Why Cable Railing is a good option for decks
When you’re looking for deck railing, you want a system that will keep your views open. Whether you live on a lake, or in front of a beautiful mountain view — or if you simply want to be able to see your own backyard — no one wants bulky posts cluttering their view.
Cable deck railing is one of the best exterior railing options. Its thin lines keep your views open. Stainless steel cable railing is easy to clean and maintain over time. Plus, it’s a safe option for kids and guests of all ages. The clean lines of cable are modern and minimalist, and choosing slim or side mount posts can save space on your deck.
How Viewrail is Different From Other Deck Railing Systems
With Viewrail, you will get a highly customizable system. Cable railing is available in over 13 different powder coat colors. Choose the right color for your home with one that reflects your personal style.
You can choose to work with a dedicated team of experts and engineers — or simply purchase your own system online. If you’re worried about a project with unique requirements, the Viewrail system can be custom-made and manufactured for you specifically.
Benefits of Viewrail Cable Railing
Viewrail cable railing systems for decks has a long list of benefits. Unlike other cable deck railing systems in the industry, it is:
- Completely corrosion resistant
- Easy to install
- Supports both metal and wood systems
- Has no exposed fasteners or hardware
- Simple to tension
Most competitors build their railing systems with the less optimal 316 stainless steel. If exposed to the elements for too long, 316 stainless steel will begin to rust. Our cable deck railing will never rust. You can install by the water with peace of mind.
Viewrail’s cable deck railing is simple to install. You will need a few basic tools, plus a few specialized tools for cutting and crimping cable. To make this easier, we offer complete installation kits, which contain all the tools you need to mount your posts, crimp and fasten cable, and install the deck railing. Even if you have no experience in building or assembling, we provide easy-to-follow instructions.
Cable railing is a great choice because of its thin, horizontal lines. But not all cable railing systems for decks are created equal. Some of them have protruding hardware. Viewrail is the superior option because we’ve mastered the art of hidden fasteners. Every component that is responsible for tensioning and anchoring the cables remains hidden inside the wooden or metal posts. So your view stays perfectly clear. We can also turn a corner using only one post. Most other systems require two.
Finally, our cable railing kits come with everything you need to tension lines of cable for your system. All our hardware is made out of 2205 stainless steel, so it will never corrode. Follow a simple installation guide to install into either wood or metal posts.
Metal and Wood Posts for Cable Deck Railing
Our installation kits help you install cables into both metal and wood posts. You can purchase metal posts through Viewrail, or use your own wood posts to save money. Both options are simple for DIY homeowners.
Metal posts typically come in stainless steel or aluminum. Customize them with a brushed finish or choose from our wide variety of powder coats. Wood posts give a natural and strong appearance, and they’re easy to customize by choosing different wood species, stain, and finish. You can use your current wood posts with a component kit to tension cable from one post to another. Viewrail’s DriveTite Exterior is perfect for adding cable railing to pre-existing wood posts with little modification to your deck.
The kits are DIY friendly, which is an attractive feature for many deck owners. Installing a cable railing system yourself using pre-existing wood posts are two great ways to save time and money on your project. If you are looking to purchase metal posts, they are also DIY accessible.
What’s the Install Process For Posts on Decks?
Surface Mount
Perfect for a wide deck, Surface Mount posts attach to the surface of your deck. They can be specially ordered for hard surfaces such as concrete or tile, and can be used on both flat surfaces and angled runs. Paired with cable deck railing, surface mount posts create a classic minimalistic look.
Now, you’re nearly ready to mount the posts. Start by laying the posts in the position where they should be mounted. Measure carefully to be sure that the posts are spaced at least 4” apart. You may be tempted to speed through this step, but resist the urge.
Carefully measuring will save you lots of time in the long run. Once they are in place, screw the posts down using mounting screws. For more detailed installation instructions, check out our installation guide.
Examples: Deck Cable Railing at Silver Beach, Cable for a Bal Harbour Deck, Tennis Court Deck Railing, Cable Deck Railing Posts For a Coastal Home
Side Mount
The process of installing side mount posts is the same as Surface Mount posts (above). For more detailed installation instructions, check out our installation guide.
Examples: Waterfront Stainless Steel Cable, Cable Railing for Double Balconies, St. Kitts Cable Railing Renovation, Cable Railing for a Gorgeous Beach Deck
Code Considerations for Cable Railing on Decks
Viewrail is committed to providing stainless steel cable railing that is completely up to code. We encourage all our customers to check their local code and building requirements. Because cable railing code can differ according to where to live, it’s important to read up on your local requirements.
Final Information & How to Start Your Decking Project
Use our Design Help form to plan your project. Shop cable railing systems by Viewrail when you’re ready to begin your project. If you have more questions, reach out to our team of experts. They’ll be happy to answer any questions you have about cable deck railing.
