![]() So what does this increased demand from last year mean for the coming building season? Manufacturers see good things coming. Trend-forward composite decking, railings and accessories helped deck builders create unique getaways at home-an exterior family room, an outdoor dining experience, a staycation spot, and more.” homeowners invested in new decks as a way to expand and personalize their living space. They feature a preinstalled insert that is fastened into a 2-1/2″ railing post, and each extension comes with a carabiner clip that can be installed where needed. With the 2-1/2″ X 2-1/2″ posts in Deckorators’ ALX Classic and ALX Contemporary railing systems. The 5-1/2′ extensions are designed to work “As the pandemic postponed trips and limited interactions to computer and phone screens, millions of people started to spend more time than ever within their property Deckorators ALX aluminum post extensions allow for the installation of hanging outdoor lighting such as string lights and café lights. Jase DeBoer, senior marketing manager for Deckorators, also sees the pandemic as a major influencer in how homeowners chose to spend their money in 2020. A gate jamb kit is also available for 36″ and 42″ rail heights. It’s available in Textured Black and Textured White, comes pre-assembled for a 36″ railing height, and includes all needed hardware. ![]() As he explains, “With COVID-19 lingering longer than many had initially hoped, consumers have shifted much of their discretionary spending from areas such as travel, to the enhancement of their personal outdoor living spaces.”ĭeckorators’ new 48″ wide ALX Contemporary aluminum deck gate coordinates with ALX Contemporary railing. ![]() Jeff Schulz, vice president of channel sales at Fortress Building Products, agrees. According to Feeney, the fade-resistant powder coat finishes (available in Cherry, Walnut, and Weathered Gray) adhere to AAMA 2604 coating specifications for superior impact and weather resistance as well as color retention. “People are embracing their outdoor spaces, in particular, and the demand for decks is on an upswing.” Feeney’s DesignRail Top Rail in Wood Grain Finish is designed to offer the organic look of wood without the maintenance requirements. “Homeowners are engaging in home improvement projects to make their homes as enjoyable and multi-functional as possible,” says Katrina Ralston, president of Feeney Inc. And as lockdown policies forced people to spend an increased amount of time in their backyards, they discovered that the more time they spent there, the more time they wanted to spend there. Families cancelled travel plans and instead embraced the “stay-cation” mindset and re-invested travel funds into their homes. While COVID-19 created a roller coaster business environment for many industries, it unexpectedly caused a massive surge in home improvement, particularly for creation of (or upgrades to) outdoor spaces. In a pandemic world, deck railings and accessories mean money for the LBM dealer who is prepared. They’re apparently also looking to build decks in record numbers, and that’s driving the sales of railings and accessories like never before. Current trends indicate homeowners are looking for simple lines, clean design, and a refined sense of style. The great architect Frank Lloyd Wright once said, “Simplicity and repose are the qualities that measure the true value of any work of art.” His words could easily be used to describe the current state of the deck railing and accessory market. Clean, upscale aesthetics dominate in a market experiencing soaring demand. Components come in four stock colors, with custom colors available. Seamless top rails are available in lengths up to 20', and posts are pre-drilled for the cable and conceal the fittings and hardware. RailFX Aluminum Railing Systems allow for installation with up to a 5' post spacing and utilizes 1/8" 316 stainless steel cable.
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