Heights Side Mount Baluster System

The Heights collection is an innovative side-mount hardware system designed for installing standard 1/2″ square iron balusters. Unlike traditional installations where balusters are mounted into the top of the tread, this system secures the balusters to the exterior face of the staircase, such as the stringer, skirt board, or tread ends. This fascia-mount method provides a clean, architectural look popular in modern design and helps to maximize the usable width of your stair treads. The core of the system is a universal bracket that holds a standard 44″ long, 1/2″ square baluster, which is secured firmly in place with a set screw.

This system is engineered for exceptional versatility to fit a wide range of staircase geometries. It is compatible with tread thicknesses from 3/4″ up to 4″, finished railing heights from 36″ to 42″, and newel posts from 1″ to 6″ wide. The mounts can be secured directly to framing with wood screws or installed with epoxy or appropriate anchors. To complete the look, these mounts are compatible with any standard baluster shoe or base collar designed for a 1/2″ square profile. The trimmable design also allows for adjustments relative to the newel width, simplifying the process of aligning the balusters to the handrail’s center line.