Install an Iron Railing

A railing that has been weathered beyond repair or deteriorated will become dangerous.
Install an Iron Railing
Fence companies sell and install custom ornamental iron fencing, and lumberyards and home centers sell precut railing sections and components. Dreamstime/TCA
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If first impressions are lasting, a porch or stair railing says a lot while also providing safe and secure footing at a home’s entry. While some railings can be revived with nothing more than a coat of paint, a railing that has been weathered beyond repair or deteriorated will become dangerous, not to mention a safety hazard.

Fence companies sell and install custom ornamental iron fencing, and lumberyards and home centers sell precut railing sections and components. To find an online source type “iron railing” in a search engine. You’ll find several to help you choose what’s right for your entrance. And it’s a good idea to check the local building codes regarding rail height and spindle spacing requirements so yours will comply.

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