How do exterior railings hold up to mountain winters and freeze-thaw?
Well, when detailed for it. The freeze-thaw cycles are the real test, so we finish steel through a multi-step process, detail the connections so meltwater cannot pool and freeze, and use marine-grade hardware on cable and glass. Built this way, an exterior railing handles the cold and the snow load season after season, including on a home that sits empty through winter.
Do you install exterior railings outside of Cle Elum too?
Yes. We serve Cle Elum, Roslyn, South Cle Elum, Suncadia, and the wider Kittitas County area, and we are based on the west side in Kent, so we cover the greater Seattle and Puget Sound region as well. We make the trip over the Pass for mountain deck projects.
Can you combine materials like wood and metal on an exterior railing?
Yes, and in the Cle Elum area it is one of the most popular approaches. A timber top rail over steel or cable picks up the beams and woodwork these homes are built from. Because we fabricate in-house, we combine timber and metal cleanly in one deck railing and finish each for the mountain conditions.
What is the best exterior railing material for a mountain home in Cle Elum?
Steel paired with a timber top rail is a versatile, durable choice that suits mountain decks and, finished properly and detailed for freeze-thaw, handles the climate well. Cable and glass both keep a view deck open and use marine-grade hardware that resists the conditions. Aluminum will not rust. We help you weigh the options and the attachment to your home's construction.