We recently completed installation of the Blika side-mounted cable railing system, and overall we are very pleased with the finished product. The quality of the materials is excellent, the posts are attractive, and the completed railing looks like it was always meant to be part of our home. We have received several compliments on the finished appearance.

One of the reasons we selected the Blika system was because side-mounted cable railing posts are not very common. We were happy to find a product that met our design goals, and we are very pleased with the clean, modern appearance of the finished installation.

I want to share our installation experience because it may help other DIY homeowners set realistic expectations.

Our installation was on a retaining wall block porch rather than a traditional wood-framed deck. Because of that, the supplied mounting hardware and installation instructions did not match our particular application. We ultimately designed our own mounting solution using Tapcon concrete anchors, and the posts are now extremely solid. Before purchasing, it would be helpful if buyers understood exactly what type of structure the supplied mounting hardware is intended for. If it is primarily designed for wood fascia or rim joists, customers with masonry or retaining wall construction can plan accordingly.

Once the posts were installed, the cable installation itself went surprisingly well. The instructions for the cable components were clear, and after making one cable to verify the measurements, we assembled the remaining cables with very few issues.

We also found it helpful to watch several cable railing installation videos from other DYI installers. Seeing a variety of installation techniques helped us better understand the overall process and gave us additional confidence during installation.

A couple of suggestions that might help future customers:
• The cable cutter included in the kit worked very well.
• The crimping tool produced excellent crimps, but it requires considerable force. We found it much easier to clamp the tool securely to a sturdy workbench and slip a short piece of pipe over the handle for additional leverage. That made the work much easier and more consistent.
• During cable tensioning, we found it helpful to hold the opposite fitting with pliers while turning the supplied Allen wrench. The installation video showed only the Allen wrench, but holding the opposite side prevented the fitting from rotating and made tensioning much easier.

Customer service was responsive when we had an order issue. We initially received the wrong posts, but replacements were shipped promptly. The only hiccup was that a FedEx pickup was scheduled for the incorrect posts, but no return shipping label was provided. Once that was resolved, everything moved forward.

Overall, we are very happy with our purchase and would buy this system again. The finished railing is sturdy, attractive, and exactly the clean, modern look we were hoping for. Our installation required more problem-solving than the instructions suggested, particularly because of our retaining wall block construction, but if you are comfortable with DIY projects and willing to adapt to your particular installation, we believe the finished result is well worth the effort.

Just took my time, made sure posts and rails were level and true. For the most part installation went well. Simple to install and got it done.

Drilling into our concrete steps took some patience, but this BLIKA railing looks so clean now that it's up. The black aluminum has a nice, heavy-duty weight to it and doesn't feel cheap or flimsy at all. It totally changed the curb appeal of our front porch. Really happy with the quality.

During our multi-level home remodel, we wanted to keep the staircase area feeling bright, airy, and integrated into the living space, rather than boxed in by traditional drywall or heavy wooden spindles. After comparing several options, we decided on the BLIKA Indoor Stair Cable Railing System, and we couldn't be happier with how the project turned out.

We recently completed a multi-level redwood deck renovation in our backyard, which includes a wooden hot tub and concrete retaining walls. For the stairs and upper deck areas, we installed the BLIKA 36'' Black Deck/Stair Cable Railing System, and it has proven to be a solid addition to our outdoor space.

We recently renovated our loft platform and staircase area, and I was looking for a railing system that wouldn’t eat up our limited floor space while keeping the modern, open-concept look. After doing some research, we went with the BLIKA 36'' Black Side Mount Cable Railing System DIY Kit, and we are incredibly pleased with the results.

Used these adjustable angle cable railing fittings with our existing wood posts on a covered deck project and they worked flawlessly. The hardware tensioned nicely and handled the stair angle without any issues. We wanted to keep the natural wood structure while upgrading to a modern cable railing system, and this kit gave us exactly that look.

We used this black stair cable railing system for our indoor staircase renovation and the final result looks amazing. The matte black posts paired perfectly with our white oak stair treads and gave the whole space a much more modern feel. Installation was easier than expected and the angled cable layout followed the staircase perfectly. Solid cable railing kit with a very clean architectural look.

These lag screws worked great! I ordered 2 sets and they work great!

Easy install

I was reluctant to because DIY projects can wrong quickly. This installation was very easy. I made a mistake and don’t order enough of the cable tensioners. Michelle was so helpful and she quickly got me back on track. Very high quality andI saved money. I highly recommend this company. David

Added these stainless steel black cable railing handrails along our front walkway retaining wall. They are incredibly sturdy and weather-resistant. Combining them with the cable system gave our house a modern facelift. The finish is flawless.

Used these 36" side mount posts for cable railing on our concrete patio overlook. The fascia mounting saved floor space and the pre-drilled holes made running the cables a breeze. Very heavy-duty black powder coat. Highly recommend!

Installing railing on stairs can be tricky, but this angled drilled stair cable railing system DIY kit was perfect. Mounted these straight to our outdoor wooden steps. The 36'' height feels very safe, and the pre-angled holes lined up perfectly. Great product.

Bought this black surface mount cable railing system DIY kit for our deck renovation. Having everything bundled made planning so much easier. The level drilled posts look amazing, especially at night with our deck lighting. Easy to install even for a beginner.