Anne's Picks

The title of "warehouse manager" is just the beginning. Anne's also a great multi-tasker, taking time from packing boxes to highlight a product or two as the official DecksDirect video spokesperson. She not only knows product SKUs and weights better than anyone around, she keeps busy by proof-reading every bit of DecksDirect.com. How she keeps her hands camera-ready while meticulously packing customer orders is a mystery.

Fortress Iron "Mega" Square Basket Baluster, Antique Bronze

Why Anne likes this product: This is a substantial baluster, made of steel instead of aluminum. I also like the look of the open basket versus the look of a plain baluster with a basket accessory attached. The Antique Bronze has an old-world look with a "dimpled" aged appearance of which I'm a big fan.

Special product notes: These balusters are heavy, so if you receive a box of these, lift with care!




Key product features:
• Made of steel, these balusters have durability and weather-resistance – they will stay strong and attractive for years.
• Colors Available: Black and Antique Bronze
• Package Size: 1 Baluster
• Basket Types: Single Basket and Double Basket
• Baluster Size: 3/4" Square Baluster
• Baluster Length: 26" and 32"

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Recessed Riser LED Light by Trex Deck Lighting

Why Anne likes this product: Don’t be fooled by their size! Not only do these little LED lights put out enough light to make your steps safe, the LEDs are pointed downward to direct the light to your step, adding even more functionality. This means people walking up the stairs will not only be able to see where they are going, they will not have a light glaring in their eyes. The light that illuminates is a soft warm color. The housing is has a built-in diffuser and is available in three designer Trex finishes: Charcoal Black, Hammered Bronze and Classic White.
Special product notes: Since the Trex lights are LEDs, they do not draw a ton of power and are dimmable with the optional LED Remote Dimmer.


Key product features:
• Finishes: Charcoal Black, Hammered Bronze and Classic White
• Packages available: 4 light packs or 8 light pack kits (kits include 8 lights, transformer, timer, wire nuts and forstner drill bit)
• Bulb Type: LED

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Highpoint Endurance - 2" Round Recessed LED Light, in brushed stainless

Why Anne likes this product: These just say "cool" - a simple design that gives a touch of light.

Special product notes: These are versatile and can be used on areas such as your deck surface, as step lighting, or mounted on a railing.






Key product features:
• Finishes Available: Antique Bronze, Brushed Stainless, Solid Copper and Powder White
• Voltage: 12 Volt DC
• Wattage: about 1.5 watts
• Available individually or 8-pack or 16-pack kit (kits include fixtures, 18/2 Premium low voltage landscape wire, weatherproof wire nuts (silicone filled), and a 40 watt Premium LED - DC transformer with photocell)

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Solar Tiffany Style Mission Post Cap Light by Maine Ornamental

Why Anne likes this product: I have always been a fan of the Mission style. The fact these are solar lights and cast a glow at night makes them even more likeable.

Special product notes: These are real glass post caps! They come in non-solar and other design varieties as well.






Key product features:
• Sizes Available: 3-5/8" and 5-5/8"
• Materials Available: Cedar, Pressure Treated Pine, and Redwood(redwood is special order)
• The on-off switch and batteries are all accessible underneath the solar panel on the top of the post cap
• Batteries are easy to replace, and turning the light on or off is in your control

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SMART-BIT® PRO PLUG™ System

Why Anne likes this product: Wow! We did a project with these here at DecksDirect.com in IPE, and it looks great!

Special product notes: Installation time can be virtually cut in half, and it leaves your deck with a clean, professional, and finished aesthetic that covers and protects your screw heads.








Key product features:
• Currently available in a variety of popular wood species: Cambara, IPE, Mahogany (genuine), Meranti, Tigerwood
• Packs come with #305 stainless steel deck screws, and the PRO PLUG™ Glue Nozzle, which applies glue to the sides of the plug hole where it is needed, and not the bottom of the hole.
• Pack sizes available: Accessory Pack (100 pieces), Deck Pack (350 pieces) for 100 square feet of decking, and Contractor Pack (1050 pieces) for 300 square feet of decking.

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