Paradise Valley Metal Stair Railing Contractor – Custom Indoor And Outdoor Railings Stair Builder

Paradise Valley Stair Railing Contractor for Custom Cable, Metal & Stair Railings Built Locally

Paradise Valley Stair Railing Contractor Scottsdale Railing and Gate LLC is a Phoenix-based fabricator that builds and installs custom stair railings for homes in Paradise Valley. We serve homeowners, architects, and builders looking for a high-end finish without the prefab feel. We build stair railings from scratch—steel, cable, wood—cut, welded, and fit by hand, right here in Phoenix. Locals bring us in when they want clean lines, tight welds, and stair railings that match the home’s design, not fight it.

Local Railing Builder for Stair Railings in Phoenix

One of our favorite stair rail builds was in a hillside home near Mummy Mountain. The client had a wide central staircase that led down into a sunken living room. The original railing was wood with iron scrollwork—dated and bulky. We replaced it with square steel posts, horizontal stainless cable, and a rift-sawn white oak top rail. The posts were side-mounted to the stringer, the fittings hidden, the angles cut tight. The whole space opened up. Sunlight bounced down the stairs instead of getting chopped up by spindles. We built the rail in our Phoenix shop, hauled it to the site, and had it installed and tensioned in two days. The result? A stair rail that didn’t just meet code—it elevated the entire house without saying a word.

Popular Stair Railing Styles by Phoenix Contractors

Brushed Steel with Cable Infill
Stainless cable between powder-coated steel posts. Often paired with wood or minimalist steel caps. We’ve installed this style all across Paradise Hills and Camelback Country Estates.

Walnut Cap with Matte Black Pickets
Warm wood cap over slim black vertical pickets. A clean transitional look, often requested in older estates getting a refresh.

All-Glass Rail with Side-Mount Posts
Glass panels mounted in slim steel or aluminum frames. We used this in a modern build near Tatum Boulevard—barely-there looks with solid structure.

Raw Steel with Clear Seal + Cable
Corten-style exposed steel sealed to keep its color. Mixed with polished cable. Great for desert-modern homes in Judson.

Radius Railing for Curved Staircases
We custom roll the rail to match your stair curve. We did this in Clearwater Hills for a grand staircase with three directional turns.

Vertical Cable Between Steel Channels
A unique variation—cables run vertically through steel top and bottom rails. We built one for a stairwell in Paradise Reserve. Minimal and modern.

Composite Rail with Aluminum Posts
Low-maintenance, subtle finish. Used this in a pool house stair rail where exposure and splash were concerns. Clean but not flashy.

All-Wood Rail with Internal Steel Mounts
We installed this on floating stairs in a custom near 56th and McDonald. White oak handrail, no visible brackets, and solid as concrete.

Steel Rail with Inset Wood Cap
We built this one with a square steel body and inlaid wood strip on top. A balanced feel for homes with both steel and timber in their design.

Cable Railing Materials – What Phoenix Contractors Use

Aluminum

Aluminum’s our lightweight option—powder-coated and drilled for cable tensioners. We get it locally and use it where rust-resistance matters most. Looks sharp in black, bronze, or white. Ideal for stairs near windows, pools, or humid zones. We mount the posts directly to wood or slab and hide all hardware when possible.

Wrought Iron

We fabricate iron stair railings in-house. It’s strong, weighty, and perfect for traditional or classic remodels. Takes powder coat well and can be shaped to fit even curved stairs. Usually used in remodels or homes keeping some old-world style.

Composite

Composite stair rails are used when clients want something low-maintenance. We reinforce the inside, drill it for cable hardware, and seal the ends. Not the most luxurious, but great around exteriors or poolside stairs. Doesn’t warp, doesn’t fade.

Stainless Steel

Marine-grade 316 stainless is our go-to for luxury installs. Clean, brushed finish, zero rust, high strength. We’ve installed it in open interior staircases where it practically disappears. Most often paired with cable, sometimes glass, rarely wood.

