Cornwalls leading supplier since 1960
Modern Balustrades For
Internal & External Spaces
What is a Balustrade?
Essentially a balustrade is a support, often a column like support that when linked together forms a balustrade, which then becomes the railing upon a balcony, porch or terrace. See here for a another definition explaining the connection between balustrades and balconies.
Balustrade systems have become much more popular in the last 10 years in Cornwall. Generally, because people desire a modern theme throughout their property. Stainless steel and glass balustrades are simple yet elegant and require minimal amounts of maintenance.
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Balustrade Options
Suitable for staircase balustrades, balconies, terrace balustrades, decking features, landings, platforms and privacy screens.
Brushed Stainless Steel
If Brushed steel is chosen it will require regular maintenance in coastal areas, usually wiping the surface with a damp cloth.
Mirror Finish
If the mirror finish steel is chosen it will require less maintenance; however, because it is more labour intensive initially, it is more expensive.
Galvanised Finish
Alternatively, we can use galvanised steel with the option to have a powder coated finish applied. We use the correct grading of glass for its application; most often this is toughened safety glass, but we also offer laminated toughened panels, when required.
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Internal Balustrades
A balustrade is generally for use on external parts of a property: usually a balcony or a patio area, but they are also internal balustrades for stairs and mezzanine floors. If an area has a drop of more than or equal to 600mm; then we would recommend a balustrade with a finished height of 1.1m (1100mm). However, when on a flight of stairs, this is reduced to 900mm from the pitch line (the edge of the step). This is in order to comply with building regulations and ensure the safety of our customers.
When the renewal of existing balustrades is required: we are able to remove the existing structure and replace with our balustrade, in a timely manner to also ensure the safety of the area.
If you require any further information or would like to request a quote please get in contact with us today using the contact page, Alternatively we are open Monday to Friday 9-5 at our workshop to discuss your project.
Stainless Steel Railings
Jay’s Gates are one of the leading manufacturers of steel railings in Cornwall. We cater to the needs of and work with our customers to ensure your project runs as smoothly as possible. We are able to fabricate standard safety railings or complex curved and angled. Our workshop in St Agnes Cornwall is equipped to produce large quantities of orders, and also bespoke one off pieces. Every job is unique and differs from site to site. For example, this could be fitting balcony railings around a raised patio or installing traditional railings into granite.
Depending on environmental conditions, we recommend galvanising as a minimum requirement. For a more desirable finish, we also offer powder coating and various painted finishes. This can be done to any RAL number or BS number and a range of textured finishes are available. There are many different purposes for railings usually they are required for either safety or aesthetic reasons. We are also able to replicate existing railings that are in situ but have deteriorated in a like for like basis. Upon request we are able to remove existing material and safely dispose of it.
We have a selection of specialist equipment available to ensure that we can manufacture to all of our designs and that they are made to the highest quality. Over the years, we have worked on many projects involving bespoke railing designs and have sent orders all over the country. Below are some images of previous metal railing orders created by our talented blacksmiths in our workshop in Cornwall, and installed in location by our team. Steel Railing is useful for security and safety and handrails are useful in areas where safety is an issue.
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