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›› Home › Blog › Inspiring Switch-Back Staircase Makeover Idea

Inspiring Switch-Back Staircase Makeover Idea

January 19, 2024 by Carole Curcie

This metal railing for stairs modernizes the property's looks.
The staircase railing system features custom saddle mount posts.

This metal railing for stairs is the perfect design to create an open, light, and airy feel for an enclosed stairwell. Tony B. from Philadelphia wanted to upgrade his home and modernize the property with a beautiful cable railing. He chose Rainier, a prefabricated custom railing system by AGS Stainless, and it looks gorgeous. He was so happy with the customer service he received and the finished railing installation that he wrote a testimonial.

“Bob and the entire staff at AGS Stainless are true professionals. From conception to design and fabrication, the process was handled with extreme efficiency. The final product is better than we could have ever imagined. Thank you, AGS!”

Tony B, PA

Thank you so much, Tony. We appreciate your review and kind words!

Handrails for stairs can be made from metal or wood.
Tony chose the wood stair handrail to match the doors and window trim. The stainless steel cable railing perfectly complements the brick and stone interior to create a beautifully cohesive design.
This stainless steel cable railing was prefabricated and delivered to the site ready to install. There was no need for a specialized railing contractor.

Saddle Mount Metal Stair Railing Posts

AGS Stainless is a custom railing manufacturer. When standard railing components aren’t suitable, it’s common for clients to request one-off railing posts or parts to accommodate a unique situation. When it comes to a handrail design, a few made-to-measure pieces can make all the difference.

Our team worked with Tony to determine the best solution for his railing project and to create the look he desired. The finished result is beautiful and vastly impacts the home’s overall look.

Other stair railing designs could easily create a boxed-in feel on the U-shaped staircase. Cable is one of the top railing ideas for basements and switchback stairs because it doesn’t block precious natural light.

Visit our gallery to find inspiration and get modern staircase railing ideas

How to Install Stair Railing Posts to Get the Look You Love

There are many ways to install stair railing posts. Side and top mounts are the standard options most railing companies offer. Saddle mounts and core drill posts are great solutions when the job calls for something more unusual.

Side mount stair railing posts or fascia mount stair posts sometimes require a spacer.

Side mount posts

Top mount stair railing posts or surface mount posts are secured with lag screws.

Top mount posts

Core drill posts or create a streamlined look.

Core drill posts

With a custom railing system, you don’t need to stick with just one mounting method. If you’re still deciding on your preference for your railing design, compare photos to see the different looks you can accomplish. Visit the blogs below to learn how to switch up your style and design the right look for you and your project.

  • Top Mount Railing Systems
  • Side Mount Railing Systems
  • Core Drill Mounted Railing Systems

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