Galvanized Steel

Industrial feel, lower cost. We use it for staircases where you want strength and don’t mind a little grit. Often powder-coated after install. Great in garages, service stairs, or modern homes that lean raw.

Wood

Wood caps or handrails get cut, sanded, and sealed by us. We match them to floors or stairs when needed—white oak, walnut, ipe, even custom finishes. Sometimes we use wood posts reinforced with steel cores for stability on longer spans.

Where You’ll See Stair Railings in Phoenix

Interior Center Staircases—These often become design focal points. We mount stair rails to stringers or floor framing, building to the angle of the stair and the height of the home.

Winding Staircases with Radius Rails—We fabricate railings that follow curved stair paths, usually for custom homes with sweeping entries or multi-story designs.

Exterior Entry Stairs—Powder-coated aluminum or steel posts mounted into stone or concrete. Clean transitions, sealed caps, and post anchors built to last through desert weather.

Staircases to Rooftop Decks—These rails see heat and movement. We use stainless or aluminum, tension the cable tight, and anchor deep to prevent sway or rattle.

Floating Stair Systems—Side-mounted railings, often cable or bar infill. We make sure posts are tucked into the framing or edge-anchored for a clean visual line.

Phoenix Cable Railing Design Ideas for Custom Homes

Steel + White Oak Stair Rail in a Two-Story Atrium

Built for a custom home in Paradise Hills. Posts were matte black steel, the cable was brushed stainless, and the cap was wide-plank white oak. Tied in with the staircase treads perfectly.

Radius Steel Rail with Sanded Welds and Clear Seal

Installed this in a curved stairwell off 52nd Street. Rolled the steel ourselves, ground the welds smooth, and sealed it with a satin clear coat. Warm, raw, and modern all at once.

Glass Panel + Walnut Cap Stair Rail

A luxury remodel off Invergordon got this setup—tempered glass panels mounted to aluminum posts, with a single walnut cap rail running the full length. Sleek and rich at the same time.

High-End Cable Railing Builders in Phoenix – Art Meets Metal

At Scottsdale Railing and Gate LLC, we treat stair railing like sculpture—every post, cap, and weld crafted to fit the home, not just meet code. We fabricate our systems in Phoenix, in our own shop. No pre-cut kits. No guessing. Just precision steelwork installed by the same crew that built it. That’s why Paradise Valley clients call us. Architects trust us. Builders keep us in their contacts. We show up, measure everything, and build a stair rail that belongs in the space. Quiet. Clean. Strong as hell.

Common Questions Locals Ask About Cable Railings

What are cable railings?
Cable railings are stair or balcony safety rails made using stainless steel cables stretched between posts instead of spindles or glass. They give a clean, open look while still providing fall protection.

What materials are they made from?
Most use marine-grade stainless steel cable with posts made of steel, aluminum, wood, or composite. Top rails can be wood, powder-coated steel, or stainless depending on style and location.

Where are they most commonly installed in Phoenix?
Stairs, decks, pool perimeters, balconies, and second-story lofts. In Paradise Valley, we install them most often on indoor staircases and outdoor entries with panoramic views.

Phoenix Neighborhoods with Cable Railings

Across Phoenix, our cable railing work shows up everywhere from North Central to Roosevelt Row. In Arcadia, we’ve installed white oak top rails with matte black posts and cable infill. Downtown, we’ve done vertical cable inside raw steel frames. In North Phoenix, floating stairs often call for slim aluminum or stainless cable systems. We’ve even built cable railing inside lofts over restaurants and shops.

In Paradise Valley, we’ve worked in Judson, Paradise Hills, Mummy Mountain, Clearwater Hills, Camelback Country Club, and Paradise Reserve. Some homes get all-stainless cable systems with matching steel rails. Others want the warmth of walnut or oak, mixed with black or bronze powder-coated frames. Every build is different, but the craftsmanship is the same—measured, cut, and installed like it matters.

Scottsdale Railing and Gate LLC
Phone: 978-360-0060