{"product_id":"pb5837-2-5-in-cable-rail-bottom-stair-post-slotted-to-accept-stair-rails-and-7-pre-drilled-and-threaded-holes-stair-face","title":"PB5837 2.5\" Cable Rail Bottom Stair Post - Slotted to accept stair rails and 7 pre-drilled \u0026 threaded holes (stair face + left side face)","description":"\u003c!-- PB5837 PB5837 2.5\" Cable Rail Bottom Stair Post - Slotted to accept stair rails and 7 pre-drilled \u0026amp; threaded holes (stair face + left side face) - Shopify Product Description --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .msp-product-info { font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, sans-serif; color: #2d3436; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 100%; padding-top: 10px; }\n  .msp-product-info * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .msp-section { margin-bottom: 28px; padding: 20px 24px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f8f9fa 0%, #ffffff 100%); border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.04); }\n  .msp-section-title { font-size: 15px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; 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Your PB5837 2.5\" Cable Rail Bottom Stair Post - Slotted to accept stair rails and 7 pre-drilled \u0026amp; threaded holes (stair face + left side face) may differ from the configuration pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c!-- \/vista-illustrative-note --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"msp-product-info\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;\"\u003e2.5\" Cable Rail Bottom Stair Post - Slotted to accept stair rails and 7 pre-drilled \u0026amp; threaded holes (stair face + left side face)\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"msp-spec-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-spec-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-label\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-value\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-spec-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-label\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-value\"\u003eCable Railing\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-spec-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-label\"\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-value\"\u003e8 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-spec-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-label\"\u003eMaster Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-value\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-spec-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-label\"\u003ePallet Qty\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-value\"\u003e90\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-spec-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-label\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-spec-value\"\u003eVista Railing Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"msp-features-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGenuine Vista Railing Systems cable railing\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDurable powder-coated aluminum finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUV, rust, and weather resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLow-maintenance, long-lasting deck railing component\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c!-- Available Colors Section with Integrated Swatches --\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eCompatible Cable Railing Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #6c757d; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eStainless cable fittings, infill, and consumables:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"msp-compatible-list\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck102ecssw-stainless-steel-end-cap-10-end-caps-in-a-bag\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK102ECSSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck102ptssw-stainless-steel-3-4-in-protector-tube-10-protectors-in-a-bag\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK102PTSSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck102scssw-cable-railing-wall-connecting-pivoting-hardware-non-tensioner-each-bulk\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK102SCSSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck102stssw-cable-railing-wall-connecting-pivoting-hardware-tensioner-each-bulk\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK102STSSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck102wcssw-cable-railing-wall-connecting-level-hardware-non-tensioner-each-bulk\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK102WCSSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck102wtssw-cable-railing-wall-connecting-level-hardware-tensioner-each-bulk\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK102WTSSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck10205ssw-5-ft-wide-cable-infill-pack-one-5-long-cable-with-fittings\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK10205SSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck10210ssw-10-ft-wide-cable-infill-kit-one-10-long-cable-with-fittings\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK10210SSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck10215ssw-15-ft-wide-cable-infill-kit-one-15-long-cable-with-fittings\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK10215SSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck10220ssw-20-ft-wide-cable-infill-kit-one-20-long-cable-with-fittings\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK10220SSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/ck10250ssw-50-ft-wide-cable-infill-kit-one-50-long-cable-with-fittings\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eCK10250SSW\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb780200-stainless-steel-cable-cutters\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB780200\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/v5180m000i-cable-railing-system-level-cable-fitting-tensioner-each-bulk\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eV5180M000I\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/v5181m000i-cable-railing-system-level-cable-fitting-non-tensioner-each-bulk\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eV5181M000I\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/v5182m000i-cable-railing-system-stair-pivoting-cable-fitting-tensioner-each-bulk\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eV5182M000I\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/v5183m000i-cable-railing-system-stair-pivoting-cable-fitting-non-tensioner-each-bulk\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eV5183M000I\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/v5184m000i-cable-release-tool-each\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003eV5184M000I\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eCompatible