# How Can I Customize My Cable Railing?

Customize cable railing by choosing the system first. Then follow the path that fits your project.

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Start by choosing between **Express** and **Signature**.

**Express** uses one streamlined planning page with a standard option set. **Signature** uses the full customization process shown below.
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### Follow the process

1. [Choose Your Cable System](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/choose-your-cable-system.md)
   * If you choose **Express**, continue to [Customize Your Express Cable Railing](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/choose-your-cable-system/customize-your-express-cable-railing.md).
   * If you choose **Signature**, continue through the full planning path below.
2. [Choose Your Signature Infill](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/choose-your-signature-infill.md)
3. [Choose Signature Mounting Styles for Posts](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/choose-signature-mounting-styles-for-posts.md)
4. [Choose a Signature Powder Coat](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/choose-a-signature-powder-coat.md)
5. [Choose a Signature Handrail](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/choose-a-signature-handrail.md)
6. [Signature Cable Design Upgrades and Add-Ons](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/signature-cable-design-upgrades-and-add-ons.md)
7. [Request a Signature Cable Quote](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/request-a-signature-cable-quote.md)
8. [Work Through and Approve Your Signature Cable Design](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/work-through-and-approve-your-signature-cable-design.md)

### How to use this guide

* Start with the system. That choice splits the process into Express or Signature.
* If you choose Express, use the dedicated Express planning page to confirm colors, posts, handrails, and limits.
* If you choose Signature, continue through infill, mounting, finish, handrail, and upgrades.

### Related topics

#### Learn the basics

* [What is Cable Railing?](/guides/about-stairs-and-railing/what-is-cable-railing.md) — Compare the main system types and best-fit use cases.
* [What Handrail Options Do I Have?](/guides/planning/choose-the-right-railing-for-your-project/handrail-options-for-stairs-decks-and-interiors.md) — Review wall rails, top rails, and graspable profiles.

#### Price, install, and maintain

* [How much does Viewrail Cable Railing Cost?](/guides/pricing/how-much-does-viewrail-cable-railing-cost.md) — See the biggest price drivers before you request a quote.
* [How Do I Install a Cable Railing System?](/guides/install/how-do-i-install-a-cable-or-rod-railing-system.md) — Understand installation requirements before you finalize mounting.
* [How Do I Maintain Cable Railing?](/guides/maintenance/how-do-i-maintain-cable-railing.md) — Plan for long-term cleaning and upkeep.


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