Many options are available when selecting wood materials for deck rails—from pressure treated lumber to rough-sawn hardwoods and genuine logs. Here the homeowner opted for the latter with rugged cedar rails and log newels. To complete the ultra-rustic style the balusters are crafted from beautiful Mountain Laurel branches. Not only do these wood elements pair perfectly with this log home, they are as dense and weather resistant as the other natural elements in the outdoor space.