Old Hickory
For custom metalwork in Old Hickory, call Volunteer State Railing and Ironworks. Our shop handles your project from design through installation, and we build railings, gates, fencing, stairs, cable rail, glass rail, balusters, and specialty metal features for homes and properties across the area. Cory Carpenter brings more than 13 years of ornamental ironwork experience, and every project includes clear pricing, direct communication, CAD drawings for review, and fabrication built specifically for your property. Call (629) 333-4914 to request a quote.
We are often asked to provide made-to-fit metalwork around porches, decks, stairways, entry points, patios, commercial spaces, and renovated interiors. Volunteer State Railing and Ironworks handles the work from the early design conversation through fabrication and installation. We measure the space, review the details with you, provide drawings before fabrication, and build the finished piece around your property.
Every project is different! A stair run may have an unusual angle. A porch may have older posts or brick edges. A gate opening may be sloped or slightly out of square. Custom fabrication gives us a better way to solve those conditions and still deliver a finished product that looks intentional.
We fabricate stair handrails for interior stairs, exterior steps, basement stairs, garage entries, side doors, and remodel projects. Each handrail is measured around the height, angle, wall clearance, mounting surface, and post placement at the property.
Some rails are simple steel pieces built for a clean look and dependable use. Others include ornamental iron details, shaped returns, decorative posts, or a style that matches nearby metalwork. We can build wall-mounted rails, post-mounted rails, or custom handrails for stair layouts that need more planning than a standard rail can provide.
We build porch and deck railings for front entries, covered porches, rear decks, raised landings, and multi-section outdoor areas. These projects often have columns, steps, brick, concrete, wood framing, or existing trim that needs to be considered before fabrication.
A custom railing can include straight pickets, decorative iron details, cable rail, glass rail components, or a simpler steel layout. We measure the openings, talk through the look you want, and build the sections to match the porch or deck rather than cutting down prefab panels on site.
We fabricate railings for balconies, loft edges, upper landings, interior overlooks, and second-story exterior spaces. These areas often need a railing that feels connected to the rest of the home, especially when the railing is visible from the main living area.
We can build railings that coordinate with stair railings, metal balusters, wood trim, flooring, or existing posts. If several sections need to line up across the same room or exterior elevation, we plan those details before the work moves into production.
Cable railing is available for decks, balconies, stairs, lofts, and raised outdoor areas. These systems use steel framing and stainless cable, with the layout planned around post spacing, cable runs, corner turns, stair angles, and rail height.
The finished look is simple, but the frame and cable layout need careful planning. We prepare the design, fabricate the steel, finish the metal, and install the cable system so the final result looks clean and feels stable.
Glass railing systems can be used on stairways, decks, balconies, offices, and interior spaces where the owner wants a more open style. The metal portions may include posts, clamps, top rails, base shoes, or custom framing depending on the project.
We review panel sizing, attachment points, rail height, hardware choices, and the surrounding surfaces before fabrication begins. This helps the system fit the space cleanly once the glass and metal components come together.
We replace wood spindles with metal balusters when the existing posts and handrail are still in usable condition. This is a practical way to update a staircase without rebuilding the entire railing.
Baluster options include straight, square, twisted, basket, and other iron styles. Before installation, we review spacing, rail condition, attachment points, and the layout of the stairs. If the existing structure is sound, the new balusters can change the look of the staircase quickly.
We fabricate metal stair components, posts, supports, guardrails, and related stair features for interior projects. These details may be part of a remodel, a new stair design, or an update where the railing needs to work with flooring, trim, walls, and nearby finished surfaces.
Early planning helps here. We can review the layout with the homeowner, contractor, or designer and build the metalwork around the stair structure before the project gets too far along.
We build metal railings and related components for deck stairs, porch stairs, entry stairs, access stairs, and outdoor transitions. The connection points may involve brick, concrete, wood framing, stone, or existing posts, so field measurements guide the fabrication.
Each piece is built around the slope, height, landing shape, and mounting location. After fabrication, the metal can be powder coated for a clean finish and lower routine upkeep.
We also fabricate stair railings, handrails, and guardrails for offices, rental properties, shops, shared entries, and service stairs. These projects need clean workmanship and a practical design, especially when the railing sits near a tenant entry, customer entrance, or shared walkway.
We build walk gates for side yards, garden paths, patios, pool areas, service areas, and smaller openings around the property. Each gate is measured for width, slope, hinge side, latch location, post placement, and swing direction.
The design can stay simple or include more ornamental detail. We can also build the gate to match nearby fencing, railings, or porch features.
Driveway gates and larger property gates require careful layout before fabrication starts. Opening width, grade, swing path, post size, hinge placement, and latch or access hardware all affect the finished result.
We fabricate driveway gates in classic wrought iron styles, cleaner steel layouts, and custom designs that coordinate with fencing or entry features. Once the design is approved, the gate is built, finished, and installed for the opening.
Specialty gates can be used for wine rooms, pet areas, stair openings, office separations, pool access, and other custom spaces. These projects are built around the opening and the way the gate will be used day to day.
We fabricate wrought iron fencing for front yards, side yards, pools, gardens, courtyards, commercial entries, and perimeter sections. Custom fencing gives you control over height, spacing, gate placement, post style, and decorative detail.
Fence designs can stay simple with straight pickets and clean posts or include ornamental tops, scrolls, and matching gate details. We fabricate the sections for the property and finish the metal for a clean appearance.
Many fencing projects also need a matching walk gate, driveway gate, porch railing, or short handrail nearby. We can design those pieces together so the spacing, finish, and general style feel consistent across the property.
This is especially useful when a fence connects to an entry feature, wraps around a pool, or sits near other visible metalwork.
We fabricate privacy screens, CNC-cut panels, equipment screens, trash enclosure panels, patio dividers, and decorative partitions. These pieces can add separation, hide utility areas, or give an outdoor space a more finished look.
We build planter boxes, porch columns, brackets, accents, and custom exterior pieces for homes and businesses. These details can be designed to coordinate with railings, gates, fencing, or privacy panels already planned for the property.
Some projects do not fit a standard category. We can build custom pieces that need a specific size, mounting point, finish, or design. If you have an idea for a made-to-fit metal feature, we can review the space, prepare drawings, and fabricate it once the details are approved.
We begin with a free estimate, either virtually or in person, then schedule a site visit to take measurements and confirm the layout. Before fabrication starts, we provide CAD drawings so you can review the design and approve the details. From there, we fabricate the project to the measured dimensions, send it for powder coating, and schedule delivery and installation. Once the work is installed, we clean up the site and walk the finished project with you.
We serve Old Hickory (37138), Hermitage (37076), Madison (37115), Donelson (37214), Mount Juliet (37122), Hendersonville (37075), Goodlettsville (37072), Lakewood, and nearby Nashville-area communities. If your property is near Old Hickory and you need custom metalwork, call and ask about your project.
Call Volunteer State Railing and Ironworks if you need custom railings, handrails, cable rail, glass railing, metal stairs, gates, fencing, baluster replacement, privacy screens, or specialty fabrication in Old Hickory. We will talk through the project, measure the space, prepare drawings, build the work, and install it with care. Call (629) 333-4914 to schedule your quote.
Whether you need a stunning new railing, a secure gate, or a custom fence, we’re ready to bring your vision to life with unmatched craftsmanship and service.
