Aluminum railings keep your deck looking classy, and stay beautiful.
With so many choices out there, homeowners may not be aware of the many benefits of aluminum deck railing. There are plenty of railing alternatives to aluminum, and each alternative comes with its own pros and cons. Many homeowners are finding out, however, that aluminum deck railing checks more than a few boxes on their checklists. What are some of the advantages when selecting aluminum for your deck railing?
Strength and Durability
For some metals used in deck railings, you have to worry about the weather causing corrosion and rust. We are all familiar with railings that have seen better days, but you won’t find that issue with aluminum deck railings. Aluminum is considered a very weather-resistant material, and it can hold up against rain, snow and the sun’s powerful rays. If you are in an area that seems to experience every type of weather imaginable, then you will appreciate the strength and durability of an aluminum deck railing!
Easy Maintenance
New homeowners sometimes don’t realize the full responsibilities that come with owning a home. There are a lot of fixtures and appliances that will require maintenance, and this of course is very time consuming. Instead of spending all your free time cleaning your deck railings, installing aluminum provides for very little maintenance. Aside from an occasional scrubbing and paint job, there isn’t much to do when it comes to making your aluminum deck railing look pristine. Also, you have the option of adding a powder coated aluminum railing, which means you barely have to do anything other than a quick clean every now and then. Aluminum deck railing allows you more time to enjoy your home and less time constantly maintaining it.
Lower Cost and Great Quality
Most people associate higher prices with better quality, but that isn’t the case with aluminum deck railing. Wrought iron and steel look great, but the costs are outside the budget of many homeowners. With aluminum decking, you receive a product that is not only aesthetically pleasing but a deck railing that can work within your budget. You want something that looks nice but is also affordable, so that is why many savvy homeowners are quickly realizing the benefits of aluminum rail decking.
Flexibility and Style
Unlike other decking options, aluminum deck railing comes in a variety of designs and colors. This not only helps to show off your creative side, but it also helps your deck railing blend into an environment a lot more easily than some of the other decking options out there.
Hercules Fence Custom Iron
Hercules Custom Iron has more than 70 years of experience crafting ornamental iron and quality aluminum in its in-house manufacturing facility. Contact Us today to learn more about how we can help you with your next custom iron, specialty metal or aluminum project! Also, be sure to follow Hercules Custom Iron on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn!