How To Choose The Right Balcony Balustrade -Buying Guides
There are many styles and materials of balcony balustrades. The balcony?is crucial for a house, it determines the comfort, view, and light of your house. It is very important to choose a suitable balcony railing. How choose a balcony railing becomes very difficult for you.
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You can decide what material to use and then choose a style that matches the material and color of your balcony and surroundings.
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Why do you need to consider stainless steel glass balcony balustrades?
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The glass balustrade has a modern atmosphere. Open field of view, visually increase the space, the space is the more bright atmosphere, for the narrow balcony it is a good choice. Glass is easy to install, non-toxic, and odorless, the best choice for modern railing. Long life, safe, even if the tempered glass breaks, it will not fall down and hurt people.
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Stainless steel is one of the most corrosion-resistant materials on the market. Variety of styles, rich surface, can be made in various colors, wood plating, etc. Anti-corrosion, strong corrosion resistance. Solid, high load-bearing capacity.
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Stainless steel glass balcony balustrades have all the advantages of stainless steel and glass, safe, strong, durable, beautiful, and suitable for all environments, indoor and outdoor. No maintenance afterward, no need to replace. If you use other material stair handrails, you may need regular maintenance, maintenance cost is quite a lot, after using a period of time you need to replace it, this cost is huge. The average cost of using one year is much higher than the stainless steel glass balcony balustrades!
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It is a very safe balcony balustrade,?You don't need to worry about children climbing.
What material do I need to use for the balustrade of a balcony?
There are wood, metal, glass, PVC, mixed, acrylic, etc. Each material has its advantages and disadvantages, which one is suitable for your home?
The following is an introduction to the advantages and disadvantages of each stair balustrade material.
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1, Wooden Balustrade
Family balconies generally do not use wood balcony balustrade, wood installation process cutting is more troublesome, good wood is expensive, bad wood is not durable, and easy to corrode. Compare with metal balcony balustrade, it is very impractical.
As the wood ages, there is a possibility that the fasteners that connect these components
between these parts and the structure are loose, missing, or?come off
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2, Metal Balustrades
The most popular metal balustrades are stainless steel and aluminum, closely followed by wrought iron and cast iron. Here are a few of the most used in the market.?
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(a), Stainless Steel Balustrade
Stainless steel is one of the most corrosion-resistant materials on the market. Variety of styles, rich surface, can be made in various colors, wood plating, etc. Anti-corrosion, strong corrosion resistance. Solid, high load-bearing capacity. If you have the budget please try to choose stainless steel, low maintenance costs, is durable, no replacement worries later.
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304 stainless steel balustrade
Pros: resistance to common rust and corrosion
Cons: will corrode in chlorinated or saline environments
Most suitable for?indoor or protected balustrades; non-hostile outdoor environments. Residential, commercial, industrial are all possible
Maintain:?Almost maintenance-free
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316 stainless steel balustrade
Pros: Highest corrosion resistance
Cons: more expensive
Most suitable for?outdoor or extreme environments; Residential, commercial, industrial are all possible, very suitable for industrial use
Maintenance: virtually maintenance-free
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Duplex 2205 stainless steel balustrade
Pros: Highest corrosion resistance
Cons: More expensive than 316 stainless steel
Most suitable for?seaside, marine, or extreme environments; residential, commercial, industrial, very suitable for industrial use
Maintenance: Almost maintenance-free
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(b), Aluminum?Balustrades
Aluminum has the outstanding advantages of stable performance, high strength, lightweight and rust-free, and long life.
Pros: stable performance, high strength, light and rust, long life, a variety of styles, rich surface
Cons: the texture is softer than steel, strength, and toughness are not as strong as steel and iron, the surface is easy to oxidation.
Most suitable for?indoor and outdoor railings
Maintenance: avoid solid things hit, the aluminum surface has a protective layer that can cope with many harsh weather conditions, and does not require much maintenance.
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(c) Iron Balustrade (Iron balustrade contains wrought iron and cast iron)
Wrought iron balustrade
Wrought iron fencing can provide your home with a classical aesthetic unmatched by other types of fencing materials.
Pros: Strong, durable, and inexpensive, wrought iron fences are perfect for security fencing due to their high material strength, often topped with sharp decorative nails.
