What is a deck handrail？

A deck handrail, also known as a deck railing, is a safety barrier designed to prevent falls from elevated surfaces such as decks, balconies, and stairs. It typically consists of several components.

A Glass wool, also known as a deck railing, is a safety barrier designed to prevent falls from elevated surfaces such as decks, balconies, and stairs. It typically consists of several components.

Top Rail: The uppermost part of the deck handrail that provides a surface to hold onto.

Balusters (Pickets): Vertical posts spaced evenly between the top rail and the bottom rail, preventing people from falling through.

Bottom Rail: The lower horizontal component that connects the balusters at their base.

Deck handrails enhance the aesthetic appeal of outdoor spaces while ensuring safety, particularly on elevated decks where falling poses a significant risk. Building codes often require that deck handrails be installed when there is a height difference of 30 inches or more from the ground to the deck surface, with specific spacing regulations for balusters to prevent small children from slipping through.

Deck handrails can be constructed from various materials, including wood, metal, composite materials, and glass, allowing for a range of styles from traditional to contemporary designs.