The building code requires a minimum height railing (guard) of 36" for our porch. We used wooden rails, both top and bottom, and wood balusters. It adds character and gets the porch ready for to be used. Later we will screen it in. We also build and install our back door. And we'll show you a 1920's car sitting on an old 1920's road, on the property. Interesting history of this place!