Frequently Asked Questions

Near the water, marine-grade specification matters most. Tempered glass keeps the lake view open with marine-grade hardware, stainless cable in 316-grade handles the lakeside air, and aluminum will not rust at all. Powder-coated steel, finished over a primer, is versatile and durable for decks set back from the water. We help you weigh the options for your specific deck and exposure.

Near the water, marine-grade specification matters most. For the inlet air we use 316-grade stainless for cable and glass hardware, and properly finished steel or rust-free aluminum elsewhere. Tempered glass keeps a view open, and for historic homes, ornamental iron finished for the outdoors fits the period. We help you weigh the options for your deck or porch and its exposure.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile, durable in the wet winters when finished over a primer, in nearly any color. Aluminum will not rust, a smart pick for shaded, tree-canopy spots that stay damp. For decks, tempered glass and stainless cable both perform well and suit the city's modern homes. We help you weigh the options for your specific deck and exposure.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile, strong and, finished over a primer, durable in the wet winters in nearly any color. Aluminum will not rust, a smart pick for moisture-prone spots, and near the lake at Kennydale we use 316-grade stainless. Tempered glass and stainless cable both perform well on a deck here. We help you weigh the options for your specific deck and exposure.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile, since it is strong and, finished over a primer, handles the wet well in nearly any color. Aluminum is a smart choice where rust is a concern because it will not corrode, and for decks near saltwater we use marine-grade stainless. Tempered glass and stainless cable both perform well outdoors here too. We help you weigh the options for your specific deck and its exposure.

Near the water, marine-grade specification matters most. For salt-air exposure we use 316-grade stainless for cable and glass hardware, and properly finished steel or rust-free aluminum elsewhere. Tempered glass keeps a bluff-top view open, and for historic homes, ornamental iron finished for the outdoors fits the period. We help you weigh the options for your deck or porch and its exposure.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile choice, since it handles the damp Eastside climate well and comes in nearly any color. For a more open feel, tempered glass and stainless cable both hold up well here. For traditional and historic homes, properly sealed ornamental iron is the way to go. We will walk you through the trade-offs for your specific staircase.

It depends on the home and the look. Steel paired with a timber top rail is a versatile, durable choice that suits mountain interiors and handles the climate well when finished properly. Cable and glass both keep an open stair light and preserve the view. For a rustic lodge feel, forged ornamental iron fits. We help you weigh the options and the attachment to your home's construction.

It depends on the home and the view. Frameless glass is the strongest choice where an outlook is involved. Slim powder-coated steel gives clean modern lines and durability in the damp climate, brass and bronze bring warmth and a custom feel, and properly finished ornamental iron suits traditional interiors. We help you and your designer weigh the options for the specific staircase.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile and handles the damp valley climate well in nearly any color. For an open feel, tempered glass and stainless cable both perform well here. Aluminum is a smart pick for moisture-prone spots. For older homes, properly sealed ornamental iron fits. Since we are local, stop by the showroom and we will walk you through the options for your staircase.