Design Guide
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Decking & Railing 101
Designing your ideal outdoor space doesn’t have to be dicult. Use this guide in tandem 
with your catalog or TimberTech.com to kick o your project.
Get familiar with the design terms you’ll be using to work with a contractor and 
complete your project. With this guide helping you plan your design project, there’s no 
need to be overwhelmed by the nitty-gritty details of choosing your decking and railing.  
So, use our quick tips — and your natural style sense — to start confidently speaking the 
same language as a deck designer and bring your vision to life. 
START WITH THE BASICS










