Promenaid 2 ft. Handrail Kit - Complete Indoor Stair Handrail System with Genuine Black Walnut & Aluminum Core - Includes 2 Antique Brass Wall Brackets & Flush Endcaps (1.6” Round) - Perfect for Home Staircases, Hallways & ADA Compliant Spaces

One of the odd things about the staircase in my home was that there was a long stretch where only one side had any railing. This was a bit troublesome since the wooden base of the stairs could get a bit slippery, and the experience of falling on the stairs is far from desirable. So I set out on my quest to find additional railing for my stairs.I had two main factors that I was looking for in my railing considerations: 1. I wanted railing that came in the specific length I needed to cover the area in question (11 ft), and 2. I wanted a product that specifically stated where the mounting brackets were so I could ensure they lined up with my wall studs. I began my search with looking at the cheaper options; most of which being some form of PVC or thin metal railing. The reviews were a bit concerning, however, so I eventually decided that spending a bit more would be the safer option; especially since the railing would be meant to ensure physical safety.I decided upon this Promenaid handrail due to its nice appearance, clear product description, and good reviews. Like many rail options on Amazon, I was able to select a custom length to fit my needs. This also was one of the few railing products that specified not only where the mounting brackets were, but that they can be positioned wherever you want them so that stud positions would not be a problem.The product shipped from Canada (to US) and arrived a whole week earlier than Amazon anticipated. The packaging secured the product well and each section of the railing was packed in its own box, each of which was taped together for a single shipment. The rail segments even had protective tape on the edges with my name on it, so I could tell the railing was prepared specifically for my order.The installation process was fairly simple; most of which I did by myself on the floor. I had my wife help hold the rail briefly as I installed the first and last brackets per the instructions. I installed the rest of the brackets by myself with the rail suspended by the first two. Once installation was complete, I tested the rail by hoisting myself up a few stairs using just my arms to ensure that everything was nice and sturdy. Nothing moved, and there were no creaking noises.The only downsides I came across with the product were the rail joining area and the mounting screws. The area where the rails join don't completely match up unless the rail is installed absolutely perfectly. I even tried to change which ends meet, but I'd have to make a tiny adjustment in the bracket placement to potentially fix the gap, which isn't really worth losing structural integrity. The screws for the brackets seem to strip way too easily considering that they need to be screwed in all the way for maximum integrity. They can survive an initial installation and possibly and adjustment or two, but they would need to be replaced if any more work needs to be done.Overall, this is a great product, and you will see the money you put into once the railing is up.