A Fresh Take on Stair Infill: Stainless Steel Mesh & Perforated Solutions
Published 08/25/25
Two stainless infill options architects rely on when the goal is openness, safety, and a clean install—without overcomplicating the edge.
If you’re working on a stair or overlook, you’re likely weighing the same priorities we hear from teams every day:
Keep the sightlines, safety, and schedule in tact.
Two stainless steel infill types continue to meet those demands—perforated panels and wire mesh. Both deliver clean visuals and confidence under pressure. The difference is how they speak visually, and how they shape movement through the space.
Visual language, tuned to your project
Perforated stainless has presence—pattern, rhythm, and the ability to screen without shutting down visibility. You can tune the percent-open and geometry to filter light, introduce privacy, or carry a graphic voice across the run.
Wire mesh, on the other hand, barely speaks at all—until you get close. It disappears from a distance, offering long views and open feel, but up close, it’s all about refinement: soft sheen, woven structure, texture with tension.
Why teams choose these systems:
✔️ Clarity with restraint
Keep the stair open without calling attention to the guard.
✔️ Confidence in code
Both systems easily meet standard guardrail openings when sized right—without compromising visibility.
✔️ No surprises during install
Modular framing. Clean bolt-ups. Predictable fit-up. That’s what makes fast turnarounds possible when the clock’s ticking.
When to choose what
Use perforated for:
Filtered views or graphic expression.
Subtle privacy in a high-traffic areas.
Use mesh for:
Total transparency and visual openness.
Preserving sightlines across atria, landings, or overlook areas.
Let’s talk about glass
Yes, we still do glass. And when a project calls for full clarity, we’ll deliver it with the same precision and pre-engineered support as any other system.
But we’re also seeing a shift. As material costs shift and timelines get tighter, more architects are asking:
What’s the best option for the look, the safety, and the schedule?
Sometimes that’s glass.
Other times, perforated or mesh offers the same design integrity—with less complexity and more breathing room in the budget. We’re here to help you make that call—not push it.
What we bring to the table
✔️ Shop-drawing support and coordination from day one
✔️ Pre-engineered systems that fit your stair or overlook, not just the page
✔️ Delivery schedules that don’t unravel downstream
Let’s lay it out
Want to compare mesh, perforated, and glass options side-by-side? We’ll walk you through visuals, cost ranges, and install timelines so your team can move forward with confidence.
For inquiries or to request a quote, please visit our website or contact one of our regional sales managers directly.