Can I cut a rail?
Yes, you can cut rails using a miter saw. We recommend using a 10-inch 82 carbide blade. For more installation
Can I install railing into a concrete patio?
Yes. If your concrete patio doesn’t already have rails built in, we recommend using Patriot Post Mount. Installation is basically
How far can I span between posts?
Deck posts should be no further than 8 feet apart. Keep in mind that all Color Guard rails are true
What angle should my stairs be?
Stair codes and guidelines prefer an angle of around 37° for normal stairways and around 7° for ramps. There is,
Do I need to have handrail on my steps?
According to code, rails must be installed on stairs with more than three risers. Local code may differ. We have
What is code for railing height?
While some local codes deviate from this, all decks that are built 24 inches above grade (ground level) must have
Do I have to install rails on my deck? Or is that just required if I have children?
In most cases, the answer is simple, “yes.” While some local codes deviate from this, all decks that are built
Can vinyl railing be installed on a rounded porch?
The short answer is, "no." In the past, we worked with a third party vendor to create rounded railing based
How do you clean/polish railing?
For both our vinyl and aluminum lines we recommend a mild detergent (like Dawn) and a soft cloth. We do
Is there a way to mount railing brackets onto a round column?
We do offer a column adaptor for our vinyl railing lines. The rail bracket that comes with you railing would
What material are drink rails made from?
Drink rail systems come with the railing and brackets to mount a drink rail, but you choose the material that
Do you offer gates in a bar door style or slides?
Do you offer gates in a bar door style or slides? At this time, we do not offer these types of gates. However ...
Do you sell vinyl sleeves for 2x4s and 1x4s?
Do you sell sleeves for 2x4s and 1x4s? We do offer a 2x4 sleeve, but not a 1x4 sleeve.
Is there a mount for attaching railing to columns that are off center?
Is there a mount for attaching railing to columns that are off center? We do not offer a bracket or adaptor that can accommodate the rail not being centered on the column.
Are stair rails available in Tan?
Are stair rails available in Tan? Yes, offer a number of styles in tan...
Because I live in a colder climate, and I deal with lots of snow, I would like to increase the spacing below the bottom rail from 2 to 4 inches using a piece of baluster instead of the supplied bottom support bracket. Can I do that?
As a company based in Wisconsin, we definitely understand your concern about snow. Yes, you can raise the bottom bracket
What products are certified for installation applications?
Our Vinyl and Lincoln products have been certified. The documentation can be located at: https://upsidedeckceiling.com/resources/
Is there Installation hardware for stair rails between 40-42 degrees?
Our vinyl stair brackets accommodate 23-38 degrees, and our aluminum line can accommodate up to 38 degrees. We have based
Does the 22 1/2″ degree adaptor have a left and right side?
No, but it is designed to be used in either direction. Just simply turn the piece for either a left
Why is stair railing only available in 36” height?
Stair railing is only available in 36"H at this time because the International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Building