Deck Railings and Balusters
Deck railings and balusters no longer
need to consist of simple pressure treated 2”x4” railings and basic 2”x2” stock
balusters. Today you can choose from many other types of deck railing and
baluster solutions. For example, you can use decorative aluminum and glass
balusters. There are also PVC deck railing solutions today that can support
electrical wiring for enabling the installation of deck lighting. In addition,
you can accent deck railings with solar lights that can be mounted on top of
deck posts. Alternatively, deck balusters can be completely replaced with plate
glass.
Deck Post Caps
Another great and simple deck design idea that can really accent a deck is the
use of deck post caps.
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They
are available in many different styles and finishes. Deck post caps can be
constructed out of aluminum, copper, steel and even stained glass. There are
even low voltage deck post caps for providing deck lighting.
Deck Lighting
Whether you plan on using your deck regularly in the evenings or simply want to
show it off at night, it is important to explore the plethora of deck lighting
options available to you.
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Deck
lighting options include the installation of standard electrical lighting, low
voltage lighting and even solar lights.
As I
have already touched upon the integration of deck lighting into deck posts is a
great deck design idea. By installing deck lights into, or on top of, deck posts
you can provide uniform lighting around the deck. In addition, or as an
alternative, you can install wall lighting on the side of your home to provide
general deck lighting.
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Deck Awnings
Depending upon where you live or the position of your deck relative to the sun,
deck awnings are another great deck design idea to consider. Deck awnings can help to
keep the inside of your home cool as well as provide shade to you while out on
the deck.
Outdoor Deck Fireplaces
Another neat deck design idea is the integration of an outdoor deck fireplace
into your deck design plans. The installation of an outdoor deck fireplace
however does require some upfront safety considerations so you may want to check
with your local building inspector before including a deck fireplace into your
deck design plans.
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Spa Hot Tubs
The
inclusion of a spa hot tub into your deck design plans is another great deck
design idea. As with deck lighting, there are many different hot tub styles and
sizes to choose from. Keep in mind, however, when designing a deck that a hot
tub is extremely heavy when filled with water. Consequently it is best to design
a deck around a hot tub, versus on top of it. If your deck plans do include the
installation of a hot tub on top of the deck make sure your deck framing
construction plans are approved by an architect or local building inspector
first.
These
are just a few of the deck design ideas you should consider in your deck design
plans. In addition to these deck design ideas, spend some time at a deck and
patio center or home improvement store to see what else you may want to include
in your deck design.
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