Porch Railings: Beauty and Strength

Reviewed by:
Rosemary Thornton

Beautiful, sweeping porch balustrades give a Colonial Revival home its grace and grandeur. But years of weather and daily use can take a toll on the sturdiest of railings.

This fibergalss balustrade is waterproof, bug proof and sturdy. Shown here is the Buckingham Balustrade System. This company also does historical replications and a large volume of custom work.

Product Name: Buckingham Balustrade System

Price per linear foot: $57.24 per foot for the top rail, $61.48 per foot bottom rail, $140.98 per foot baluster (August 2005).