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Custom Stair Railings

Custom stair railings are fabricated to match your exact stair configuration and design vision. You get glass panels cut to precise angles, curves, and heights that fit stairs standard products cannot accommodate. Whether you have floating treads, curved runs, or architectural features that demand specific solutions, custom railings turn challenging stairs into design statements.

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Custom Stair Railings

Custom stair railings are fabricated to match your exact stair configuration and design vision. You get glass panels cut to precise angles, curves, and heights that fit stairs standard products cannot accommodate. Whether you have floating treads, curved runs, or architectural features that demand specific solutions, custom railings turn challenging stairs into design statements.

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What You Get With Custom Stair Railings

Your unique stairs get railings that actually fit. Standard railing systems work for straight runs and basic L-turns. Custom fabrication handles everything else. Curved stairs, spiral configurations, floating treads, and unusual angles all get glass railings cut and installed to exact specifications.

Your design vision becomes reality instead of compromise. When you work with an architect or designer, their concepts often require custom railings to execute properly. Off-the-shelf solutions force design changes. Custom fabrication delivers what was drawn, maintaining the integrity of your interior design.

Your staircase becomes a focal point rather than a code requirement. Unique stairs with matching custom glass railings create architectural interest. Visitors notice. The staircase adds value beyond basic function. This matters in high-end homes where details differentiate properties.

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What You Get With Custom Stair Railings

Your unique stairs get railings that actually fit. Standard railing systems work for straight runs and basic L-turns. Custom fabrication handles everything else. Curved stairs, spiral configurations, floating treads, and unusual angles all get glass railings cut and installed to exact specifications.

Your design vision becomes reality instead of compromise. When you work with an architect or designer, their concepts often require custom railings to execute properly. Off-the-shelf solutions force design changes. Custom fabrication delivers what was drawn, maintaining the integrity of your interior design.

Your staircase becomes a focal point rather than a code requirement. Unique stairs with matching custom glass railings create architectural interest. Visitors notice. The staircase adds value beyond basic function. This matters in high-end homes where details differentiate properties.

Meet Your Custom Stair Railing Expert

About

What You Get With Custom Stair Railings

Your unique stairs get railings that actually fit. Standard railing systems work for straight runs and basic L-turns. Custom fabrication handles everything else. Curved stairs, spiral configurations, floating treads, and unusual angles all get glass railings cut and installed to exact specifications.

Your design vision becomes reality instead of compromise. When you work with an architect or designer, their concepts often require custom railings to execute properly. Off-the-shelf solutions force design changes. Custom fabrication delivers what was drawn, maintaining the integrity of your interior design.

Your staircase becomes a focal point rather than a code requirement. Unique stairs with matching custom glass railings create architectural interest. Visitors notice. The staircase adds value beyond basic function. This matters in high-end homes where details differentiate properties.

Meet Your Custom Stair Railing Expert

Service Details

Stair Configurations That Require Custom Railings

Certain stair layouts; curves, split levels, tight turns, floating treads, and mixed landings; rarely work with off-the-shelf systems, so custom railings are often the only way to achieve a precise fit, code-ready safety, and a clean architectural finish.

Curved staircase with custom stair railings using glass panels and black metal handrails, paired with warm wood treads in a modern home.

Curved Staircases

Curved staircases cannot use straight glass panels. Each panel must be cut to a specific radius matching your stair's curve. Hardware placement follows the curve at calculated intervals. Custom fabrication ensures smooth flowing lines without flat spots or awkward transitions.

Modern staircase with custom stair railings featuring clear glass panels, stainless steel handrail, and open wood treads beside a stone accent wall.

Floating Stairs

Floating stairs with open risers need railings that complement the minimalist aesthetic. Glass panels attach without bulky posts that would contradict the floating effect. Custom mounting solutions anchor to walls or stringers while maintaining the open modern look.

Curved spiral staircase with custom stair railings featuring clear glass panels and a brass handrail, leading to a rounded upper landing in a modern home.

Spiral Staircases

Spiral stairs require panels cut to tight radiuses with precise height tapers. Each section navigates the spiral's geometry. Standard panels cannot bend or adapt. Custom cutting accommodates the three-dimensional path of spiral configurations.

