Hazelwood Deck with Black Aluminum Rails & Ash Gray Picture Frame

Green Shield believes that the difference between a good deck and a "Forever Deck" is in the details. This 348-square-foot Hazelwood project demonstrates our commitment to smarter engineering, utilizing high-contrast materials to create a space that is as structurally sound as it is visually striking.

The Design Blueprint:

• The Picture-Frame Standard: We utilized an Ash Gray picture-frame border to define the deck's perimeter. This precision detail hides raw board edges and provides a clean, modern finish. Because this is executed by our W-2 craftsmen, the miters are engineered to remain tight through every Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio season.
• KDAT Structural Backbone: To ensure the picture-frame border never shifts or gaps, we built this deck on a KDAT (Kiln Dried After Treatment) frame. This pre-shrunk lumber provides the reliably engineered reality needed for high-precision finishing.
• Maintenance-Free Contrast: By pairing wood-free Hazelwood boards with black aluminum baluster railings, we’ve delivered a premier look that refuses to rot, warp, or require staining. It’s a hardworking backyard solution that preserves your time as much as your property value.

Green Shield refuses to settle for "standard" construction. From our proprietary hardware to our expert finishing, we provide the "straight talk" and specialized mastery your home deserves. Visit the Green Shield website to explore more project spotlights and find the design that fits your lifestyle.

This 348 square foot Hazelwood deck features black baluster aluminum deck rails and brown KDAT deck frame. Standout features of this deck include ash gray picture frame.  Like what you see? There's always more decks to explore at greenshielddeckbuilders.com