# Compare Handrail Profiles

Use this page to compare handrail profiles fast. Each section shows where the profile works, what makes it distinct, and the photos available for that option.

### Metal handrails

#### Beverage

* **Use:** Interior or exterior
* **Profile:** 1" × 4"
* **Materials:** Aluminum, 304 stainless steel, or 2205 stainless steel
* **Best for:** A wide top rail with a clean metal look

This profile fits Signature and Express post lines. The 304 and 2205 stainless options are rated for coastal locations.

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![Aluminum Beverage Handrail](https://www.viewrail.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Beverage-Quickslide-Handrail-300x300.png)
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<figure><img src="/files/Gk847wGrV8UuYWk5ZoDG" alt=""><figcaption><p>Beverage Handrail with End Cap</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### 1″ × 2″ Steel

* **Use:** Interior or exterior
* **Profile:** 1" × 2"
* **Materials:** Aluminum, 304 stainless steel, or 2205 stainless steel
* **Best for:** A slim metal top rail on Signature or Express posts

This profile ships with both ends open. Add an [end plug](https://shop.viewrail.com/1x2-handrail-end-caps/p/149651/) or cover for a finished look. The 304 and 2205 stainless options are rated for coastal locations.

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![Stainless Handrail With Plugged End](https://www.viewrail.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Metal-1-X-2-handrail-1-300x300.png)
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#### 2″ Round Steel

* **Use:** Interior or exterior, non-coastal
* **Profile:** 1.5" or 2" round
* **Material:** 316 stainless steel
* **Best for:** A softer profile on modern metal railing

This round handrail is available in brushed stainless or powder coat. You can order finished ends, connect long sections, or finish ends on site.

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![Round Metal Handrail 2″](https://www.viewrail.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Round-Handrail-1024x1024-300x300.jpg)
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### Wood handrails

#### 6084 Handrail

* **Use:** Interior
* **Graspability:** Graspable
* **Species:** All wood species except Ipe and Endurance
* **Best for:** Projects that need a code-focused graspable profile

The 6084 has a wide top and an inward finger recess. It pairs well with metal railing posts and keeps a clean, angular look.

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<figure><img src="/files/aXAGoDlfH9LHwniv6YCi" alt="6084 handrail profile" width="207"><figcaption><p>6084 profile</p></figcaption></figure>
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<figure><img src="/files/jLhWxDJZSdBRtcUaPoi5" alt="6084 handrail installed view"><figcaption><p>Installed view</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### 5600 Series

* **Use:** Interior
* **Profile:** Shaped
* **Construction:** Two solid hardwood pieces, face-glued together
* **Best for:** A warmer, more traditional grip shape

The 5600 has a flat bottom and gently rounded top. It feels substantial in hand without looking bulky. It works well with balusters, cable, rod, and wall-mounted layouts.

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<figure><img src="/files/TTw5GtDSAWBGoyZ0zaOl" alt="5600 handrail profile" width="188"><figcaption><p>Profile view</p></figcaption></figure>
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<figure><img src="/files/4Sk0LA15crfspHbsOsAI" alt="5600 handrail detail" width="188"><figcaption><p>Detail view</p></figcaption></figure>
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<figure><img src="/files/3IczX1V7D4uhARC2JWVS" alt="5600 handrail installed view" width="188"><figcaption><p>Installed view</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### 6000 Series

* **Use:** Interior only
* **Graspability:** Not graspable
* **Species:** All wood species except Ipe and Endurance
* **Size:** 2-3/4" wide × 1-5/8" tall

The 6000 Mission Handrail is a timeless rectangular profile. It works with modern railing systems, wrought iron balusters, and square-top wood balusters.

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<figure><img src="/files/8WbXjoHsj889snSeAwg5" alt="6000 handrail detail" width="188"><figcaption><p>Detail view</p></figcaption></figure>
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<figure><img src="/files/vhXTtxf9PWCso8C4NNKg" alt="6000 handrail installed view" width="283"><figcaption><p>Installed view</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### 6002 Series

* **Use:** Interior
* **Construction:** Solid wood, no glue joints
* **Size:** 2-3/4" wide × 1-5/8" tall
* **Best for:** Projects that want the 6000 shape in one solid piece

The 6002 Solid Handrail keeps the same clean rectangular look as the 6000. It is milled from premium 2" lumber for added structural consistency.

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<figure><img src="/files/dFnAqw1sr9F8kNow1ysW" alt="6002 handrail detail"><figcaption><p>Detail view</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### 6004 Graspable

* **Use:** Interior
* **Graspability:** Graspable
* **Species:** All wood species except Ipe and Endurance
* **Size:** 2-1/2" × 2 7/16"

The 6004 is built for code compliance and a bold modern look. Two finger slots create a secure grip, which makes this a strong fit for commercial projects and any stair that needs a dedicated graspable profile.

It works with cable, rod, and glass systems using Universal Top or Flat Top mounting. It can also be wall-mounted with standard handrail brackets.

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#### 6005 Series

* **Use:** Interior
* **Profile:** Beverage rail
* **Width:** 4"
* **Best for:** A flat top that can hold a drink or support an elbow

The 6005 is a wide, multi-use handrail that adds function as well as finish. It is a strong fit for entertaining spaces and interior railing where a broader top feels intentional.

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<figure><img src="/files/acXozWg7tjmwgALEkUyc" alt="6005 handrail detail"><figcaption><p>Detail view</p></figcaption></figure>
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<figure><img src="/files/dFLmV6s5MadWOVjZbxb2" alt="6005 handrail installed view"><figcaption><p>Installed view</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### 6200 Series

* **Use:** Interior
* **Species:** All wood species except Ipe and Endurance
* **Profile:** Slim rectangular
* **Best for:** Modern interior cable, rod, or glass railing

The 6200 keeps a simple profile that works across contemporary, mission, and shaker spaces. It is one of the cleanest ways to keep the top rail minimal indoors.

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<figure><img src="/files/krgSSmmmKTHC6iAXFzbG" alt="6200 handrail detail"><figcaption><p>Detail view</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### 6001 Ipe Series

* **Use:** Exterior or interior
* **Wood:** Ipe
* **Size:** 1.5" × 3.5"
* **Lengths:** 3' to 15'

The 6001 Ipe profile uses a simple rectangular shape that works well with cable and rod railing. Ipe handles weather well, but an exterior-rated sealant is still recommended for the best long-term performance.

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<figure><img src="/files/YArLhU5TEubJWw6Y5lkT" alt="6001 Ipe handrail detail"><figcaption><p>Detail view</p></figcaption></figure>
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<figure><img src="/files/6XGrRP0pxsdOhCcOjyJy" alt="6001 Ipe handrail installed view"><figcaption><p>Installed view</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### 6007 Series

* **Use:** Interior, with exterior Endurance option
* **Profile:** Beverage rail
* **Construction:** Solid, no glue joints
* **Best for:** A broad top rail with a more structural wood build

The 6007 is the solid-construction version of the 6005 Beverage profile. It has a wide, flat top that feels substantial and works well with cable, rod, and glass systems.

The Endurance Series 6007 is thermally modified for exterior use. It resists moisture, rot, mildew, and weather without added chemicals. It is available in hard maple and white oak, in lengths up to 10'. An exterior-rated stain or sealant is recommended.

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### Glass cap options

#### Square Metal Cap

* **Graspability:** Graspable
* **Use:** Glass railing top cap reference

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#### 6008 Wood Cap

* **Graspability:** Graspable
* **Species:** All wood species except Ipe and Endurance
* **Use:** Interior glass railing top cap reference

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