Composite Railings: An Affordable and Attractive Alternative to Wood

What is the advantage of composite decking? It does not warp, crack, split or twist like wood. Composite siding never needs the high maintenance such as staining, sanding and painting that wood requires. In today’s world, there are more and more property owners that are choosing the composite railing over wood railing.

The decking is a low maintenance deck with many benefits. The look of the deck combines the look of wood and has the durability and easy care that so many property owners are interested in. The deck is crafted in a high quality wood composite which is then encased in polymer capstock.

Composite railings are truly authentic in appearance and the hardware includes corrosion resistant stainless steel which provides for years of worry free performance. There is versatility in both style and design. The railings can be installed in the design of square, diagonal or a combination of both.

Composite is a blend of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and recycled wood flour making it not only exceptionally beautiful, strong and weather resistant, but eco-friendly. The material is elaborate or decorative or simply simplistic and satisfies the aspiration of many property owners.

Composite railing can also be enhanced by using lighting. A lighting system to the railing enhances the railing making it look absolutely stunning. There are various types of lighting which include:

• String lighting
• Solar cap lights
• Rope lights

Many different manufacturers have incentives to purchase the decking and railing from their company, allowing you to select various elements. As a Vancouver property owner you have the option of combining differ frames such as balusters, posts and pickets. This allows you to mix the various complement styles and colors and have your unique deck and railing.