There are many options that can be used for your deck.  Redwood is the old standard, composite decking has many new colors and texture options, and then there are exotic hardwoods. Redwood Decking: Redwood will be the most affordable, but will require the most maintenance. Composite Decking: Composites do not require maintenance.  The advantage of the top...

Options You can use wood, metal, or composite or a combination. Wood Railing: You can use the same decking materials and handrail.  This is a classic look an everything will match. Metal Railing: In metal there are many combinations you can do.  You can go with solid metal railing with metal posts, metal railing with posts that are...