The source for all different deck railing ideas. Here you can learn about all the different options that you're familiar with and probably plenty that you've never seen before. The most common railing for a home is a wood railing made with parts that can be made by just about any carpenter. There's also wrought iron railing which is common on Mediterranean inspired houses. Glass deck balusters and cable railing are popular choices for modern architecture where the palette is mostly concrete and glass.

But on this site, I share deck railing ideas that are far from these run of the mill encounters. I've shared underwater railings and railings on safety tower, from sea to sky. Hopefully, you'll find a picture that will help to be the inspiration in your home's decor!

Deck Railing Design

Deck Railing Design

Deck Railing Design

This striking picture shows a branch deck railing design up close and at a distance. One can better appreciate the fine details of weaving Mountain Laurel balusters with their reddish-brown bark intact, as well as how the branches fill the railing–each with its own one-of-a-kind design.

Deck Ornate Wood Railing

Deck Ornate Wood Railing

Deck Ornate Wood Railing

A deck ornate wood railing along with the flooring creates eye-catching motion in this outdoor space. Rectilinear shapes arranged similar to classic Chippendale style adorn the deck’s perimeter, while linear boards that meet to form angles fill the deck’s floor.

Cut Balusters Look Like Turned

Cut Balusters Look Like Turned

Cut Balusters Look Like Turned

A new twist to traditional turned spindles! In this unexpected, yet exciting deck railing idea fancy fretwork forms cut balusters that look like turned spindles lending a fun, arts and crafts look to the pretty front porch.

Custom Deck Handrail

Custom Deck Handrail

Custom Deck Handrail

Breathtaking! A custom deck handrail enhances an already stunning view of the hazy mountain tops. Flowing Mountain Laurel branches with their bark intact fill the balustrade while naturally blending with the background. Note the custom, dual handrails that add even more visual appeal.

Curved Metal Railing

Curved Metal Railing

Curved Metal Railing

Curves Galore! Not only does the curved metal railing make a continuous, smooth turn around the deck, the balusters also form big, beautiful arcs. The sleek rails and balusters attach to towering wood posts, which fashions an interesting mix of traditional wood and modern metal.

Creative Deck Privacy Fence

Creative Deck Privacy Fence

Creative Deck Privacy Fence

The creative deck privacy fence conveys graceful motion with its change in height and flowing ornamentation. The decorative center features evenly spaced spindles that gently roll from end to end along the railing’s solid panels. As an additional focal point the handrail forms a gorgeous upward curve.

Craftsman Wood with Plexiglass Safety Rail

Craftsman Wood with Plexiglass Safety Rail

Craftsman Wood with Plexiglass Safety Rail

Who says functional can’t be fancy? Made to match this upscale condo, the craftsman wood with plexiglass safety rail is full of fine details, including square posts that create a rectangle filled with smaller rectilinear forms. For safety, plexiglass seals the openings while adding visual appeal.

Craftsman Double Horizontal Top and Bottom

Craftsman Double Horizontal Top and Bottom

Craftsman Double Horizontal Top and Bottom

A covered porch, a field stone and cedar shingle façade, and a craftsman double horizontal top and bottom railing provide function and curb appeal to this Dutch colonial home. Framed between stately stone and wood columns lies a beautiful balustrade featuring a dual set of upper and lower rails accenting a row of vertically placed wood pickets.

Craftsman Style Metal Balusters with Lights

Craftsman Style Metal Balusters with Lights

Craftsman Style Metal Balusters with Lights

The craftsman style metal balusters with lights will lure you to spend a quite evening outdoors on the deck. The mesmerizing design features architectural lighting on the posts, but most notable are tiny illuminating spheres accenting a unique windowpane formation.

Craftsman Railing

Craftsman Railing

Craftsman Railing

Using a mix of geometric shapes this craftsman railing forms an abstract work of art left for the viewer’s individual interpretation. Bold black squares pop along the balustrade and meld into three layers of elongated rectangles. It almost looks like a sheet of music just waiting for the notes!