- Mar 12, 2025
9 Gorgeous Spaces with Indoor Cable Railings
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If you’ve picked up a home or design magazine in the last year, you’re already well aware that cable railings are trending—for party-ready patios, pool decks and front stairways, it’s become the go-to choice for modernist renovations and new builds. But this contemporary look isn’t just a fit for outdoors, cable railings look amazing and function beautifully indoors, too. Whether your space is an industrial loft, a nautical-cool seaside cottage or a minimalist dream home, a horizontal cable railing can turn a staircase and landing into a true showstopper.
Forget about the traditional—and bulky—wood picket railings, and look to sleek and modern cable railing for your next design project...especially now that recent code adoptions allow for ornamental and horizontal installations that were never there before. It’s the perfect time to get creative, and bring this popular exterior look inside.
Why use cable railing as an indoor railing solution?
Cable railing, sometimes referred to as wire railing is an incredibly versatile option for your staircase, balconies or landing plus stainless steel cables and hardware are versatile and can work with metal, wood posts or concrete to create a distinct look for a variety of styles. Cable railing used indoors has more than just aesthetic benefits: the streamlined, modern design can also help improve air circulation, allowing cool and warm air flow.
From modern to rustic, from minimalist to industrial, cable railing systems add a pop of visual interest while keeping sightlines clear.
Inspiration Gallery: Spaces That Rock the Indoor Cable Look
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Sleek black cable railing posts, fittings, and infill add a dramatic touch to the staircase and walkway. Paired with the warm wood handrail and treads, this combination brings a bold, contemporary vibe while keeping the space light and airy. Browse black stainless cable railing components.
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Horizontal cable railing enhances the light, airy vibe of this open-riser staircase, with nearly invisible through-post fittings that blend effortlessly into the sleek metal post framework. Explore our cable infill kits to achieve this look.
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Stainless steel cable posts and infill seamlessly complement a variety of interior styles, from industrial style to modern farmhouse, adding a clean, stylish touch to any space. Explore our fascia and surface mount options for stainless steel posts to suit your project.
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Even in a home that embraces natural materials, cable or wire railings blend in with a through-post system that keeps fittings out of view. As seen in this modern, Japanese-inspired home in San Francisco, they add a sleek, unobtrusive touch that perfectly complements the space.
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This ski chalet is a perfect example of how stainless steel cable railing components complement a mix of materials. On this striking staircase, the cable railing lets the feature stonewall remain the focal point while maintaining an open view of the rest of the home—a great balance of modern design and functionality. Explore cable fittings for wood posts.
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Low-maintenance and incredibly durable, cable railings are the perfect choice for high-traffic areas like stairways and landings. With nearly invisible fittings, they blend flawlessly into the design of this modern home, offering both style and practicality.
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It’s easy to see why stainless steel components were the choice for this space. The metal-on-metal design adds a touch of sparkle and shine to this industrial-chic townhome, while the stainless steel cable railing introduces an architectural flair that perfectly complements the other stainless steel details in this open-plan home.
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The stainless steel posts, fittings, and cable perfectly complement the contemporary concrete floors and floating wood stairs in this West Coast home. Plus, cable railing keeps sightlines clear and reflects light from the high-ceiling windows, enhancing the overall openness of this space. Discover stainless steel cable posts.
Get the Look: Interior Cable Railing
Cable railing can be a more expensive choice when compared to more traditional infill, like wood balusters. Bezdan Cable products are designed to keep costs contained. Plus, it only takes a few key products to achieve the cable railing look for your interior project.
Stainless steel surface mount posts, available in a pre-drilled option, are easy to install and can be paired with our through-post cable fittings for an off-the-shelf solution for stairs and landings. The black stainless PVD finish options offer a unique look that adds a touch of drama to your interior design.
Stainless steel cable fittings are available for both metal and wood posts. The tapered, streamlined design offers a sleek, contemporary look you'll love.
Is the Indoor Cable Railing Look Right For Me?
If your next project or home design calls for a statement-making guardrail, there’s a cable railing option to match your style. This on-trend look is perfect for both modern homes and commercial spaces. The cable railing design works beautifully in retail, hospitality, and residential spaces, bringing a light and airy feel to a variety of interior styles.