Cons: low corrosion resistance
Most suitable for?Indoor and outdoor
Maintenance: Wrought iron fences require frequent recoating and repainting to prevent rusting.
Cast Iron Balustrade
It is a metal iron fence made of cast iron.
Pros: strong, durable, cheap
Cons: low corrosion resistance, few styles, can not be wrought
Most suitable for?indoor and outdoor railings
Maintenance: wrought iron fence needs to be recoated and repainted frequently to prevent rusting.
If a single small batch is good with cooked iron, easy to weld. If the same type of batch is very large, such as hundreds and thousands, and also do not need to be welded, connected with screws, you should choose cast iron, the comprehensive cost is low.
3. Glass baustrade
Pros: wide view, easy to install, with a modern atmosphere, showing high-end. Glass panels can block the wind
Cons: need regular cleaning, the surface is easy to scratch
Most suitable for?the outdoor and indoor environment; domestic use, commercial use
Maintenance: Avoid impacts and scratches, otherwise little maintenance is required, just clean regularly.
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4, Plastics balustrade
The plastics balustrade includes PVC, vinyl, acrylic, and composite.?
The manufacturing process of vinyl, PVC, acrylic, and composite plastics emits toxic fumes that are very harmful to human health and the environment. Securing balcony railing systems made of plastic can also be challenging. Choosing to build exterior balcony balustrade kits and systems out of plastic may not be worth the negative consequences.
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PVC balustrade
Pros: PVC will not rot, crack or split.
Cons: Soft, susceptible to impact damage, extreme heat can soften the balustrade, may fade or stain over time
Most suitable for?outdoor indoor environments; domestic use, commercial use
Maintenance: avoid impact other than almost no maintenance, regularly clean it.
Acrylic balustrade
Pros:?light, modern style, allows natural light
Cons:?Expensive, not durable, scratches easily
Most suitable for?outdoor indoor environments; domestic use, commercial use
Maintenance: it shows dirt, requires regular cleaning
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Vinyl?Balustrade
Vinyl balustrades advantage can be bent and molded to fit popular curved deck shapes and customize your outdoor space with a magnificent design!
Pros: Smooth, chip-free surface, easy to clean, stronger than traditional wood railing, cheaper
Cons: Single style and color, may not fit the style of older homes
Most suitable for?outdoor, indoor environments; domestic use, commercial use
Maintenance: Almost maintenance-free, just clean it regularly.
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Composite balustrade
Can be bent and molded to fit popular curved deck shapes and customize your outdoor space with a magnificent design! Also expands and shrinks less than porous PVC and vinyl products.
Pros: Beautiful appearance, more scratch, and weather-resistant than vinyl. Available in a variety of color
Cons: Requires additional structural support, extreme heat can soften the balustrade, may fade or stain over time, and limited color options.
Most suitable for?outdoor, indoor environments; domestic use, commercial use
Maintenance: almost no maintenance, just clean regularly.
5, Concrete balustrade
Pros: Sturdy and durable, you can paint or tile over concrete, making customization easy
Cons: Heavy, difficult to install, limited design
Most suitable for?outdoor environments; domestic use, commercial use, industrial use
Maintenance: requires regular cleaning
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6, Stone balustrade
Stone is often used to create sturdy designs.?
Pros: The stones themselves are difficult to damage or break. Cheap
Cons: This does not do well with wood materials
Most suitable for?outdoor, indoor environments; residential use, commercial use, industrial use
Maintenance: No maintenance is required
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Note that all balcony balustrades need to be dusted
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What style of balcony balustrade do I need to choose？
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The use of balustrades containing lattices and horizontal slats is not recommended. It increases the risk of children falling and they are easy to climb. Many local regulations do not allow them to be used. Especially in high-rise buildings, it is very dangerous for families with small children.
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Picket balustrade
It?is a vertical design.
Pros: Simple, easy to install. Available in a variety of sizes, styles, and colors to match almost any environment.
Cons: Cleaning some slots can be a challenge.
