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# Choose a Signature Handrail

Compare cable railing handrails, including metal and wood profiles for interior and exterior projects.

Choose a handrail based on the environment, profile, and finish style. Metal works well outdoors. Wood warms up interior projects and stained spaces.

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This step covers **Signature cable railing**. Express uses a smaller set of pre-configured options, so some choices shown here do not apply to Express.

If you choose Express, go 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) to review the standard option set. If you choose Signature, continue through the full customization process.
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### Metal styles

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### Standard Aluminum

Interior/Exterior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1770139928/www_viewrail/products/1-x-4-handrail/1-x-4-handrail-942066-0_2bf20a" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### Beverage Quick Slide

Interior/Exterior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1789665601/www_viewrail/products/1-x-2-handrail/Handrail_SS_product" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 1″ x 2″ Steel

Interior/Exterior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1786540194/www_viewrail/products/2-round-metal-handrail/2-inch-round-handrail" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 2″ Round Steel

Interior/Exterior
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### Wood styles

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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1789665059/www_viewrail/products/5600-handrail/6040_Handrail_fullres-scaled-1" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 5600 Series

Interior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1773675526/www_viewrail/products/6000-poplar-stain-grade/6000-poplar-stain-grade-884060-0" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 6000 Series

Interior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1785251167/www_viewrail/products/6002-handrail/6002_Ash_1" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 6002 Series

Interior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1773680094/www_viewrail/products/6005-paint-grade/6005-paint-grade-884090-3" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 6005 Series

Interior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1773676293/mzgtdutbh0d9nps1k1lm" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 6200 Series

Interior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1773677883/www_viewrail/products/6001-exterior-ipe/6001-exterior-ipe-884070-0" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 6001 Ipe Series

Exterior
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<figure><img src="https://assets.viewrail.com/image/upload/w_1800,c_limit,q_auto:good,f_auto/v1788383181/www_viewrail/products/6007-exterior-handrail/EcoVantage_6007_Handrail" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### 6007 Series

Exterior
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### How to choose the top detail

* Choose metal for outdoor use, lower upkeep, and a slimmer profile.
* Choose wood for warmer interior projects or stained finish matching.
* Match the handrail finish to the posts and infill so the system reads as one design.

### Related topics

* [What Handrail Options Do I Have?](/guides/planning/choose-the-right-railing-for-your-project/handrail-options-for-stairs-decks-and-interiors.md) — Compare more handrail materials, profiles, and code basics.
* [Choose a Powder Coat](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/choose-a-signature-powder-coat.md) — Coordinate metal rails with the main finish.
* [Cable Design Upgrades and Add-Ons](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/signature-cable-design-upgrades-and-add-ons.md) — Add lighting, gates, and secondary handrails.
* [Request a Quote](/guides/planning/how-can-i-customize-my-cable-railing/request-a-signature-cable-quote.md) — Include your preferred handrail profile in the quote.


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