In recent years, cable railing systems have moved to the forefront as the railing of choice for many residential and commercial properties. This is largely due to the practical, safe, economical, and visually appealing solutions it offers.
The primary reason for cable railing’s success is simple. While the view from your deck or balcony may be breathtaking, cumbersome wooden uprights and horizontal members will always interfere with your line of sight. Cable railings offer the best alternative to traditional wooden railing systems. This is because they are an easy-to-implement option, thinner and far less obstructive, yet sturdy and secure, to allow your vistas to shine through.
Cable railing systems offer a cleaner, more open appearance to any interior space. These also serve as stairway and elevated walkway railing systems that provide substantial support with enhanced visibility.
What are Cable Railings Made Of?
Cable materials from Atlantis Rail Systems have a scientific design and formula to resist rust. This helps them maintain their like-new appearance even while exposed to extreme weather conditions. The protective outer layer is 316 Stainless Steel. This metallic compound contains Chromium, Nickel, Iron, and a Molybdenum Alloy for formability and extra corrosion resistance.
The thin and durable cable will maintain its clean stainless appearance for years and require no significant maintenance, unlike wooden and other non-stainless railing systems. Periodic cleaning is still advised especially near saltwater.
Horizontal Cable Railings
The most common application for cable railings is to stretch the stainless cables parallel to the floor. Wide, vision-inhibiting balusters can be replaced with stainless cable railing infill.
Configuration Options
You can install modern cable railings in various configurations to offer virtually unobstructed views. They also present a clean, uncluttered appearance, which adds a pleasing aesthetic to your architecture. A competent DIYer can even install these railing systems themselves.
Atlantis Rail System Options
● RailEasy Cable Railing System
RailEasy™ allows you to incorporate stainless cable railing with wooden posts, top rails, and optional bottom rails to match your other surrounding wooden features. The fittings and cables retain some of the appealing benefits of wood framing while providing the visual advantages and clean appearance of thin cabling.
This system requires clients to supply their own wooden top railing and posts.
● Spectrum Cable Railing System
A simple, easy-to-use system, Spectrum provides universal, surface or fascia mounted square metal posts and horizontal cabling. Additionally, this will work with your choice of a wooden top railing. Spectrum is an off-the-shelf option. The stainless pieces and accessories are available in black, metallic silver, white and dark brown. Special order color options are also available.
● Nautilus Cable Railing System
Nautilus offers beautiful stainless steel cable railing with polished or brushed stainless top and optional bottom rails.
● HandiSwage™ Cable Railing System
The HandiSwage™ System combines the beauty and functionality of the RailEasy™ system with the economy of 1/8” or 5/32” cable and hand swage fittings. They can be attached to the cable using Atlantis Rail’s hand swage tools and allow for thorough post-installation to hide the hardware.
● SunRail™ Cable Railing System
SunRail™ cable systems are a completely stainless railing. This system consists of thin stainless horizontal cables with polished or brushed stainless steel posts and rails. Moreover, achieving a sophisticated look, the barrier offers the richness and modern look of beautiful stainless steel.
● NOVA II Cable Railing System
With HandiSwage™ fittings, this system consists of powder-coated aluminum posts, hand and foot rails, and 1/8” cable. Furthermore, NOVA II is available in black, white, and bronze and is the most straightforward and economical metal railing available.
● Latitude Cable Railing System
With the Latitude System, the stainless cable infill stretches between 2” diameter stainless vertical posts that are capped by a wooden handrail. For stair applications, Atlantis offers an adjustable top rail mounting plate.
As you can see, there are many great options to upgrade your railing systems. Not to mention the added benefits of minimal maintenance and maximized views.
To learn more about any of the available options, visit the Atlantis Rail Systems website. Also available are glass railings, handicap access railings, and rail lighting options. You can also email the team at Atlantis with any questions or requests at info@atlantisrail.com.