Frequently Asked Questions

Both ends of the spectrum. Refined modern metal and frameless glass suit the contemporary lakeside homes, while ornamental ironwork in brass or bronze remains in demand for the more formal and traditional interiors. The common thread is a high level of finish, regardless of style.

It splits by area. Around the Capitol and the historic neighborhoods, ornamental and traditional metal railings that match the period of the home lead. In newer homes and updated downtown interiors, clean modern metal, glass, and cable are most requested. The capital's mix of historic and modern keeps both in steady demand.

Modern metal, glass, and cable, by a wide margin, especially on the open and floating stairs in contemporary homes and in commercial lobbies. Matte-black steel and clean cable runs are the most requested. Ornamental work shows up occasionally on more traditional homes toward the city's edges.

Modern metal, glass, and cable lead, especially in newer homes and remodels with open-concept layouts. Matte-black steel is the most-requested finish. For older Renton homes, ornamental and traditional metal railings that match the home's character stay in steady demand.

It splits by neighborhood. In the historic North End and Stadium District, ornamental and traditional metal railings that match the period of the home lead. In the downtown lofts, warehouse conversions, and modern remodels, clean metal, cable, and glass are most requested. Tacoma's mix of old and new keeps both in steady demand.

It depends on the look, but the constant is marine-grade specification. Frameless glass keeps the lake view open and uses marine-grade stainless hardware. Stainless cable in 316-grade handles the lakeside air. Bronze weathers to a dignified patina, and aluminum will not corrode at all. We help you and your designer choose for each part of the property, always specified for the waterfront.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile, strong and, finished over a primer, durable in the damp Eastside winters in nearly any color. Aluminum will not rust, making it a smart choice for moisture-prone spots, and for lakeside decks we use 316-grade stainless. Tempered glass and stainless cable both hold up well outdoors here. We help you weigh the options for your specific deck and exposure.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile, durable in the wet valley winters when finished over a primer, in nearly any color. Aluminum will not rust, a smart pick for moisture-prone spots, and we use marine-grade stainless for cable and glass hardware. Tempered glass and cable both perform well on a deck here. Since we are local, stop by the showroom and we will walk you through the options for your deck.