The best balustrade for your deck depends on the view, the style of your home, how much privacy you want and the maintenance you are prepared to carry out. No single material or design is right for every deck, so start with what you need the balustrade to do. The right design helps make your deck a space you enjoy using.
Glass preserves the view and creates an open feel, while aluminium is relatively easy to maintain and comes in a range of colours and infill options. Vertical bars create a light appearance, and wrought-iron-style designs can suit a traditional home. If you mainly want to define the edge, you may not need a solid windbreak. On a smaller deck, a visually light balustrade can help the space feel open.
