Home › Cable & Glass Railings
Cable and glass railings in the Twin Cities
Stainless cable and glass panel railings for lake home decks, balconies and modern staircases.
Call (612) 000-0000Keeping the view
On a lake deck, a standard railing puts a row of balusters right in your line of sight. Cable railings thin that down to a few stainless lines; glass removes it almost entirely.
Both work well with aluminum or steel posts that hold up to Minnesota weather.
Cold-weather details
- Cable tension changes slightly with temperature — quality tensioners make adjustment easy.
- Glass railings need drainage at the base so water does not freeze in the shoe.
- Stiff end posts are essential for cable runs to stay tight.
Frequently asked questions
Do cable railings loosen in the cold?
Steel cables contract and relax a little with temperature swings. A quick re-tension once or twice a year keeps them tight.
Is glass a good idea in Minnesota?
Yes, when the system is designed for outdoor use with proper drainage. Tempered or laminated glass handles cold well.
Which is more expensive?
Glass is usually the more expensive option; cable typically sits between standard railings and glass.