Exterior custom stair railings with glass panels installed on an outdoor staircase built into natural rock terrain.

Angular Stairwells

Non-standard angles occur in homes with unique architecture. Stairs that turn at 60 degrees instead of 90, or rise at unconventional pitches, need panels cut to match. Custom fabrication handles any angle your stairs require.

Service Details

Stair Configurations That Require Custom Railings

Certain stair layouts; curves, split levels, tight turns, floating treads, and mixed landings; rarely work with off-the-shelf systems, so custom railings are often the only way to achieve a precise fit, code-ready safety, and a clean architectural finish.

Curved staircase with custom stair railings using glass panels and black metal handrails, paired with warm wood treads in a modern home.

Curved Staircases

Curved staircases cannot use straight glass panels. Each panel must be cut to a specific radius matching your stair's curve. Hardware placement follows the curve at calculated intervals. Custom fabrication ensures smooth flowing lines without flat spots or awkward transitions.

Modern staircase with custom stair railings featuring clear glass panels, stainless steel handrail, and open wood treads beside a stone accent wall.

Floating Stairs

Floating stairs with open risers need railings that complement the minimalist aesthetic. Glass panels attach without bulky posts that would contradict the floating effect. Custom mounting solutions anchor to walls or stringers while maintaining the open modern look.

Curved spiral staircase with custom stair railings featuring clear glass panels and a brass handrail, leading to a rounded upper landing in a modern home.

Spiral Staircases

Spiral stairs require panels cut to tight radiuses with precise height tapers. Each section navigates the spiral's geometry. Standard panels cannot bend or adapt. Custom cutting accommodates the three-dimensional path of spiral configurations.

Exterior custom stair railings with glass panels installed on an outdoor staircase built into natural rock terrain.

Angular Stairwells

Non-standard angles occur in homes with unique architecture. Stairs that turn at 60 degrees instead of 90, or rise at unconventional pitches, need panels cut to match. Custom fabrication handles any angle your stairs require.

Service Details

Stair Configurations That Require Custom Railings

Certain stair layouts; curves, split levels, tight turns, floating treads, and mixed landings; rarely work with off-the-shelf systems, so custom railings are often the only way to achieve a precise fit, code-ready safety, and a clean architectural finish.

Curved staircase with custom stair railings using glass panels and black metal handrails, paired with warm wood treads in a modern home.

Curved Staircases

Curved staircases cannot use straight glass panels. Each panel must be cut to a specific radius matching your stair's curve. Hardware placement follows the curve at calculated intervals. Custom fabrication ensures smooth flowing lines without flat spots or awkward transitions.

Modern staircase with custom stair railings featuring clear glass panels, stainless steel handrail, and open wood treads beside a stone accent wall.

Floating Stairs

Floating stairs with open risers need railings that complement the minimalist aesthetic. Glass panels attach without bulky posts that would contradict the floating effect. Custom mounting solutions anchor to walls or stringers while maintaining the open modern look.

Curved spiral staircase with custom stair railings featuring clear glass panels and a brass handrail, leading to a rounded upper landing in a modern home.

Spiral Staircases

Spiral stairs require panels cut to tight radiuses with precise height tapers. Each section navigates the spiral's geometry. Standard panels cannot bend or adapt. Custom cutting accommodates the three-dimensional path of spiral configurations.

Exterior custom stair railings with glass panels installed on an outdoor staircase built into natural rock terrain.

Angular Stairwells

Non-standard angles occur in homes with unique architecture. Stairs that turn at 60 degrees instead of 90, or rise at unconventional pitches, need panels cut to match. Custom fabrication handles any angle your stairs require.

Fabrication

How Custom Stair Railing Fabrication Works

Measurements

Fabrication starts with detailed measurement of your stairs. Every angle, curve radius, rise, run, and structural mounting point is documented. This creates a complete map of your stair geometry before any glass is cut.

Calculations

Engineering calculations determine glass thickness, panel sizes, and hardware placement based on your specific configuration. Curved sections receive special attention for structural requirements. Floating stairs are analyzed for load paths and mounting strength.

