How to Choose the Right Railing for Your Space 

The right railing system safely secures elevated spaces, boosts curb appeal and creates lasting value for your home. RDI® railings are smartly engineered to perform like giant safety nets, taking care of the people and pets you love in a perfectly contained outdoor setting that reflects the beauty and style of your home.

RDI Railing has the best railing systems for your security and aesthetic needs. With over 20 patents and multiple pre-assembled panel options, our innovative railing technologies ensure stronger connections, quicker installations, lower maintenance and proven performance in every season. Explore multiple on-trend profiles, all in extreme weather-tested railing materials including our Composicore® wood-free composite, rigidly reinforced vinyl, rust-resistant aluminum and strong steel.

Fine tune the overall function and look of your deck railing with a wider cocktail rail, customizable lighting and railing accessories. Choose from solar post caps, under-rail LED lighting strips with WiFi connectivity, ADA handrails, decorative trim and secure access gates. Customizable accessories are available in all material types and colors to complement most RDI Railing profiles.

From deck railing, patio railing, balcony railing, porch railing and dock railing, to stairs and interior railings — RDI Railing’s wide range of profiles and accessory options combine durability, safety and lasting value into visually appealing open-air zones designed to fit your lifestyle and budget needs. Best of all, an RDI Railing warranty secures your peace-of-mind for years to come.

Getting Started

Railing is the defining touch for your outdoor space’s overall look. Understanding the right materials, style and innovations will help you choose what deck railing is right for you.

Sleek aluminum railing fine tunes a modern look, with designs ranging from open views to mixed-material privacy. Vinyl railing includes glass infill and baluster options to fit right at home with contemporary and classic tastes. Composite railing spans both traditional and contemporary preferences, offering the look of wood or aluminum in mix-and-match options to personalize any space. For unmatched strength and performance, our steel railing rises to the challenge beautifully in both residential and commercial settings.

If you’re a DIYer and have a railing plan in mind, find the RDI dealer near you.

Aluminum Railing

Aluminum railing is ideal for homeowners who want a sleek look, clean sightlines and minimal upkeep. All aluminum components are individually coated in a rigorously tested powder coating for lasting beauty and enhanced rust resistance.

Elevation® Rail’s streamlined rails and cable infill set a modern industrial tone. Pre-assembled kits with our patented OneTen™ built-in tensioning control system make installation a breeze—38% faster than leading cable railing competitors—all without special tools or fasteners.

Privacy Rail™ mixed-material railing system offers full privacy or semi privacy in a stylish, pared-down way. Choose vinyl infill boards for blocking views up to 6′ high or decorative screen panels to help circulate cooling breezes. Patented ClickConnect™ technology locks vinyl infill boards together with ease to ensure pool code-compliant safety.

Avalon® Railing provides unmatched versatility and customization for any design style. Define your look with cable infill or aluminum balusters in a choice of horizontal or vertical options. ProLock® strips connect railings from the inside out for a cleaner design. Baluster panels arrive pre-assembled to speed up installation.

Vinyl Railing

Choosing a vinyl railing system engineered with rigid reinforcements is critical to deck and patio safety. RDI vinyl railing marries that strength with superior resistance to moisture, salty air, mold and rot so your railing stands tall and remains stylish through the seasons—even in beachside environments.

Endurance® Original Rail™ is a durable PVC railing profile offering style, strength and ease of installation at an affordable price point. Everything you need to create the sturdy vinyl deck railing arrives boxed and ready to install. Modern or traditional infill options personalize your look, with aluminum-reinforced top and bottom rails increasing safety.

Finyl Line™ Railing is for those who prefer a truly tailored look, with a full spectrum of infill styles to satisfy midcentury modern and classic design tastes. Select from round aluminum or shaped vinyl balusters, historically significant architectural infill patterns or a decorative screen panel infill. Concealed fasteners create a clean, finished look.

Composite Railing

Made from enduring Composicore®, our extreme-tested composite railing has the look of natural wood and matte aluminum with very little upkeep. RDI composite railing is highly resistant to moisture, rot, warping and mold — making it ideal in high humidity, damp and salty areas.

Fusion Railing’s durable, water-resistant composite rails capped with ground-breaking AlumiCast™ Technology boldly frame your view at an excellent value. Lightly textured, protective acrylic cap creates the look of matte-finish aluminum with the strength and value of composite. Pre-built panels install quickly and stay beautiful for decades.

Transform® Railing blends traditional and contemporary into timeless looks resembling finely milled wood. Performance-engineered composite outlasts wood in beauty, maintenance and safety with multiple infill options including stainless-steel cable railing to personalize the view.

Overlook™ Railing’s sleek black architectural lines and classic T-rail profile elevate the scenery at very attractive price. Clad in a durable acrylic cap with a long-lasting satin finish, third-party testing ensures this composite railing is code compliant, non-fading and resists heat distortion.

Bella Premier Railing merges the flawless beauty of enduring Composicore® railing and a time-saving assembly system into pre-packaged railing kits that install quickly and remain stunning. The low-maintenance profile has the feel of wood without the hassle of painting, sanding or replacement.

Steel Railing

Engineered for the most demanding applications, RDI steel railing combines robust strength with clean, contemporary lines. Our premium powder coating is rigorously tested to resist everything the elements throws your way, delivering a refined look with long-lasting performance. 

MetalWorks Excalibur® Railing is the best choice for unmatched strength, style and lasting performance. Ideal on a deck, patio or balcony, the factory-welded railing panels and posts with pre-attached brackets accelerate installation and ensure precise spacing from top to bottom rail. 

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Explore the many ways RDI Railing brings your outdoor space to life by locating an experienced railing contractor to install the right composite railing for you.  

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