A ground-level deck uses contrasting composite colors and carefully executed edge details to create a tailored outdoor platform.
Project Overview
The build combines espresso field boards with a warm picture-frame border, wrapped fascia, and composite skirting. Black aluminum railing and recessed step lighting complete the ground-level installation.
Location
Bergen County, New Jersey
Project Type
Ground-level composite deck
Completed
2025
Scope of Work
- Ground-level PVC composite deck with espresso field boards and warm picture-frame border
- Mitered 45-degree corner detail with fully wrapped fascia and composite skirt
- Matte-black aluminum railing with square balusters and cast post caps
- Recessed LED riser lights at the step-down to the concrete landing
Before Photos
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After Photos
The supplied Embark Construction photography below documents the completed project.




Materials Used
- TimberTech Advanced PVC
- Fortress Al13 black railing
- Kichler LED riser lights
- Hidden fasteners
Challenges
The two-tone design depended on accurate mitered corners, clean picture-frame transitions, fully wrapped edges, and coordinated lighting at the landing step.
Final Outcome
The finished deck delivers a durable ground-level outdoor surface with crisp color contrast, concealed fastening, and integrated evening lighting.
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