The Artisan Difference: Handcrafted Cable Railings Made in the USA
In a world full of mass-produced railing kits, handmade craftsmanship is becoming increasingly rare. At Paul Kraft MPLS, every cable railing system is custom-fabricated in our Minneapolis workshop—not overseas, not stamped out by machines, and not assembled from lightweight parts. The result is a level of quality, strength, and artistry that factory systems simply can’t match.
If you’re looking for custom cable railings, deck railings, interior railing systems, or complete railing kits shipped nationwide, our handmade process delivers the precision and beauty serious builders expect.
Why Artisan Craftsmanship Matters in Cable Railing Fabrication
Cable railing strength and performance comes down to fabrication quality. While many railing brands market themselves as “premium,” most are actually mass-manufactured, designed for fast shipping, and built to hit low price points—not to last decades.
Artisan railings are different.
At Paul Kraft MPLS, our cable railing posts, top rails, stair components, and hardware kits are:
- TIG-welded and machined by hand
- Made from heavy-wall aluminum and 316 stainless steel
- Cut and engineered specifically for your project
- Powder coated to your preferred finish
- Designed for clean, modern lines and uninterrupted views
Our clients don’t just purchase a product—they invest in craftsmanship.
Hand-Built in Minnesota, Installed Anywhere in the United States
We ship to homeowners, architects, contractors, and designers across the U.S. who want railing systems strong enough to last a lifetime.
Every railing is:
- engineered to resist deflection and flex
- custom sized to your deck, balcony, or stair angle
- designed for smooth installation
- backed by personal support throughout the build
This isn’t a generic railing kit pulled off a shelf.
It’s a railing system built for your specific project.
Meet the Makers Behind the Metalwork
Behind every welded connection, machined cut, and powder-coated finish are real hands—Paul and the team, working side-by-side in the Minneapolis shop.
Their approach isn’t assembly-line manufacturing. It’s:
- problem-solving
- precision
- aesthetics
- structural math
- decades of metalwork experience
You can see the craftsmanship in the details:
the joints, the finish quality, the welds—you can feel it the moment you hold the metal in your hand.
Customers who want the cheapest railing kit are not the right fit here.
Customers who want their project to look clean, strong, modern, and professional—those are our people.
Why Handcrafted Cable Railings Perform Better Than Store Kits
1️⃣ Stronger Materials = Safer Railings
Big-box kits use thin aluminum so they can meet low shipping weight requirements.
We don’t.
2️⃣ Perfect Stair Angles Without Swivel Joints
Most railing brands ship stair posts with bulky swivel hardware. We custom-cut posts to the installation angle for a tighter, cleaner finish.
3️⃣ Cleaner Installations & Better Sightlines
Fewer joints. Smaller fittings. One continuous visual line.
4️⃣ Built to Last Decades, Not Seasons
The combination of material thickness, welding method, and powder-coat quality means real longevity.
If you want railings you never have to replace, artisan craftsmanship matters.
See More Craftsmanship on Our Etsy Store: KraftSteelWorks
For buyers who want to browse smaller projects or get visuals from actual customer work, we maintain an active Etsy presence.
Visit our Etsy shop:
👉 https://www.etsy.com/shop/KraftSteelWorks
On Etsy you’ll find:
- handcrafted metal components
- custom railing accessories
- artistic metalwork pieces
- shop reviews & customer photos
Why Customers Choose Paul Kraft MPLS Over Mass-Produced Railings
Homeowners and contractors choose our railing systems because they want:
- strength
- professional aesthetics
- tight tolerances
- genuine American manufacturing
- personal project support
- reliability
Buying railings is not just about price,it’s about performance.
American-Made, Minneapolis-Built, Shipped to Your Door
Every cable railing post, stair system, and top rail is made in our Minneapolis shop—not abroad.
Buyers across the country come to Paul Kraft MPLS because they want railing systems they can trust.
Our railings have been shipped to:
California, New York, Washington, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, New Jersey, Florida, Tennessee, and more.
And the list keeps growing.
Ready to Build Your Cable Railing Project? We Can Help.
Whether you’re building a lake home, mountain deck, coastal balcony, rooftop patio, or interior stair railing, our custom work is engineered for:
- view-focused design
- architectural strength
- long-term structural stability
👇 Start your project here:
request-a-quote
Send drawings, plans, or rough measurements, and we’ll quote your system directly.
You get personal communication—not a call center.
Heavy gauge aluminum—not thin imported aluminum.
And railings that look incredible—not like a one size fits all kit.
