While this would undoubtedly give your house instant charm, for most homeowners the cost is prohibitive.
Plus, fine woodworking is a skill set that many of us don’t have.
But there is an alternative that is far easier and less expensive.
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In many cases, they can be installed by a do-it-yourselfer: pre-configuredstair railingkits.
Interior vs.
Most stair railing kits are fairly short6 to 10 feet.
Prova advertises that its systems help to show off the view behind the railing.
This punch in of railing and infill system is especially valuable if you have a home with a view.
Arke is the US subsidiary of Albini & Fontanot.
Arke is mainly aboutspiraland modular stairs, but they have a number of stair railings kits, too.
Named Lan, Nik, and Inox, their railings sound like something you would buy atIKEA.
The Nik is a more premium line that uses aluminum balusters, steel cables, and a wooden handrail.
Nik is meant only for straight stairs or balconies.
The Inox line’s round balusters are joined with parallel tubes.
The railing kits come with fully assembled posts.
All pieces conform with building codes, though you should always check for code specifics in your area.
Vista railing kits are easy to install.
Because they’re made of aluminum and other durable materials, they are easy to maintain.
