Custom Railings
Architectural Metalwork
Picket, cable, glass, and handrails—designed, fabricated, and installed across Metro Vancouver.
Coquitlam-based • One crew from weld to install
Railing systems built from scratch for your deck, balcony, or staircase.
Fabricated In-House
LOUEI Metal Arts is a custom metal fabrication company in Coquitlam that designs, builds, and installs railing systems for residential and commercial projects across Metro Vancouver. We work with stainless steel, mild steel, aluminum, and tempered glass.
End-to-End Control
Whether you need a stair railing in Burnaby, a strata balcony railing in North Vancouver, or a waterfront deck railing in West Vancouver (or commercial installations in Surrey), every project follows one process: site measurement, code-aware detailing, shop fabrication, and installation by the same crew. No subcontractors.
Not a Kit Reseller
We are not a railing supplier. Every guard, handrail, and post is drawn specifically for your site, cut and welded to fit perfectly, and finished with materials chosen to withstand Vancouver's coastal climate.
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Custom metal for these spaces
Railings, guards, and handrails tuned for Vancouver decks, balconies, and interior stairs. Every system is engineered for BC code while keeping sightlines, graspability, and finishing front and center.
Custom Cable railing
Stainless steel cable railings for decks, balconies, and stairs across Metro Vancouver. Slim horizontal cables tensioned between powder-coated or stainless posts keep views open while meeting BC Building Code guard height and 100 mm sphere spacing. Built for salt air, rain, and coastal wind loads on North Shore decks, Kitsilano balconies, and Sea-to-Sky mountain homes.
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Custom Picket railing
Powder-coated steel picket railings for strata balconies, family homes, and stair guards across Greater Vancouver. Vertical bars welded into rigid frames with smooth handrail returns and child-safe spacing. Fine-texture black, white, or custom RAL powder coat stands up to wet winters and UV exposure without peeling or fading.
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Custom Glass railing
Frameless and semi-frameless glass railings for Vancouver decks, condos, and interior stairs. Base-shoe, spigot, standoff, and post-and-clamp mounting options with tempered or laminated safety glass. Maximum transparency for ocean, mountain, and city views — engineered for wind loads, seismic requirements, and BC Building Code guard standards.
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Custom Handrails
Interior and exterior handrails sized for graspability, with welded brackets, clean wall returns, and continuous runs along stairs, ramps, and corridors. Matte black steel or brushed stainless finishes. Code-compliant heights and profiles for residential, commercial, and accessibility applications across Metro Vancouver.
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Custom Metal sculpture
Custom metal sculptures and wall art fabricated in our Coquitlam shop — geometric animals, abstract freestanding pieces, and architectural accents. Mild steel, stainless steel, and brass with powder coat, patina, or brushed finishes. Gallery-level detailing for residential, commercial, and public art installations.
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Exterior Solutions
Custom Balcony and deck railing
Guard rail systems for elevated decks, condo balconies, rooftop patios, and second-storey walkways. Top-mount and fascia-mount options on wood, composite, concrete, and steel structures.
We handle strata replacement projects, new construction, and retrofit upgrades across Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, and the North Shore — with structural engineering support where required.
Interior & Exterior
Custom Stair railing
Custom stair railings for interior and exterior staircases — straight runs, L-shaped, U-shaped, and curved. Cable, glass, or picket infill paired with graspable handrails.
We measure pitch, rise, run, and landing geometry on site, then fabricate stair guards that fit tight to your framing and pass BC Building Code inspection on the first visit.
The Custom Advantage
The true cost of compromise versus the investment in permanence.
Why site-measured, bespoke fabrication fundamentally outperforms and outlasts off-the-shelf kit systems.
Absolute Precision
Kit railings force your home to adapt to standard lengths and rigid angles. Our bespoke fabrication is drawn and cut specifically for your unique architecture—flawlessly adapting to complex slopes, irregular spans, and tight corners that kits simply cannot resolve.
Flawless Permanence
Off-the-shelf systems ship with fragile factory coats that scar during field assembly. We weld, grind smooth, and powder-coat your railing as a unified structural assembly. No visible splice joints. No exposed fasteners. Just an enduring, seamless finish.
Unwavering Accountability
The kit industry is fractured: a supplier sells it, a contractor installs it, and no one owns the outcome when it fails. At LOUEI, the exact team that measures your site, fabricates your railing, and executes the final install. One point of contact. One unshakable standard.
Process
How we take a project from brief to installed railing
Clear steps, one crew. From the first photos and measurements to welded frames and final sign-off on site.
