Solution / railings metal

Railings & Architectural Metal

A safe, resolved edge depends on the substrate, fixing, material and finish.

Finished stair railing with timber handrail.
Finished architectural metal railingVK Buildtech work / application

Decision context / 01

Start with the conditions around the system.

Railing design must account for the edge condition, fixings, material finish and the people using the space.

  • Glass railing01
  • Stainless steel02
  • Cast iron03
  • Wrought iron04
  • Balcony edge05
  • Stair06

Detail / 02

Material and finish

Glass, stainless steel, cast iron and wrought iron create different visual and maintenance outcomes. Selection depends on exposure, detail and the approved specification.

Ornate balcony railing.
Material and finishApplication / VK Buildtech work

Detail / 03

Edge conditions

Balcony and stair railings meet slab edges, walls and landings. Survey the substrate and fixing locations before fabrication.

Close view of wrought stair railing.
Edge conditionsApplication / VK Buildtech work

Detail / 04

Fabrication to installation

Shop detailing, finish protection, transport and site fixing should be sequenced together so the finished assembly fits the real condition.

Ornate railing installation/detail.
Fabrication to installationDetail / execution photograph

Applications / 04

Considered for balconies, stairs, commercial edges.

Final system choice follows the site survey, drawings and project-specific requirements.

Systems / Glass railings / Stainless steel / Cast iron / Wrought iron

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