Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile and handles the lakeside damp well. Tempered glass is hard to beat where a lake view is involved, and stainless cable suits a modern look. Aluminum is a smart choice for moisture-prone spots. For older homes, properly sealed ornamental iron fits the period. We help you weigh the options for your specific staircase.

It depends on the home's design. Frameless glass is hard to beat where a lake view is involved. For warmth and a custom feel, brass and bronze are exceptional and age beautifully. Powder-coated steel offers clean modern lines and durability, 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, handling the damp climate well and available in nearly any color. For an open feel, tempered glass and stainless cable both perform well here and suit the city's modern homes. Aluminum is a smart pick for moisture-prone spots. We will walk you through the options for your specific staircase.

Powder-coated steel is the most versatile and handles the damp climate well in nearly any color. For a more open feel, tempered glass and stainless cable both perform well here. Aluminum is a smart choice for moisture-prone spots. For older homes, properly sealed ornamental iron fits the period. We will walk you through the options for your specific staircase.