01 — Site & brief
Site visit, photos, and measurements
Share photos of your deck, balcony, or staircase along with rough dimensions and project goals. We review structural framing, slopes, access, and drainage so the railing design fits your site — not a generic template. For Metro Vancouver projects, we can visit the site in person to measure and assess conditions.
02 — Design & detailing
Code-aware engineering and material selection
We select the right system — cable, glass, or picket — plus handrail profile, post spacing, and mounting method. Guard height, sphere spacing, graspability, wind loading, and returns are detailed to BC Building Code 2024 requirements. You approve the design and finish before fabrication starts.
03 — Fabrication
Cut, welded, and finished in our Coquitlam shop
CNC plasma cutting, cold-saw profiling, MIG and TIG welding, and precision grinding happen in-house. Assemblies are dry-fitted in the shop for alignment before finishing. Powder coating is applied to fully welded and cleaned frames — not individual parts — so joints stay sealed and the finish reads smooth.
04 — Installation & walk-through
Anchored, aligned, and inspected on site
The same crew that fabricated your railing installs it. We anchor posts, check level and plumb, torque all hardware, and tension cables or secure glass panels. Before we leave, we walk the completed railing with you or your contractor to confirm fit, finish, and function — ready for inspection.
Metal lab
Metal & materials we work with
Built for coastal BC: stainless for open views, powder-coated steel for low upkeep, and glass that keeps balconies bright.
316 Marine-Grade Stainless Steel
The standard for cable railing hardware, coastal handrails, and glass railing fittings exposed to salt air. We use 316 stainless for posts, cables, turnbuckles, and standoffs on waterfront projects in West Vancouver, the Sunshine Coast, and Victoria. Brushed #4 satin or mirror polish. Lifetime corrosion warranty on marine-grade components.
Mild Steel with Powder Coat
Welded steel frames finished with a super-durable polyester powder coat in matte black, white, bronze, or any RAL colour. Fine-texture finish resists UV fading and salt damage. Standard for picket railings, stair guards, and architectural metalwork across Metro Vancouver. 200+ RAL colours available. 10-year film and colour guarantee.
Tempered and Laminated Safety Glass
10 mm tempered or 10.38 mm laminated low-iron glass panels for maximum clarity. We source glass to BC Building Code safety standards and pair it with stainless or powder-coated hardware. Low-iron glass eliminates the green tint of standard float glass — keeping views true on Kitsilano balconies and West Van decks.
"Safety isn't an afterthought. It's the foundation of everything we build for your home."
Uncompromising Standards
Peace of mind, engineered for BC.
A railing is a structural guard first and an architectural feature second. We fabricate every system to meet or exceed rigorous BC Building Code (BCBC) requirements—because protecting your family and guests is our highest priority.
Absolute Protection
Detailed to exact required heights (typically 900 mm for interior stairs and 1,070 mm for exterior balconies) to prevent falls and ensure secure boundaries.
Child & Pet Safety
Patterned with precision so a 100 mm sphere cannot pass through any opening, keeping toddlers and small pets perfectly safe.
Structural Integrity
Posts, base plates, and anchoring designed to withstand extreme lateral loads. Our frames never wobble, rattle, or loosen.
Ergonomic Support
Handrail profiles selected to meet strict definitions for continuous, comfortable, and strongly graspable surfaces on stairs.
Service Areas
Service Areas Across BC
We manage custom metalwork projects across British Columbia. From high-rise balconies in Vancouver and hillside properties in Squamish, to custom home builds in Kelowna and Vancouver Island. We measure, fabricate, deliver, and install across the province.
Other Services
Other metal services
Railing removal, repair, and replacement. Mobile welding for on-site fixes. Steel frame fabrication, door and window metalwork, and custom brackets. Serving Metro Vancouver job sites, renovations, and commercial fit-outs.
Built, insured, and backed by the crew that welds the joints
One crew, no subcontractors
The same team measures your site, orders the steel, welds the frames, oversees the powder coating, and drives the truck to your house to install it. Nothing is lost in translation between salesmen, fabricators, and sub-contracted installers.
We don't sell 'kits'
Many railing companies buy pre-cut aluminum extrusions and screw them together on your deck. We are a CWB-certified welding facility. We build rigid, fully welded frames that don't rattle or loosen over time.
Local, insured, and warrantied
Fully insured for commercial and residential installations across BC with active WorkSafeBC coverage. We stand behind our powder coating, structural welds, and stainless hardware.
