What kind of railings can I use?

Keeping the population safe is what we do here. To accomplish this, we supply everyone with first rate barrier merchandise. This includes everything from handrail installations to Armco to help with controlling traffic. Since we have many options available, it is easier for customers to find the right solution.

One primary safety feature of the staircase is the handrail. Another element that is there to help is the railing. Both work to prevent injuries and falls. You can make these staircase components using numerous materials. The type of handrails and railings you use will influence the staircase's appearance too.

With similar names, it is easy to confuse these two components. Handrails, also referred to as banisters, are the part you hold onto for support when traversing stairs. They need to offer stability as well as a continuous guide along the stairs. They can extend from the side of the stair rail, reside on top of the balusters, or be attached to the wall.

Railings are the barriers that stop us falling off the side of the stairs. They need to be robust enough so they resist breaking if someone pushes on it or falls. What we want to do is talk about some of the available options you have for these.

Picket railing

This is the most common choice. It includes vertical posts capable of supporting the handrail. At the bottom, the posts are stuck to the stair treads or base rail.

You can make pickets using metal or wood. It is possible to have the design be simple or ornate. As a result, you can choose the perfect style for your property.

One of the main reasons these railings are so popular is you can use them everywhere from residential properties to industrial facilities. They are suitable for use indoors and outside.

Multi-line railing

Next we have a type of railing that consists of horizontal tubes or rods. They extend from railing post to post. The tubes or rods can come in individual materials, sizes, and styles to reflect the right look.

You would typically use these railings in industrial and commercial buildings. They are especially good for equipment access stairs and egress stairways.

Cable railing

The cable design uses high tension, vertical, or horizontal metal cables rather than tubes or pickets. They create a barrier on the side of your stairs. It is possible to use cable railings with several newel post and handrail materials. Examples include wood, aluminium, and steel.

You can use these railings on exterior and interior staircases. They can offer a modern appearance to commercial buildings as well as residential properties.

Choose the right components for your handrail

At Barrier Mart, we have several options available. They include key clamp components, both tubes and fittings. All our goods are high quality too as we manufacture everything in house. So, you can rely on them to keep people safe.

Let us know if there is anything we can do for you; we will supply your handrail parts and can also offer installation.