our home is nearly 50 years old and the railings aren't close enough like current codes, so we put chicken wire across it to keep the dogs and cats from taking a notion. It isn't noticible from the living room, but 3 40"-ish quilts hung across help
I just added another kit to my spring travel pile ... It would be easier to plan if I could still hand applique or quilt or EEP but those days are behind me.