Cable Railing Systems for Decks
Whether you’re building a new deck or remodeling an existing one Keuka Studios offers a variety of cable railings systems for decks. There are six standard post styles to choose from and many accessories and materials available to suit your home and your style. Although we offer a standard variety of posts we have creative designers that have the ability to develop unique post styles for your cable railing system.
When you’re deciding to purchase a cable railing system for your deck it is important to understand what is included with our system:
-Design and rendering service. Unless your project is a simple, level rectangular deck, your probably going to need some custom-designed posts. During this process, we work this all out and can provide renderings showing optional styles and colors to help you visualize the finished project. We are particularly good at making your project look cohesive and elegant. Just look at our Deck Railing Gallery and I am sure you will agree.
-The individual railing posts. There are different posts available for end posts, intermediate posts, and stair posts. All are available as either a surface, fascia, or under-mount configuration.
– All the cables with fittings required to complete the project. These can be for 1/8th-inch or 3/16th-inch cables. 3/16th-inch cable is more common on commercial railing systems.
-All mounting hardware for installation. 18-8 stainless steel is standard, and 316 stainless is optional (for coastal applications).
-The top rail (optional) is available in wood, steel, or aluminum.
-Keuka cable railing fittings including a fitting installation kit.
We offer a variety of additional accessories for cable railing systems that include: posts and rails, custom-designed to accommodate LED lighting. Escutcheon Plates to hide mounting hardware, and nut caps to hide hex lag screws. In addition, we can custom-design a matching gate for your project.
We offer 6 standard cable railing designs. The Keuka, Ithaca, Chicago, Tokyo, Kauai, and Prairie. Each style offers a different look and feel to complement your home’s style. We can also make a custom design where your imagination is the only limitation. Each post style can be purchased in a range of materials with associated costs relative to the material chosen. Available materials include Steel, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel. Available finishes are:
Depending on the type of metal, the railing posts can be powder-coated, galvanized, galvanize with powder-coat, anodized, brushed, or polished.
– Powder-Coating, available on steel, aluminum, or stainless steel.
– hot dipped galvanized, available on steel only.
– hot dipped galvanized plus powder coat, available on steel only.
– Clear Anodizing, available on aluminum.
– Brushed or polished finish, available on stainless steel and aluminum.
Keuka Style Curved Deck Railing Post
Our signature Keuka railing post style has a curved profile and can be made to be fascia-mounted or surface mounted. This railing style beautifully complements architecture with curved roofs, decks, or balconies.
Ithaca Style Sleek Stainless Steel Deck Cable Railing System
The Ithaca-style cable railing has sleek thin posts to be the least obstructive to the view beyond. This railing can be surface-mounted or fascia-mounted or under-mounted. The Ithaca style railing looks sleek and streamlined on modern homes and blends simply into almost any architectural style.
Chicago Style Industrial Deck Railing Post
Unique to Keuka Studios the Chicago Style cable railing boasts an industrial edge. Our clients have installed this railing on modern and industrial architecture with exposed beams to add a sleek contemporary look.
Tokyo Style Slim Deck Cable Railing System
The Tokyo Style cable railing has sharp lines and a sleek profile. The corner posts have a unique style with thin square bars that add an Asian influence.
Kauai Style Cable Railing For Decks
The Kauai Style has slender intermediate posts with double-bar end posts connected with round stainless steel standoffs between the corner posts. This style works well with modern and contemporary architecture and allows for vista views.
Cable Railings System for Decks with Prairie Post
The prairie posts are reminiscent of an I-beam with a unique motif design on each of the posts. This style complements an industrial look as well as prairie-style architecture including homes with low roof lines. This look can be designed without the motif cut-out resulting in a more traditional I-beam appearance for an industrial aesthetic.
What type of top rail are available for decks? Top rails are available in a variety of styles, shapes, and materials including wood, aluminum, and steel. There are several factors to consider when choosing top rails. Depending on the railing style of choice some top rails will work better than others. Each top rail will have an associated cost depending on size, material, and finish of choice.
Let us help you customize a cable railing system of your choice for your deck to suit your home’s style. Wondering how to install a cable railing on your deck? We have an easy step-by-step guide.
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