When is railing required on a deck?

When is railing required on a deck?

When is railing required on a deck is a common question if you are planning on building a new deck or renovating a current deck.  Here are five key points to that you need to know: Height: A deck railing is usually required when the deck is 30 inches or more above the ground. This height can vary by jurisdiction, so it's essential to check your local building codes. Stairs: With deck stairs, a railing is generally required for any set of stairs with more than three steps. This rule is in place to provide safety and prevent falls. Location:…
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Creation of Twigs Design Branch Style Metal Railing

Creation of Twigs Design Branch Style Metal Railing

In the short video below you will see the creation of my Twigs Design branch style metal railing. As each piece is laid into the design it is welded in place. This begins to form the branch style look of the Twigs Design. Once all the iron piece are in place all connection points are fully welded through layers of welds and grinding. The entire design is sculpted using multiple tools to create a seamless design that is a modern branch style. Once the sculpting is complete the entire piece is cleaned in preparation for a powder coat finish. If…
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Stair Railing Makeover

Stair Railing Makeover

When the client contacted me about their stair railing makeover they wanted my Twigs Design metal railing as the feature part of the new fresh stair railing. Their old railing had a basic handrail and white balusters. Here is what the railings looked like before the stair railing design project began. STEP 1 - The white balusters, were removed along with the newel post and wood handrail. STEP 2 - Once the stair treads and flooring were replaced a new box style newel post was installed. From there a new wood handrail was also installed. STEP 3 - I provided…
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Banff Alberta Project – Bent Design Wrought Iron Railing

Banff Alberta Project – Bent Design Wrought Iron Railing

Imagine living with this beautiful iron art around you every day in your living space! This is my Bent Design Iron Railing. This project was custom made for a client in Banff, Alberta. Since all of my work is custom made, the stair railing was created to fit perfectly into the different spaces. It was contoured to fit along the trim then against the tree that is in the house. In the Bent Design Iron Railing each piece is hand bent while cold and the design is laid out so that no railing pieces are the same. This gives you…
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Wrought Iron Railing Frederick Maryland Project

Wrought Iron Railing Frederick Maryland Project

Wrought iron railing project in Frederick Maryland was created using my Bent Design Iron Art. The client wanted to separate living areas in their home and wanted to have a functional art piece to do that. Here is what my client had to say: "Our railing looks phenomenal!! It truly is a beautiful piece of art! Seller responded to questions throughout the process and kept us informed of delays in the delivery time frame when we inquired. The process did take awhile, but it was worth the wait since we were not on a tight time frame. Thank you for…
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Wrought Iron Railing Calgary

Wrought Iron Railing Calgary

Imagine living with this beautiful iron art around you every day in your living space! This is my Twigs Design custom made wrought iron railing Calgary, Alberta. It is hand wrought using a combination of 1/2 inch and 3/8 inch and 1/4 inch solid round iron. In the Twigs Design Iron Railing each piece is hand bent while cold and the design is laid out so that no railing pieces are the same. Each piece is hand sculpted to create a seamless form of branches giving you a one-of-a-kind piece of iron art for your living space. Wrought Iron Railing…
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Metal Stair Railing Project – Naples New York

Metal Stair Railing Project – Naples New York

This metal stair railing project is my Bent Design created for a client in Naples, New York. The client removed the old style wood railing (image below) and replaced it with my custom made Bent Design. I created the railing to sit on top of the original floor trim and be attached with screws for added strength. The two railing sections are connected by the corner post which is also screwed into the trim. All pieces attached seamlessly to each other creating an amazing piece of functional art in this home. The steel was finished in a flat black powder…
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Whimsical Design Iron Railing – Calgary Alberta

Whimsical Design Iron Railing – Calgary Alberta

Imagine living with this beautiful iron art around you every day in your living space! This is Whimsical Design Iron Railing created by artist Cam Harris. This project was custom made for a client in Calgary, Alberta. It is hand wrought using a combination of 1/2 inch and 3/8 inch solid round iron. In the Whimsical Design Iron Railing each piece is hand bent while cold and the design is laid out so that no railing pieces are the same. This gives you a one-of-a-kind piece of iron art for your living space. Since all of my work is custom…
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Wrought iron gate and guardrail – Reno Nevada

Wrought iron gate and guardrail – Reno Nevada

Wrought iron gate and guardrail in my Twigs Design tree branch design. This was created for a client in Reno Nevada. It is a contemporary interpretation of tree branches sculpted in steel. This metal railing is created using three different widths of solid round steel for beauty, strength, and durability. Twigs design The guardrail was made so the top curved backwards to keep the family pets in the courtyard. Each piece was finished in an oil rubbed bronze powder coat. You can easily add this design to a new home deck railing or easily replace your old railing. With no…
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