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!

Snow Railing Trees

Snow Railing Trees

Snow Railing Trees

This is another serene image of the snow and railing cloaked below tall barren trees on a frigid winter’s day. As a deck design note: The lattice screen with vertical boards in the background creates an interesting visual contrast to the deck rail with its free flowing stick balusters.

Snow Railing Bench

Snow Railing Bench

Snow Railing Bench

A blanket of snow adorns the railing bench while glistening in the barren trees behind it. These Mountain Laurel branches are an ideal choice for balusters in areas with brazen winters. That’s because they weather well and are as durable as they are beautiful.

Snow Deck Railing

Snow Deck Railing

Snow Deck Railing

A snow deck railing is as picturesque during the frosty winter as it is in the sunny summer. Here, pure white drifts of snow outline the meandering Mountain Laurel branch balusters with their reddish hue, beautifully. Notice the light fixtures along the rails—we can only imagine how lovely this outdoor space would look with the lights turned on at dusk.

Tree Railing Stairs

Tree Railing Stairs

Tree Railing Stairs

This is another charming snapshot of the Asheville NC tree railing stairs from a frontal view. A deck railing idea to point out here is the beautiful blend of painted, stained and unfinished surfaces. Reddish Mountain Laurel balusters in their natural state, and clear-stained white pine rails pop on the gray backdrop of this summer retreat.

Asheville NC Stair Railing

Asheville NC Stair Railing

Asheville NC Stair Railing

Mountain Laurel balusters give a lift to this towering Asheville NC stair railing and balcony with a natural charm—gracefully curving and crossing branches, warm amber hues and a rich, organic patina.

Leaves Railing Deck

Leaves Railing Deck

Leaves Railing Deck

Undeniably, this scenic retreat in the woods captures the essence of living in the great outdoors. Not to mention, the leaves, railing and deck are picture perfect in front of the balcony. The balusters are crafted from genuine Mountain Laurel branches to blend in beautifully among a plethora of trees.

Deck Railing Lights

Deck Railing Lights

Deck Railing Lights

Dining outdoors takes on an entirely new meaning in this cavernous bar and eatery overlooking the sea at dusk. In addition to the breath taking view, the use of architectural deck railing lights stands out dazzlingly on top of the bold white posts. The thin balusters were cleverly chosen to let the view show through.

Simplified Stair Railing

Simplified Stair Railing

Simplified Stair Railing

Inspired by mid-century Scandinavian design, this simplified stair railing takes on an industrial, yet polished look with the pipe styled handrails and wire cable balusters. As seen in the picture, it evokes an open, airy feeling. The architectural wood in the walls, floors and stair steps complete the minimalist style with simple and sleek boards.

Deck Rails

Deck Rails

Deck Rails

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.

Deck Railing Flat Arc Aluminum

Deck Railing Flat Arc Aluminum

Deck Railing Flat Arc Aluminum

The deck railing with flat arc aluminum balusters seemingly sways with the breeze in this clean and casual outdoor space. As the picture shows, faux iron rods provide an attractive color and material contrast to the wood in the rails and deck floor. Bringing the space to life, the homeowner added a planter of bright begonias for a pop of color in the corner.