Second-Story Cherry Deck with Black Aluminum Rails

Green Shield believes that a second-story deck should be as solid as the home it's attached to. This 268-square-foot project demonstrates how our team bridges the gap between high-altitude design and grounded structural integrity, providing a premier outdoor space for this walkout basement floor plan.

Structural Profile: The Elevated Standard

• The KDAT Backbone: For second-story builds, stability is non-negotiable. This project utilizes a KDAT (Kiln Dried After Treatment) structural frame, ensuring the bones of the deck remain straight and true. Unlike standard "wet" lumber, KDAT minimizes the shrinking and shifting that can lead to deck failure over time.
• Warmth Without the Work: We utilized a rich Cherry wood-free composite to provide the timeless look of hardwood. Combined with sleek black aluminum baluster railings, this homeowner now enjoys a high-end aesthetic that will never require staining, even in the exposed elements of a second-story height.
• Walkout Versatility: By engineering a clean, sturdy structure, our team transformed the space beneath the deck into a functional, shaded area for the walkout basement, doubling the home's usable outdoor square footage.

Green Shield refuses to compromise on the safety and longevity of elevated structures. Whether you are building 10 feet up or at ground level, our W-2 craftsmen ensure a reliably engineered reality. Visit the Green Shield website to explore more second-story transformations and see the "Forever Deck" standard in action.

This 268 square foot second story cherry deck with a walkout basement features black baluster aluminum deck rails and brown KDAT deck frame. Like what you  see? There's always more decks to explore at GreenShieldDeckBuilders.com