

Tiny House Cable Railing Project: Proponents of sustainable, comfortable small footprint living, Brenda Daughtery and Cece Reinhart, owners of the “On the Green Road” website, recently purchased and completely remodeled a 100 year old, 500 square foot cottage in Alameda, CA up near San Francisco. Brenda and Cece opted to utilize the durable, transparent and space enhancing beauty of cable railings for their stairwell and are among the many successful do it yourself installers of San Diego Cable Railings quality products. This was our first tiny house cable railing project. Below is a reproduction of an article posted on their website, On the Green Road. Well we did it and they look great! We passed our final inspection yesterday and will be moving in to our little house this weekend. The Cable Railings are definitely one of the focal design features of the house. We have published a couple of blog posts which I will share and of course we will be featured on Houzz TV. We are happy to be working with Steve and San Diego Cable Railings. They are providing a nice discount on our stair and loft railing set up – metal posts, cable railing and we will use our own 100 year old redwood from the original house as the railing top. San Diego Cable Railings is a company dedicated to serving the professional and do it yourself community by designing and producing residential and light commercial railing systems. They offer wooden and steel post framing systems, an online storefront, design services, and production of some of the finest cable railing systems available. SDCR services include a nationwide sales and distribution platform, complete DIY cable railing kits, pre made railing posts, Ipe brazilian hardwood cable railings, wire rope assemblies, and DIY stainless steel cable assemblies. Their railing solutions are a superior choice for deck railings, fencing, stair railings, and barrier rails. San Diego Cable Railings offer some of the highest quality, most aesthetically pleasing, and cost effective cable railing systems available. Their stainless steel railing posts and cable assemblies are made in the USA, and lead times for quotes and fabrication are some of the fastest in the industry. Services Provided ▸ Sales ▸ Installations ▸ Preferred Contractor Referrals ▸ Distribution ▸ Online Store ▸ Wooden and Steel framed kits ▸ Nationwide Shipping ▸ Technical Assistance Areas Served ▸ Nationwide Sales and Distribution ▸ Installation Services in CA Certifications and Awards ▸ Best of the best Television 2015 ▸ Best of Houzz 2013 ▸ Best of Houzz 2014 ▸ Best of Houzz 2015 Our cable railing looks like the pics below. We added our own redwood as the handrail!! We got the kit within 2-3 weeks (October 2015) already pre-cut and pre-drilled and ready for us to install. AWESOME!! Article contributed by Brenda Daughtery and Cece Reinhart from Greenrvlife.com ▸ Click on thumbnail to view larger image. ▸ Hit browser back button to return.
“Utilizing Stainless Steel Protector Sleeves” Cable railing installation tips for wooden cable railings: A popular and cost effective choice for constructing cable railings, and cable fences. Wood framing is typically a warmer and more natural feel for those rustic or landscape style railing applications that do not call for more contemporary stainless steel railing posts. Despite the cost benefits, wood posts do require different considerations for a successful cable railing installation. Wood selection and wood types will play a large role in the longevity of a cable railing system. Common exterior wood types include western red cedar, redwood, douglas fir, and Ipe Brazilian hardwood. Timbers should contain minimal knots, and feature tight grain whenever availability permits. Clear timbers are typically stronger than construction grade timbers. One simple and inexpensive way to add durability to wooden cable railing posts is by utilizing stainless steel sleeves inside the cable perforations. Stainless steel protector sleeves will assure that when turning a corner, bending, or traveling through jigs and jogs, the cable does not “bite”into wood framing members. “Biting” can result in loss of cable tension or damage to wood railing posts. In addition to the added protection, the cables will tension faster and react against a hard stainless steel sleeve vs. a softer wooden post. Stainless steel protector sleeves also help by reducing moisture intrusion, and provide a more finished look than bare wood perforations. Even hardwood posts like Ipe and Mangaris require stainless sleeves when bending occurs. San Diego Cable Railings offers stainless steel sleeves for a la carte purchase at the online store. Our preferred installers utilize stainless steel protector sleeves on all wood framed cable railing applications. If you have questions about stainless steel protector sleeves please visit www.sandiegocablerailings.com or call us at 844-277-7327. Cable Railing Installation Tips: utilizing stainless steel cable and protector sleeves:
San Diego Cable Railings offers bare stainless steel deck railing posts for both fascia mounted and surface mounted railing types. These pre made railing posts are pre drilled, cut to length and great for fast and easy installations. We offer both type 304 and 316 stainless steel with a smooth knock down finish that won’t smudge or show fingerprints like electro polished stainless steel options. The featured photograph was provided by one of our preferred Los Angeles cable railing installers at Megorden Construction. The guys at Megorden are outdoor construction specialists and real pros when it comes to installing quality custom decks, outdoor structures, and cable railing systems. We have preferred contractors in several metros offering installation services for all of our cable railing products. San Diego Cable Railings offers American made railing posts and ships complete railing kits to 50 states. Quality products and true cable railing professionals combine for great finished product that will withstand the elements and the test of time. Stainless steel deck railing posts are a durable and attractive option that will provide ultimate corrosion resistance and survive the test of time. Give us a call at 844-277-7327 or visit us online at www.sandiegocablerailings.com and get your stainless steel cable railings today!!
