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Cable Railings

Sleek, modern style for unobstructed views

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Modern Design with an Open View

Transform your outdoor living space with the sleek sophistication of RailingWorks® Cable Railings. Crafted to deliver the strength and security of a traditional railing system while maintaining clear, unobstructed views, these railings are the perfect balance of safety and style.

Ideal for updating an older porch or deck, or for adding a contemporary finishing touch to a new build, cable railings bring a modern architectural edge to any home. Their slim, streamlined profile enhances your property’s aesthetics without blocking sightlines—whether overlooking a backyard, waterfront, or scenic landscape.

Built from premium aluminum and stainless steel components, RailingWorks® Cable Railings are engineered for long-lasting durability and maintenance-free performance. Every system is custom designed and precision manufactured to fit your deck layout, saving time, money, and unnecessary material waste.

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Black cable railing with LockDry decking

Cable Rail Features

Low Maintenance

Aluminum and Stainless steel cable railing eliminates painting, waterproofing and repair.

Sleek and Safe

A modern style with the structure and safety of traditional railing.

UV Stable

RailingWorks® powder coat finish guarantees that you’ll never have to paint or waterproof again.

Custom Designed

Nexan's CAD department creates approval drawings on all railing orders for customer approval.

Ready to Install

We custom build your railings to spec. Delivered with just a simple screw and snap together assembly.

Lifetime Warranty

Each RailingWorks® decking system comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

Modern style that lasts a lifetime.

For homeowners who prefer a sleek, modern style, cable railings from RailingWorks® truly demonstrate that less is more. Cable Railings provide low maintenance living and additional safety for your outdoor living space, all without obstructing your view.

Railing Colors

white picket fence
White
Light Grey
Granite Grey
silver picket fence
Radiant Silver
Buckskin
Saddle Brown
burnished slate picket fence
Burnished Slate
black powdercoat
Black
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AAMA 2604 powder coat finish. The color sample shown on your screen may vary from the actual color of the product.
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Cable Railing Profiles & Dimensions

36″ (typical use: first level deck) | 42″ (typical use: second level or above) | Custom height

Quote and Ordering Options

1. Select your Post and Mounting Preference.

2″ post, flat base railing assembly with a continuous top cap.

2″ post, pedestal mount railing assembly with a continuous top cap.

3″ post, flat base mount railing assembly.

3″ post, pedestal mount railing assembly.

2″ post, fascia mount railing assembly with a continuous top cap.

2″ post, concrete core mount railing with a continuous top cap.

3″ post, concrete core mount railing assembly.

2″-3″ post combination in flat and pedestal mount.

4″ post, flat base mount railing assembly.

Wall or column mount.

2. Select your railing height.

36″ tall (Typically used on first level decks)

42″ tall (Typically used on second level and above decks)

Custom

3. Select your Railing accessories.

Lighting Options


All configurations are available in a 36″, 42″ or custom height. Also, all of our different infill styles are available for each configuration.

Cable Railing Styles

FAQ's

Where do I order or get product information?

All customer support & sales are handled in-house. Simply fill out a contact form or call us at 1-888-739-6172.

What is the typical process for placing an order?

  1. Submit a drawing of your deck showing all outside dimensions along with any stair rise and run dimensions. A design sheet is available in the download page.
  2. We will generate a quote and make any necessary changes.
  3. Once satisfied, we will need to sign the quote along with a 50% deposit to place the order. Once received, we will schedule and generate approval drawings.
  4. Once all changes have been made to the approval drawings, we require a signed copy of the drawings to generate our manufacturing drawings to send for manufacturing.

How long does it take to receive my order after it is placed?

Delivery times can vary because all of our orders are custom built to your specifications. Contact us for current lead times.

How are orders shipped?

Our preferred shipping is with ABF Freight LTL or a dedicated freight shipment. When your railing system is shipped, the carrier will call you 24 hours before delivery to schedule a time. It is the customer’s responsibility to unload the truck. We box all components for easy removal. Small items are with UPS.

Will I need any other materials for installation?

Our standard railing systems come complete including hardware. Only basic hand tools are needed.

What railing heights are available?

Railing heights are available in either 36″ or 42″ tall. Custom heights are also available.

How far can I span between railing post?

The maximum span between post for residential applications is 6’ for standard railings and 8’ for the Traditional line of railings.

What about custom colors?

We do offer custom colors on large orders, 1,000 linear foot and up.

What are your advantages over other railing companies?

We specialize in custom building your railings for your application. Most other companies will provide you with full length materials & basic instructions so you do all the fabrication. We provide you with CAD drawings of your deck showing all materials, lengths, & locations, then we produce your railings to the drawings. A simple screw and snap together assembly!

Does it cost extra for the custom design?

No, we consider the custom design and CAD drawings a service any customer should receive for a project of this nature. It helps insure there are no problems with the orders placed, the materials received, and with our design recommendations it ensures you receive a railing system that will be installed correctly and safely.

Tech Specs

Material: Railing components are 6005A-T6 aluminum which is about 30% stronger than typical 6063-T5 alloys.

Finish: Durable high-density polyester Powder-Coat finish. Meets AAMA 2604 standards.

UV Stable Powder Coat. No before and after color changes found with most composite deck products. Most composite products fade more in 3 months than FSI's AAMA 2604 powder coat in 5 years.

Height: Standard heights are 36" and 42". Alternate heights available by request.

Spacing: Standard picket spacing is 3 7/8" inside.

Fasteners: Stainless steel fasteners are used throughout the railing assembly.

Code Compliance: Picket Railings have been tested to meet multiple ICC International Building Codes. Codes do vary by city, county and state. It is the customers responsibility to ensure the rail system will meet local codes.

Load Testing: Rails are professionally tested by an independent testing laboratory and Professional Engineers to meet international safety requirements. Typical testing requires the railings to pass 200 lb. concentrated loads, 100 lb. per linear ft. and 50 lbs in a 1 square foot area of the infill. Visit the Downloads section of this page for more details. Alternative testing may be available. Contact us for details.

Maintenance: Railings may be washed as needed with water and mild soap. Do not use acidic solutions, harsh solutions or abrasive cleaning materials or solutions as they could harm the finish.

Additional information available upon request.