A Rail Shield™ deck post with a black cap and railing features a light wood finish on the post and horizontal panel. Black vertical balusters contrast against the durable polycarbonate structure, all set against a plain white background. Product: Rail Shield - Handrail Covers.
The Rail Shield Handrail Covers, made of durable black polycarbonate, include a base, two interlocking cover pieces, and a metal screw. The components are shown separately on a white backdrop to demonstrate seamless assembly.
A Rail Shield™ deck post with a black cap and railing features a light wood finish on the post and horizontal panel. Black vertical balusters contrast against the durable polycarbonate structure, all set against a plain white background. Product: Rail Shield - Handrail Covers.
The Rail Shield Handrail Covers, made of durable black polycarbonate, include a base, two interlocking cover pieces, and a metal screw. The components are shown separately on a white backdrop to demonstrate seamless assembly.

Due to a temporary shortage, many of our Rail Shield Handrail lengths are currently backordered. Orders placed now will be fulfilled as soon as inventory is restocked. If your project is time-sensitive, please take this into consideration before ordering.

Rail Shield - Handrail Covers

Fits snug over 2x4's to beautify and keep rails protected from sun, rain, sleet or snow.  Enjoy virtually no maintenance while extending the life of new or old wood railings. The perfect compliment to Snap'n Lock Balusters and Shadow Rail Connectors.

Durable USA polycarbonate screwed in place with very low expansion and contraction characteristics makes it an excellent material for use in hot and cold climates. 

Screws not included: Screws can be purchased here.

Never apply oil based stain directly on product. To view our poly-carbonate chemical compatibility FAQ  click here.

$76.99
Pack Size:
6' Length (2-Pack)

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Close-up of a wooden post connected to a beam with a black bracket and sleek metal balusters. The post features the innovative Rail Shield - Bottom Rail Covers, showcasing wood grain on its square black base for an elegant contrast while reducing maintenance.

Rail Shield - Bottom Rail Covers

4' Length (2-Pack)
$23.97
Box of 50 Rail Shield Screws

Rail Shield Pan Head Screws

$10.99
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Any wood railing will look better with Rail Shield handrail covers.  


They install quickly and securely in minutes but make your wood railing last a lifetime.


Flat surfaces take a beating from the sun, rain and snow and show their age so much faster than vertical surfaces.


Now you can make an affordable wood railing look luxurious and with virtually no maintenance.

Rail Shield for beautiful wood railings

Sold in pairs or ten packs (72" or 96" lengths).


For a clean finish with our Rail Shield Handrail for stairs, use our Rail Shield Protection - End Caps.

Beautify, Protect and Prolong with Rail Shield™

NEVER STAIN AGAIN

The flat surface of your handrail will be covered and protected so no more regular staining is needed.

PROTECT FROM WEATHER

Let it shine, rain or snow.  You're covered!

PROLONG LIFE OF RAILING

A wood railing that performs above its class.

IT'S A COMPLETE SYSTEM!


Be sure to use Rail Shield™ with our Snap'n Lock Balusters™ and hiddend fastener Shadow Rail™ connectors.


Use everything together and you can make any average low cost wood railing perform similar in appearance and life span to more expensive vinyl or composite rail systems.


If you love wood, but hate maintenance, you need Rail Shield™.

PRODUCT INSTALLATION GUIDES

Rail Shield Handrail Instructions

Rail Shield Handrail Instructions


The Rail Shield Handrail is easy to install.  


Each handrail comes with stainless #8x1" self drilling screws to easily cut through the PVC rail material and thread securely into the wood rail.

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CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY FAQ

Rail Shield Handrail Instructions

Poly-carbonate Chemical Compatibility FAQ


Poly-carbonate is a versatile and durable plastic, widely used in various applications due to its strength, transparency, and impact resistance. However, like all materials, poly-carbonate can be sensitive to certain chemicals, which can affect its performance and longevity.


This FAQ addresses common questions about chemical compatibility to help you maintain the integrity of your poly-carbonate products.

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