25 Farmhouse Rustic Stair Railing Ideas That Are Majorly Charming

When designing any style of home, it's important that your stair railing complements the other decor and furniture at play. In the case of farmhouse style homes in particular, you will want to veer toward railing options that lean rustic (if you're going for classic farmhouse look) or sleek and industrial (if you're a modern farmhouse enthusiast).

To help you get a sense of the main stair railing options that exist, we're sharing 25 examples of farmhouse rustic stair railing ideas that are sure to inspire you and help you design the farmhouse entryway of your dreams.

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Try Wrought Iron and Wood

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Wrought iron railings are quite popular in farmhouse style homes and are an instant classic. Mixing metal and wood is a nice way to add some variety to your interiors.
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Choose From Many Wrought Iron Types

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Plus, with wrought iron railings, there's lots of variation to choose from when it comes to detailing, so you can work to ensure your staircase won't resemble your neighbor's.
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Stick With Classic White and Wood

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A simple white and wooden is perfect for the traditionalist, as this farmhouse look will never go out of style. To add a twist of the unexpected, though, add patterned stick-on tiles to your stair risers, as seen here, for a bit of fun.
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Go Sleek With Solid Black

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Stick on tiles make an appearance once again in this home, which features a simple and sleek black railing that speaks to today's modern farmhouse style.

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Design Around a Shiplap Wall

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This type of wood and metal staircase is extremely popular in farmhouse homes. Paired with shiplap siding, it couldn't be more appropriate for a stylish rustic space. Since it isn't visually overwhelming, it also lets the shiplap wall take center stage.
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Recreate a Cabin Feel

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There's truly nothing more rustic looking than a wooden staircase like this one. Warm wood will work wonders in adding a cozy, cabin-like feel to your home, so if you've always daydreamed about living in a woodsy locale, you can fully embrace that aesthetic.
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Bring in Some Black and White

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Black and white is a no-fail color combo whether it comes to textiles or staircases. This show-stopping staircase looks extra beautiful with the addition of accompanying black and white floral tiles on the risers.
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Get Inspired by Chicken Wire

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Take a cue from the chicken wire fences often seen on farmhouse properties when designing your staircase. If you like to decorate with garland or ribbon during the holiday season, you can loop it through easily to create a festive display.

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Look to the Outdoors

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Seek inspiration from outdoor fences when designing your stair railing. This X-shaped wooden design and its black metal slats bring many elements of farmhouse exteriors inside.
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Make It Custom

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This is another variation of the railing style shown previously, only the wood is a lighter stain and the slats face horizontally rather than diagonally. There's a custom look for everyone.
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Embrace Classic Wood

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Here is another instance where shiplap makes an appearance; it will continue to reign supreme in farmhouse style homes for years to come. Paired with classic wood, it's simple yet stylish.
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Paint Your Stairs

Design by Cheryl Bafford / Photo by Abigail Jackson

We often see wrought iron slats paired with wood stairs, but you can paint your staircase white if you wish for a softer, more cottage-like look. You could even take more of a risk with color and opt for something unexpected, like a soft pink or sage green.

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Try This Trick to Hide Nicks

Design by CAROLYNLEONA / Photo by Abigail Jackson

Of course, basic black can do no wrong—and a paint color like this one will easily camouflage day to day nicks and signs of wear, making it a practical choice.
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Get Modern

Design by Scott Bartos of Paragon Building Group / Photo by Abigail Jackson

This wood and black railing is artful and minimal and will shine in any modern farmhouse home. It pairs nicely with the surrounding navy blue walls.
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Try a See-Through Approach

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Here is another instance where a chicken wire-style railing makes a big splash. The thin panels make it easy to see the artwork hanging in along the staircase wall, too.
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Focus Attention on the Stairs

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Keep your railing simple and then add a bit of personality to your stairs with some numbered stencils, which are perfect for any family-friendly home.

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Be Contemporary With a Twist

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A simple geometric metal railing like this one is a great option for those who appreciate contemporary style with a bit of a twist—while sleek, this look still contains plenty of personality.
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Prioritize Cohesiveness

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You'll want your staircase to look cohesive within the context of your home as a whole. Here, the wood banister on this stair railing nicely complements the wooden mantel top seen in this living room.
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Go Geometric

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The contemporary geometric railing style shown previously once again makes its mark in this well-styled entryway.
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Choose a Style That Suits Your Day-to-Day Lifestyle

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A slatted railing is aesthetically pleasing, but keep your lifestyle in mind before committing to a style—this option may be best for those without young children who may be inclined to reach their hands through the slats.

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Warm Up Your Railings in Winter

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Warm wood and black looks stunning all year round, but the color combo is even more fabulous when dressed up with greenery for the holidays.
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Make It Moody

Ashley Montgomery Design

Black and wood stairs bring the drama in this moody farmhouse style home, which features gorgeous shades of taupe too.
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Keep Things Coastal

Kate Marker Interiors

In this coastal farmhouse style home, a soft wooden staircase matches the hues used in the nearby dining space, allowing it to blend right in.
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Try a Larger Staircase

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You can't go wrong with a classic wooden staircase. When your staircase is ultra expansive, it's best to stick with a simple design like this one so that it doesn't appear too visually overwhelming.

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Choose Accents Wisely

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This popular style of farmhouse staircase leans modern, so pair it with contemporary accents such as sleek, neutral light fixtures like the ones shown here.