Custom Cutting

Glass panels are custom-cut using CNC equipment that follows the engineered specifications. Each panel is unique to its location on your stairs. Curves are cut to exact radiuses. Angles are cut to precise degrees. Heights vary as needed for code compliance and design intent.

Installation

Hardware is positioned and installed according to engineering specifications. Mounting methods are selected based on your stair construction. Glass panels are then fitted into place. Custom projects require more precision than standard installations because there are no adjustments possible with pre-cut panels.

Tenmar Advantage

Each design is custom-measured, engineered, and fabricated in BC to perform under coastal exposure and high rainfall conditions typical of Metro Vancouver.

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Curved staircase featuring custom stair railings with bent glass panels in a commercial interior under construction.
Curved staircase featuring custom stair railings with bent glass panels in a commercial interior under construction.
Curved staircase featuring custom stair railings with bent glass panels in a commercial interior under construction.

Customization Options

Design Customization Options

Custom stair railings give you flexibility to match your home's unique design. Your installation can include:

  • Variable panel heights - Use 36-inch panels in lower sections and 42-inch panels in upper sections to handle low ceilings or unusual layouts

  • Matching handrails - Wood matches your stair treads, metal matches your fixtures, or choose composite materials for specific textures

  • Flexible mounting methods - Base shoe channels for solid landings, standoffs for wall mounting, spigots for floor mounting, or combine methods in one staircase

  • Privacy treatments - Frosted glass on lower sections for bedroom privacy, clear glass on upper sections for light flow, or etched patterns for visual interest

Your installer helps you choose options that work with your stair structure and design goals.

Architects & Designers

Working With Architects and Designers

Custom stair railings require collaboration between your design team and fabrication specialists. The process includes:

  • Design review - Architects provide specifications and design intent, fabricators translate concepts into engineered solutions

  • Shop drawings - Detailed drawings show exact panel sizes, hardware locations, and mounting methods before fabrication begins

  • Design team approval - Your architect or designer reviews shop drawings to verify everything matches their vision

  • Code integration - Engineering ensures the custom design meets building code requirements for heights, loads, and spacing

  • Permit support - Documentation is provided for permit approval and building inspections

This collaborative approach delivers railings that meet both your design vision and building code requirements.

Interior staircase with custom stair railings featuring floor-to-ceiling glass panels and black metal handrails in a modern open-concept home.
Interior staircase with custom stair railings featuring floor-to-ceiling glass panels and black metal handrails in a modern open-concept home.
Interior staircase with custom stair railings featuring floor-to-ceiling glass panels and black metal handrails in a modern open-concept home.

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Testimonials

Our Clients
Recommend Tenmar

From verified Google Reviews, see why families across Vancouver and the Fraser Valley choose Marten for safe, durable, and modern interior and exterior glass railings.

See Why Clients Choose Custom

Testimonials

Our Clients
Recommend Tenmar

From verified Google Reviews, see why families across Vancouver and the Fraser Valley choose Marten for safe, durable, and modern interior and exterior glass railings.

See Why Clients Choose Custom

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the top questions our clients ask about custom stair railings before getting started.

How long does a custom stair railing project take?

Most projects take 6-8 weeks from consultation to installation, depending on material availability and complexity.

How long does a custom stair railing project take?

Most projects take 6-8 weeks from consultation to installation, depending on material availability and complexity.

How long does a custom stair railing project take?

Most projects take 6-8 weeks from consultation to installation, depending on material availability and complexity.

Can you match existing railings in other parts of my home?

Yes. Glass panels can be cut to match existing railing heights and styles. Hardware finishes can coordinate with existing installations. This creates visual continuity when updating one staircase in a home with multiple levels.

Can you match existing railings in other parts of my home?

Yes. Glass panels can be cut to match existing railing heights and styles. Hardware finishes can coordinate with existing installations. This creates visual continuity when updating one staircase in a home with multiple levels.

Can you match existing railings in other parts of my home?

Yes. Glass panels can be cut to match existing railing heights and styles. Hardware finishes can coordinate with existing installations. This creates visual continuity when updating one staircase in a home with multiple levels.

Do custom stair railings meet building codes?

