From Builder to Believer: Why William H. Chose Snap'n Lock, Shadow Rail, and Titan Post Anchor Kits for His Projects

William H. has built countless decks in his career, so when it came time to finish his own front porch project, he knew

he needed railing components that would stand up to his professional standards. That’s when he turned to Titan Building Products—and the results didn’t disappoint.

From balusters to rail connectors and post anchoring, William used a complete system that delivered on performance, speed, and style. Here's a breakdown of what he chose—and why.

Snap’n Lock Baluster System

The first thing William reached for? The Snap’n Lock Baluster System—our easy baluster solution for clean, modern railings.

No Coring Required

“These are really nice due to not having to drill holes in the top and bottom handrails,” William says. “That saved a ton of time and hassle.”

Clean, Professional Finish

The sleek look turned heads. Friends were so impressed, they kept asking about the system.

Strength You Can Trust

"These are the strongest systems I’ve worked with,” William says of the Snap’n Lock balusters.

Shadow Rail Connectors

To complete his railing, William also used Shadow Rail Connectors—our discreet way to attach 2x4 top and bottom rails to posts without visible brackets.

Hidden Connection Points for a Seamless Look

With no brackets or screws visible from the outside, the railing looks clean and high-end. The hardware disappears—putting the focus on the beauty of the wood and the craftsmanship of the install.

Fast, Easy Installation Without Complicated Hardware

"It’s a breeze," William says. You just screw each part into place and slide the rail in—no measuring awkward angles, no custom cuts, no extra hardware.

Sturdy Feel Even Under Heavy Use

Once connected, the rail is locked in tightly. There's no wobble or give—just the solid performance you’d expect from a pro-grade system.

Titan Post Anchor Kits + Post Skirts

A strong railing starts at the base, and William knew Titan’s Post Anchors would give him the reliable foundation he needed.

Surface-Mount Simplicity

No notching decking or posts or complicated joist carpentry. Posts are high and dry above wet surfaces for longer life with a low profile clean appearance.

Built for Long-Term Strength and Performance

These anchors are galvanized and powder coated for longer life.

Clean Look with Matching Post Skirts

To finish off the base of each post, William added Titan’s decorative post skirts—designed to fit perfectly around our post anchors for a polished, professional appearance.