-flair-to-deck-railings
And there are many pre-made "stock" options from home improvement centers. Here is what one big box retailer has to offer.
https://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/decking-deck-products/exterior-railings-gates/c-5733.htm
If your deck is low enough to the ground that code does not require a railing, you could use several simple built in or portable benches along the edge, with or without a back, to define the edge. Or even some planters placed along the edges-does not have to be continuous. I would say even if only 6-10 inches above ground level you want some way to denote there is an edge there.