Yes. All custom fabrication is engineered to meet BC Building Code requirements. Engineering calculations account for your specific configuration, loads, and heights. Documentation is provided for permit review and inspection approval.

Do custom stair railings meet building codes?

Yes. All custom fabrication is engineered to meet BC Building Code requirements. Engineering calculations account for your specific configuration, loads, and heights. Documentation is provided for permit review and inspection approval.

Do custom stair railings meet building codes?

Yes. All custom fabrication is engineered to meet BC Building Code requirements. Engineering calculations account for your specific configuration, loads, and heights. Documentation is provided for permit review and inspection approval.

Can custom railings be installed on old stairs?

Usually yes. Existing stairs are evaluated for structural capacity to support glass railing loads. Older construction may need reinforcement before installation. This is identified during initial consultation so all costs are known upfront.

Can custom railings be installed on old stairs?

Usually yes. Existing stairs are evaluated for structural capacity to support glass railing loads. Older construction may need reinforcement before installation. This is identified during initial consultation so all costs are known upfront.

Can custom railings be installed on old stairs?

Usually yes. Existing stairs are evaluated for structural capacity to support glass railing loads. Older construction may need reinforcement before installation. This is identified during initial consultation so all costs are known upfront.

What’s the difference between custom and prefabricated railings?

Custom railings are built specifically for your site’s dimensions and architectural intent, delivering superior aesthetics, code compliance, and long-term performance.

What’s the difference between custom and prefabricated railings?

Custom railings are built specifically for your site’s dimensions and architectural intent, delivering superior aesthetics, code compliance, and long-term performance.

What’s the difference between custom and prefabricated railings?

Custom railings are built specifically for your site’s dimensions and architectural intent, delivering superior aesthetics, code compliance, and long-term performance.

Get Your Custom Stair Railing Quote

We fabricate and install custom stair railings throughout Vancouver, Fraser Valley, and surrounding areas. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your unique stair configuration. We measure your stairs, review your design requirements, and provide detailed engineering and pricing. Timeline and specifications are confirmed before fabrication begins.

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Contemporary interior staircase featuring frameless glass railings mounted to a stone wall accent.
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Interior floating wood staircase with stainless hardware and clear glass railing panels by Tenmar Contracting.
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Frameless glass balcony installed beneath a modern metal roofline on a contemporary home in the Fraser Valley.
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Get Your Custom Stair Railing Quote

We fabricate and install custom stair railings throughout Vancouver, Fraser Valley, and surrounding areas. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your unique stair configuration. We measure your stairs, review your design requirements, and provide detailed engineering and pricing. Timeline and specifications are confirmed before fabrication begins.

Get in Touch

Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Frameless glass deck railings overlooking the Fraser Valley hills and lake under a bright sky.
Contemporary interior staircase featuring frameless glass railings mounted to a stone wall accent.
A smiling woman with her arms crossed, standing against a dark green background. She has long, dark hair.
Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Interior floating wood staircase with stainless hardware and clear glass railing panels by Tenmar Contracting.
Spacious wood deck with semi-frameless glass railings and a panoramic valley view in Agassiz, BC.
Frameless glass balcony installed beneath a modern metal roofline on a contemporary home in the Fraser Valley.
Close-up of a tree stump showing growth rings and a textured brown wood surface.

Get Your Custom Stair Railing Quote

We fabricate and install custom stair railings throughout Vancouver, Fraser Valley, and surrounding areas. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your unique stair configuration. We measure your stairs, review your design requirements, and provide detailed engineering and pricing. Timeline and specifications are confirmed before fabrication begins.

Get in Touch

Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Frameless glass deck railings overlooking the Fraser Valley hills and lake under a bright sky.
Contemporary interior staircase featuring frameless glass railings mounted to a stone wall accent.
A smiling woman with her arms crossed, standing against a dark green background. She has long, dark hair.
Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Interior floating wood staircase with stainless hardware and clear glass railing panels by Tenmar Contracting.
Spacious wood deck with semi-frameless glass railings and a panoramic valley view in Agassiz, BC.
Frameless glass balcony installed beneath a modern metal roofline on a contemporary home in the Fraser Valley.
Close-up of a tree stump showing growth rings and a textured brown wood surface.

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