Iron Railing Idea – Bent Design in Mammoth Lakes CA

Iron Railing Idea – Bent Design in Mammoth Lakes CA

Awesome Iron Railing Idea - Check out my Bent Design used by Gatling Construction In the images you see the use of my Bent Design as a iron railing idea for a home in Mammoth Lakes California. Each section was custom made to fit the space between the posts. Once all the iron pieces are set in place they are attached to the posts and underside of the wood handrail using wood screws. The entire Bent Design is sculpted using multiple tools to create a seamless design that is modern in style. Once the sculpting is complete the entire piece…
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Interior design tips that compliment iron railing

Interior design tips that compliment iron railing

My iron art railing is a beautiful addition to your home. Iron railings are known for their elegant and timeless appearance so we have gathered a few interior design tips that will compliment your amazing new iron railing: Choose complementary colors: When it comes to iron railing, it's important to choose colors that complement its dark, metallic appearance. Lighter shades of gray, beige, or white can work well with dark iron railing, as can bolder colors like navy blue or forest green. You can see this exact tip used in the Oceanside CA project here. Mix and match textures: Iron…
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Railing Design – Bent Iron Art

Railing Design – Bent Iron Art

Railing design is one of the keys in the overall look of your home. 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 Kelowna, BC. 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 angled edge that separated the two levels. Each piece is hand bent while cold and the design is laid out so that no two railing pieces…
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Stair Railing Design Idea

Stair Railing Design Idea

This stair railing design idea in my Twigs Design branch style iron railing was created for Perl Designs in West Palm Beach, Florida As each piece is welded once it is laid into the design. This begins to form the branch style look of the Twigs Design creating an original stair railing design idea. 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…
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Metal Balcony Railing Project in Santa Cruz CA

Metal Balcony Railing Project in Santa Cruz CA

Metal balcony railing in my Twigs Design created for a project in Santa Cruz CA. In the images you see the creation of my Twigs Design branch style metal railing for a 700 square foot tiny home. 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…
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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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