Recent projects
Selected work across Metro Vancouver
A sample of Metro Vancouver installs—each one measured, fabricated, and installed by the same crew.
Glass railing for a Kitsilano balcony
Low-iron glass panels with brushed stainless posts and clamps on a second-storey balcony overlooking English Bay. Base-shoe channel mount to concrete. 1,070 mm guard height. Wind-rated for open coastal exposure.
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Cable railing on a North Vancouver deck
Black powder-coated posts with horizontal 316 stainless cables on a cedar deck facing the North Shore mountains. 100 mm sphere spacing confirmed. Tensioned turnbuckle system with stainless end fittings rated for salt air and rain.
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Picket guardrail for a Burnaby family home
Fine-texture black steel pickets on a second-storey balcony with smooth handrail returns at both ends. Child-safe spacing. Welded frame with drainage-friendly post bases for wet seasons.
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Smart privacy film for glass you already own
A quick option for clinics, offices, and Vancouver homes that need on-demand privacy without replacing glazing.
- Retrofit PDLC film that keeps your existing doors and partitions.
- Instant opacity control for consult rooms, meeting spaces, and suites.
- Clean wiring, tidy edges, and installation across Greater Vancouver.
Ready to upgrade your space?
Book a free site measurement and consultation anywhere in Greater Vancouver.
Resources
Latest from the Blog
Contractor advice, homeowner guides, and deep-dives into BC building codes and modern railing systems.
April 2026
What 200+ RAL Powder Coat Colours Actually Look Like on a Metal Railing
RAL swatches lie. Here is what matte black, white, bronze, and custom finishes actually look like on a welded steel railing — installed, in daylight, after a Vancouver winter.
Read Article →
April 2026
Black Cable Railing: Why BC's Most Popular Railing Trend Keeps Growing in 2026
How matte-black powder-coated steel posts with stainless cables became the default look for West Coast decks — and why a welded frame outperforms every bolt-together kit on the market.
Read Article →
April 2026
What Happens When Your Railing Fails a Building Inspection (And How to Avoid It)
A failed railing inspection in BC means stop-work orders, forced removal, insurance complications, and resale delays. Here is what goes wrong — and an 8-point checklist to pass the first time.
Read Article →Frequently Asked Questions
Do you supply and install, or just supply?
We do both. We are a full-service custom fabrication shop. We measure, design, weld, and install the final product. We do not sell off-the-shelf kits for DIY installation.
How much do custom glass railings cost in Vancouver?
Glass railing costs vary depending on the mounting system (standoff, base shoe, or frameless spigots) and the thickness of the tempered or laminated glass required for safety. While more of an investment upfront than picket, they add significant resale value by maximizing your property's views. We provide transparent, itemized quotes for every project.
What is the timeline for custom stairs and metalwork?
Our standard turnaround is 3 to 6 weeks from final site measurement to installation. Specialized custom metal sculptures or complex architectural staircases may require additional design and engineering time, which we'll outline during your free consultation.
How much does custom railing cost in Vancouver?
It depends on the system. Picket railing is typically the most cost-effective option for large strata balconies and decks. Cable and glass systems require thicker posts, precise tensioning, or heavy glass panels, which increases material and labour costs. We provide clear, itemized quotes after reviewing your photos and rough dimensions.
Do your railings meet the BC Building Code?
Yes. Every guard system we fabricate and install — whether glass, cable, or picket — is designed to meet or exceed the BC Building Code 2024 requirements for point loads, sphere spacing, and guard heights (typically 1,070 mm for exterior decks and 900 mm for interior stairs).
How long does fabrication and installation take?
Typically 3 to 6 weeks from final measurement to installation. Simple handrails move faster, while large cable or glass systems may take longer depending on material lead times and powder coating schedules. We provide a timeline with your quote.
Do you install railings in the winter?
Yes, we install year-round across Metro Vancouver. We use wet-weather anchoring systems for concrete and wrap our fabrication schedule around Vancouver's rain.
Can you fix or replace an existing railing?
Yes. We offer railing removal, disposal, and replacement. We can also provide on-site mobile welding for structural repairs to existing steel stairs or frames.
Where is your metal shop located?
Our fabrication shop is in Coquitlam, BC. We service the entire Lower Mainland, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, the North Shore, and the Fraser Valley. For specialized projects, we travel to Squamish, Whistler, and Vancouver Island (Nanaimo).
Start your custom railing project today
Send us an email with a few photos of your deck or stairs and rough dimensions. We'll review the site conditions, suggest the right system, and provide a clear quote for fabrication and installation — no hidden fees, no subcontractors.