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Key Takeaways A metal stair railing is a railing system whose posts, balusters, or rails are made from iron, steel, stainless steel, or aluminum, prized for strength, slim sightlines, and long service life. Wrought iron and steel suit traditional and modern interiors, stainless steel and aluminum resist corrosion and work well outdoors. Design style, material, […]

Key Takeaways Handrails must sit between 34 and 38 inches above the stair nosing under the International Residential Code (IRC). Guardrails must be at least 36 inches high on residential stairs and landings, and at least 42 inches in most commercial settings under the International Building Code (IBC). A 4-inch sphere cannot pass through any […]

Few residential architectural features create as much visual impact as a floating staircase design. The appearance of stair treads suspended in midair immediately captures attention and transforms an ordinary entry into a striking design statement. But homeowners often have questions. Are floating staircases safe? How are floating stairs built? How do floating stairs stay up? […]