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Rural New York Cable Railing- Summer of 2015 is coming to a close. We’ve had a great deck season at San Diego Cable Railings and new york cable railing projects are becoming more and more popular! Cable railing kits have been a solid choice for DIY and contractor clientele across the country. A mental picture of New York may bring imagery of tall buildings and busy streets, but outside the city another backdrop exists and from the photo alone one may never guess the location. Our project showcase photo features a beautiful deck and cable railing at a country retreat in New York. This photo is a great representation of the versatility of stainless steel cable. So often cable railings are associated with minimalist or modern / contemporary railing designs, but some of the most beautiful deckand railing projects have natural back drops. Landscape settings provide an awesome canvas
SD Cable Railings Has Excellent Reviews: Relationship: Client Project Date: July 2015 Project Price: $10,000 – $49,999 A totally professional experience for a reasonably handy DIYer! From sale to installation the customer service experience was one of the best I ever experienced. Attentive, knowledgeable, responsive, courteous, are but a few superlatives which come to mind.
Cable Railings for Decks have made an amazing transformation in recent years. The DIY movement and home remodeling projects and shows have become a staple in a rebounding economy. Yesterday’s wooden picket railings have been replaced by a plethora of natural and synthetic railing options and todays consumers have more choices than ever. Some major drivers for popular railing choices are durability, cost, and ease of maintenance. Cable railings have become a top choice for residential deck rails by offering a combination of durability and beauty, as well as cost effective railing options. Transparency and a modern aesthetic provided by these types of railings have proven to be desirable and created a large demand for cable rails and cable rail fencing for decks. Cable railings for decks can be constructed quickly and easily by semi skilled or DIY installers with proper instruction and product knowledge. The featured photos illustrate a variety of stainless cable deck railings utilized for different styles and applications. Despite popular belief that stainless steel is expensive, cable railings can cost compete with composite, rod iron, and glass railing options. Wood framed cable railings are the most cost effective versions of popular stainless cable framing options. Western red cedar, redwood, and Ipe hardwood are among the top choices for exterior wood types. All three contain natural acids that provide natural resistance to rot and insects. At San Diego Cable Railings we offer cable railing kits to satisfy a broad consumer base with cable and hardware packages for all types of building media. Our cable railings have been installed on masonry decks, wood, hardwood, synthetic, tile, and for both residential and commercial use. We combine wooden, steel, and even synthetic materials with stainless steel cable infill. The results are a wide variety of style and color choices, durable materials, and cost effective railing systems that last. Stainless steel cable railings for decks can last 30+ years with minimal cleaning and maintenance. Examples of cable railings for decks:
A stainless steel cable fencing package provided by San Diego Cable Railings. Contains: medium grey powder coated railing posts, natural hardwood top railings and 1/8” stainless steel cables for railing infill. Aesthetically, stainless steel cables will reflect whatever surrounding materials exist. Whether it be a landscape or coastal view, you will not find a more transparent barrier. Strength and safety are a non issue due to the 1/8”, 1×19 architectural braided cable that can sustain loads in excess of 1800 lbs. Even from 5 feet away at high resolution the stainless steel cables disappear into the landscape. Earth tones and clean lines provide the minimalist look of this barrier fence that lacks nothing when it comes to stability. Our customers were extremely happy with the results and the elegant framework we provided to finish off this beautifully landscaped backyard. If you have questions on which stainless steel cable assemblies, posts, and hardware are the right choice for your cable railing or cable fencing project please visit the quote request page.
Cable Railing Code Compliance- Cable railings are also sometimes referred to as wire railings. The horizontal cables are typically threaded through a variety of different deck railing posts, and the cables are then tensioned to provide rigidity and ensure safety. Cable railing installations have raised some questions throughout the years about code compliance. The horizontal nature and deflection associated with cable railings differs from the standard solid vertical balusters we’ve grown accustomed to for so many years. Stainless steel cable railings have become very popular due to the clean lines, and unobstructed views through the cables. In addition T316 marine grade stainless steel is ultra corrosion resistant. But are cable railings safe? Do they satisfy building code? Although codes and municipalities vary and you should always check your local codes; the answer is YES!
Stainless cable gates are a great way to create a barrier entry point without blocking the view or interrupting a railing design. These gates can be powder coated with any of our popular color selections or furnished with a dusted stainless steel finish. Cable gates are sleek and durable, keeping your pets and family safe, or creating a focal point for modern style entries. SD Cable Railings stainless cable gates will withstand the elements and the test of time. Stainless Steel gates will facilitate 36” or 42” railings, and can be provided with or without mounting hardware (hinges, latch). Custom sizes are available. Due to the nature of this product, specific dimensions are required and can be provided through our quote request page to obtain pricing and shipping info. If you have questions about stainless steel gates, please call us at 844-277-7327 or use the online “quote request.” Check out these recent photos from custom railing projects.