Steel Stair and Porch Railing

This was a front entry railing installation on a stone faced home with a wide stair and landing leading up to the front door. The homeowner wanted a railing that felt appropriate for the traditional character of the property and the vertical bar design in matte black was the right fit for the stone exterior and the warm wood tone of the front door.

The scope included the stair railings on both sides and the panel sections across the porch landing, giving the entire entry a defined and finished look. The post bases are anchored into the slate tile and stone which requires the right approach to make sure the anchoring is solid without compromising the finished surface around it. On a front entry with this level of exterior detail that matters.

The proportions of the railing relative to the staircase and landing are something we pay attention to on every residential job. Too heavy and it overwhelms the entry, too light and it looks inadequate for the space. This installation sits in the right place and the homeowner ended up with a front entry that is safe, functional, and looks like it was always part of the house.