How do exterior railings hold up on an exposed hilltop deck over time?
Very well, when built for it. We specify weather-ready materials, marine-grade stainless for glass and cable, finished steel or aluminum, bronze where a patina is wanted, and engineer the railing for the actual wind load on an elevated deck. Sealed connections keep moisture out of the joints. Built this way, the railing holds its finish and stays crisp on an exposed Clyde Hill site for years.
Do you install exterior railings outside of Clyde Hill too?
Yes. We install throughout Clyde Hill and the surrounding Points communities, across the Eastside, and around the greater Seattle and Puget Sound region, with all fabrication from our Kent shop. We routinely coordinate with architects and builders on projects of this scale.
Can you combine materials like wood and metal on an exterior railing?
Yes, and it is common on Clyde Hill. A hardwood top rail over glass, cable, or metal can match the home's exterior detailing, and we finish each material for the climate. Because we fabricate in-house, we blend materials cleanly and coordinate them with the rest of the home's exterior metalwork.
What is the best exterior railing material for a Clyde Hill view deck?
For a view deck, frameless glass and fine stainless cable keep the outlook open while doing the railing's job, both using marine-grade hardware. Powder-coated steel gives clean modern lines and durability in the damp, aluminum will not rust, and bronze weathers to a patina for a more traditional home. On an exposed deck we engineer whichever you choose for the wind. We help you and your designer pick for the site.