Stair Cable Hardware Sets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"msp-compatible-list\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb7820-complete-set-stainless-steel-stair-cable-rail-hardware-1-set-hardware-for-both-ends-of-7-cable-strands-with-1-cab\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB7820\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eCompatible Stair Cable Post Orientations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #6c757d; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eOther stair post face\/orientation options at the same rail height:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"msp-compatible-list\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb5830-2-5-in-x-42-in-cable-rail-top-stair-post-slotted-to-accept-stair-rails-and-7-pre-drilled-and-threaded-holes-stair\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB5830\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb5831-2-5-in-x-42-in-cable-rail-top-stair-post-slotted-to-accept-stair-rails-and-7-pre-drilled-and-threaded-holes-stair\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB5831\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb5832-2-5-in-x-42-in-cable-rail-top-stair-post-slotted-to-accept-stair-rails-and-7-pre-drilled-and-threaded-holes-stair\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB5832\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb5833-2-5-in-x-42-in-cable-rail-top-stair-post-slotted-to-accept-stair-rails-and-7-pre-drilled-and-threaded-holes-stair\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB5833\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb5836-2-5-in-cable-rail-bottom-stair-post-slotted-to-accept-stair-rails-and-7-pre-drilled-and-threaded-holes-stair-face\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB5836\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb5838-2-5-in-cable-rail-bottom-stair-post-slotted-to-accept-stair-rails-and-7-pre-drilled-and-threaded-holes-stair-face\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB5838\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eCompatible Cable Spacer Pickets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"msp-compatible-list\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb5847-5-8-in-cable-rail-intermediate-stair-space-picket-5-8-in-7-pre-drilled-holes-2-faces\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB5847\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb7846-5-8-in-cable-rail-intermediate-42-in-level-space-picket-5-8-in-11-pre-drilled-holes-2-faces\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB7846\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eCompatible Cable Rail Supplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"msp-compatible-list\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb7805-316-stainless-steel-cable-wire-500-ft-spool\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB7805\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/products\/pb7806-cable-rail-4ft-rail-chanel-cover-2-pcs-notched-at-end\" class=\"msp-compatible-item\"\u003ePB7806\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"msp-section-title\"\u003eAvailable Colors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"msp-finish-swatches\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-swatch\" onclick=\"openSwatch(this, 'Textured Black')\" style=\"border: 2px solid #8cc63f;\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/6859\/files\/vista-swatch-xb.jpg?v=1780584659\" alt=\"Textured Black\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-swatch-label\"\u003eTextured Black ✓\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-swatch\" onclick=\"openSwatch(this, 'Gloss White')\" style=\"opacity: 0.5;\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/6859\/files\/vista-swatch-wt.jpg?v=1780584671\" alt=\"Gloss White\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-swatch-label\"\u003eGloss White\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-swatch\" onclick=\"openSwatch(this, 'Textured Bronze')\" style=\"opacity: 0.5;\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/6859\/files\/vista-swatch-yb.jpg?v=1780584682\" alt=\"Textured Bronze\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-swatch-label\"\u003eTextured Bronze\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"msp-swatch\" onclick=\"openSwatch(this, 'Textured Grey')\" style=\"opacity: 0.5;\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/6859\/files\/vista-swatch-tg.jpg?v=1780584694\" alt=\"Textured Grey\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"msp-swatch-label\"\u003eTextured Grey\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"msp-note\" style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003e\n      \u003cem\u003eNot every Vista railing component is offered in every powder-coat color.\u003c\/em\u003e Select your color using the \u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e option above when adding to cart. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/pages\/contact-us\" style=\"color: #8cc63f; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eContact a sales associate\u003c\/a\u003e for help choosing a system, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midweststairparts.com\/pages\/vista-railings-powder-coat-colors\" style=\"color: #8cc63f; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eview Vista powder-coat color descriptions and sample photos →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"msp-swatch-enlarged\" id=\"swatchLightbox\" onclick=\"closeSwatch()\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"msp-swatch-enlarged-close\"\u003e×\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cimg id=\"swatchLightboxImg\" src=\"\" alt=\"\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"msp-swatch-enlarged-name\" id=\"swatchLightboxName\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript\u003e\nfunction openSwatch(el, name) {\n  event.stopPropagation();\n  var img = el.querySelector('img').src;\n  document.getElementById('swatchLightboxImg').src = img;\n  document.getElementById('swatchLightboxName').textContent = name;\n  document.getElementById('swatchLightbox').classList.add('active');\n}\nfunction closeSwatch() {\n  document.getElementById('swatchLightbox').classList.remove('active');\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n","brand":"Vista Railing 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