Most suitable for?outdoor, indoor environments; domestic use, commercial use, industrial use
Maintenance: Cleaning is medium
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Multi-line balustrade
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Not?recommended
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Patterned balustrade
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Not?recommended
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Mesh balustrade
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The wire mesh is usually made of stainless steel, but there is also carbon steel with a painted exterior, and copper is the highest-end wire mesh.
Pros: easy to install, easy to maintain, with an unobstructed view
Cons: high custom price, easy to damage during the installation of the grid.
Most suitable for?outdoor, indoor environments; industrial use, commercial, residential generally do not use this type of design, not aesthetically pleasing.
Maintenance: Easy to clean
Panel balustrade
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The panel balustrade has a panel in the middle. The panel is usually glass, which is transparent and ideal for panel balustrade and it is the most flowing style. Some panel railing is made of perforated aluminum, some are made of stainless steel mesh.
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(a), Glass panel balustrade
Pros: simple, easy to install, easy to maintain, with an unobstructed view
Cons: the glass needs to be wiped clean often, the surface is easy to scratch
Most suitable for?outdoor, indoor environments; residential use, commercial use
Maintenance: requires frequent cleaning
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(b), Perforated panel type balustrade
The center is a perforated panel. The panel is usually aluminum, but some stainless steel is also used. Aluminum is less expensive and is used in most cases
Pros: effective partition, with the role of protection often used in public places, such as bus stops
Cons: high cost, looks dull
Most suitable for?the outdoor public plates, indoor environment; residential use, commercial use, industrial use
Maintenance: Cleaning is a bit more complicated
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Cable railing
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Not?recommended
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What kind of mounting do I need to choose?
Fascia?mounting
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Fascia mounts are a special type of balustrade mount that allows you to attach the balustrade to the edge of the balcony instead of the floor, some places call it a side mount.
It is recommended to use a fascia mount when living in wet/damp climates. When it rains, if you use a top mount, rainwater tends to back up into the balustrade and balcony, which can lead to balustrade and balcony corrosion.
Fascia mount is more attractive.
If your balcony is small, the fascia mount is recommended. top mount takes up space on the deck. fascia mount is installed on the edge of the deck to give the balcony more space.
If you want easy cleaning, a fascia mount is recommended. top mount takes up the edge of the balcony and makes cleaning very difficult.
Top Mounting
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If you need a cheap balustrade post, top-mounted may be suitable for you. side mount posts are more expensive than top-mounted posts.
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If the balcony does not allow side mounting, you can only choose top mounting
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What is the balcony balustrade residential and commercial code?
The IRC and IBC are two model codes that serve as recommended guidelines for local code authorities to follow at their discretion. Model codes are often adopted and adapted by communities, and it is necessary to check with your local building code authority (usually the city building department) for codes that are relevant to your community. Balcony railings and protective structures in new and remodeled homes may also trigger permit requirements.
(a), Intermediate vertical members are spaced 4 inches. apart.
(b), Balustrade height of 36 to 42 inches
(c), Balcony balustrades should also be inspected periodically for loose fasteners, peeling paint, and corrosion.
(J), The balustrade is installed to withstand a load, which are the 200 pounds point load and the 50 pounds concentrated load
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What are the balcony balustrade new trends?
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(a), Curved design for a more artistic and design sense
(b), Minimalist
(c), Let the light flow, stainless steel, and glass combined in a modern way open the view of the balcony
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What is the price of various balcony balustrades?
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Why buy balcony balustrades from YongSheng?
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After you submit a simple drawing with basic measurements and any relevant photos, a dedicated design consultant will work with you or your contractor to discuss options, expectations, applications, budgets, limitations, compliance, and maintenance. Design decisions determined at this time include materials, dimensions, handrails, styles, and any stair details. Your design consultant will then develop a detailed cost estimate for you to consider at
no cost to you.And you can get free samples
Once you approve the cost estimate for your railing system, your designer will create accurate computer-aided design (CAD) drawings to ensure you get the desired look with a perfect fit in the field.
After you approve the final CAD drawings, the manufacturing process can begin.
The YS factory team has specialized in manufacturing stainless steel balustrades and stainless steel glass balustrades for over 20 years. We have extensive experience in production and design.
Start consulting us for a free design consultation for your balcony railings! email: [email protected]