Classic Beauty, Modern Strength
Add a timeless touch of charm to your porch, balcony, or deck with a RailingWorks® picket railing system. Combining the traditional look of classic picket rail styling with the latest advancements in aluminum design, our railings deliver unmatched strength, safety, and low maintenance living.
Unlike wood railings that require constant sanding, staining, or painting, RailingWorks® aluminum picket railings retain their beauty year after year with no upkeep. Available in multiple styles and finishes, they enhance curb appeal while providing lasting durability against weather, pests, and everyday wear.
Each railing system is custom designed and manufactured to perfectly fit your deck, ensuring easy installation while reducing time, cost, and material waste. With RailingWorks®, you can enjoy the elegance of tradition with the benefits of modern engineering.
Picket Railing Features
Ready to Install
We custom build your railings to spec and deliver to your home. Save time, extra expenses with simple assembly.
Lifetime Warranty
Each RailingWorks® picket railing system comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
Low Maintenance
Eliminates the need for replacement or repair. Simply enjoy your outdoor living space.
Durable
All-aluminum and stainless steel construction means no splintering, cracking or warping.
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.
A traditional look with modern convenience.
Alternative building materials, such as aluminum, are excellent choices for new construction and remodeling because they are more durable and sustainable, with little or no maintenance.
Railing Colors
White
Light Grey
Granite Grey
Radiant Silver
Buckskin
Saddle Brown
Burnished Slate
Black
AAMA 2604 powder coat finish. The color sample shown on your screen may vary from the actual color of the product.
Request a color sample for color matching.
Picket 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 infill option.
1″ Square Picket
1″ Round Picket
Belly Picket
3. Select your railing height.
36″ tall (Typically used on first level decks)
42″ tall (Typically used on second level and above decks)
Custom
4. 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.
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?
- 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.
- We will generate a quote and make any necessary changes.
- 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.
- 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.
