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GuideStair partsSplit Box Newels: How to Transition your HandrailWhen designing your stairway, you must consider how your handrail will end once it reaches a wall. For stair designs utilizing Box Newels, a great option3 min read
GuideStair partsPlowed HandrailThere are many styles of handrail to choose from when designing your stairway. When you decide on a handrail style, you may feel the urge to order it2 min read
GuideStair partsThe Strongest Joint for HandrailsThere are many techniques in the wood-crafting community about how to join two pieces of wood together. Each kind of joint has its strengths and3 min read
GuideStair partsWall Mounted Handrail Checklist: 5 Things to Keep in MindTake it Easy Let’s keep it simple. There are many details to keep in mind when designing your Wall Mounted Handrail, but it all comes down to 5 basic3 min read
GuideDesign ideasCompleted Project Contest Winners Announced!This summer’s completed project photo contest has come to a close, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! We received dozens of submissions from all5 min read
GuideDesign ideasHow Viewrail Components Hide Within Your PostsViewrail Kits & Components The Viewrail line's component kits are famous for hiding within your posts, keeping your view clear. Now you can see this3 min read
GuideInstallationProduction Team Member Earns CertificationStudy, Skill, and Certification Graham Morris, a member of StairSupplies’ cable railing production team, recently received ⅜” GMAW, or Gas Metal Arc3 min read
GuideInstallationUse Horizontal Railing To Modernize Your HomeHorizontal Railing—Rod and Cable Railing Systems With fluid, parallel lines, horizontal railing is the hottest trend in stair and deck railing systems.3 min read
GuideDesign ideasHandrail for Cable RailingYou’ve decided to install a beautiful new cable railing system. You know you want stainless steel posts, but you’re not sure what handrail profile would4 min read
GuideDesign ideasViewrail Cable Railing Named IBS FinalistViewrail, the stainless steel cable railing line from StairSupplies™, was recently honored at the Best of IBS Awards held in Jan. of 2017.2 min read
GuideDesign ideasCable Deck Railing HighlightsEnhance Your View Cable railing is optimal for decks. When used as deck railing, the cable practically disappears from view as the natural surroundings3 min read
GuideInstallationCable Railing Post ComparisonThere are numerous cable railing designs on the market. If you’re interested in owning a cable railing system, knowing where to begin may seem challenging.4 min read