

Interior cable railings and cable stair railings have seen significant growth in popularity over the past few years. Consumers are seeking out more contemporary and modern railing options due to the clean lines and desire for a less traditional style. Steel railing posts and stainless cable have become a modern replacement for wooden spindles and balusters. Interior cable railings can take years off of the look of an older home and provide a very attractive option for an entryway. Some popular interior cable railing applications include barrier railings for lofts and hallways, as well as small to large scale stairway installations. A variety of steel and hardwood top railings are utilized to tie in with the look of existing homes. On many occasions customers will match top railings to existing hardwood flooring for an updated look that still generates warmth without being ultra modern or cold. Cable stair railings are here to stay.
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 Yesterday’s wooden picket railings have been replaced by a plethora of natural and synthetic railing options and todays consumers have more choices than ever.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:
Wood framed cable railing systems are the most cost effective way to construct a stainless steel cable railing. Wood timbers provide a warm feel, and offer the beauty of a natural and sustainable building material. Combined with the durability and clean lines of stainless steel cable, wooden cable railings are a great option for cable fencing as well. All of our wood framing members come from local US vendors that utilize sustainable harvesting practices. Cedar, Redwood, and Ipe Hardwood, are all great choices for wood framed cable railing and fencing. These woods contain acids that make them naturally resistant to rot and termites. Wood timbers can be stained, painted, or left untreated to weather naturally. Re-sawn timbers provide a rustic appearance and feel while smooth timbers appear more contemporary and linear. Rough textures will hold products like penetrating oils and paint much longer than smooth finishes. High quality finishes will extend the life of your wood framing and keep them looking beautiful for the long term. At San Diego Cable Railings we provide complete railing kits that utilize pre made wooden posts, Pre made wooden railing posts come pre drilled and we also offer pre finished. We include fasteners and mounting hardware as well as the DIY cable assemblies for a complete railing package. Pre made wood cable railing posts will save time and headaches when it comes to installation. Pre drilled holes provide accuracy and pre finished materials will eliminate messes and cleanup time on the job. Save time, and remove the guesswork from your deck railing project with a natural wood cable railing kit from San Diego Cable Railings. If you would like to speak to one of our cable railing professionals about wood framed cable cable railing please visit the quote request page or call 844-277-7327. Examples of wood framed cable railing:
We know that owning a home can be costly and requires constant maintenance, so remodeling and doing upgrades can seem out of reach. San Diego Cable Railings understands and can try and save you a penny or two! Years of designing and installing
Weʻve added three new products to our Online Store, each of which will make installing your new DIY Cable Assembly system a breeze to install, while also providing long-lasting durability and a professional looking finish. Look for our Intermediate Picket/Spreader Post to help allow for larger spacing of structural post members by shortening the distance between cable spans. Each picket/spreader comes with silver powder coated mounting plates and fasteners for a sleek and modern metallic finish.
One of the greatest parts about our cable railing systems is that you can use them indoors and outdoors. We offer several colors in our powder coated steel post systems and we recently had an order for a large estate located in Palm Springs, CA. They sent us some pictures of how they used the powder coated steel system with hardwood top railings.It looks great right next to the pool and is an affordable way to section off areas without obstructing the view of the pool! Want to make your deck or pool look like this one? Request a quote for your new DIY system, or give us a call today! Thanks to Bruce at Palm Springs Luxury Estate for the photos!
We know you have a choice in who you choose for your construction materials, so why choose San Diego Cable Railings? 1. Fabricated in the USA All of our railing systems are made fabricated locally in San Diego. We’ve built 100’s of decks, fences, and railings, and installed cable railings and fencing all over southern California.
Look how easy it is to install a San Diego Cable Railing wood-framed system. A new client asked how fast San Diego Cable Rail system can be installed. Rather than tell them, we decided to show them on this gorgeous custom home construction. ▸ We prepared all the posts and top rails — pre-drilled, stained and sealed ▸ We did the job on a single run of cable ▸ We were able to complete the installation in 1 1/2 days. ▸ The contractor paid us via PayPal. We take all the work out of cable railing installations, so you can focus on other parts of their project.