Railing guides
Plain-English guides for Riverside homeowners choosing, pricing and caring for custom railings and iron gates.
Building an ADU? Plan the Railings Before Framing
ADUs with exterior stairs, second stories or decks need code-compliant railings. What's required, which styles suit an ADU, and how to plan railings with your builder.
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Cable Railing vs. Glass Railing: Which Is Right for Your Home?
Cable vs. glass railings compared for Riverside homes. Views, cost, wind, safety for kids, cleaning and maintenance, and which works best where.
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Powder Coating vs. Paint for Iron Railings and Gates
Powder coating vs. paint for iron railings and gates in the Inland Empire. Durability, cost, colors, touch-ups and which to choose for indoor and outdoor work.
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Wrought Iron vs. Aluminum Railings: Pros, Cons and Costs
Wrought iron (steel) vs. aluminum railings compared for Riverside homes. Strength, rust, look, weight, cost and which fits stairs, balconies and gates.
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