Outdoor Recreation - Balustrades
About Balustrades
Impression
What are balustrades you might ask? Balustrades are balusters that are small repetitive posts which actually hold up railings or small fencing to provide stability that conceals the fixtures in place so there is no movement in the structure. Balustrades are also the most effective issue for safety purposes which can be provided for many applications on your residential property.
Balustrades will enhance and add character to any external application of your home. They are the most practical construction by far. If you are building a new home or you’re renovating the exterior features of your home you must highly consider the many options that balustrades have to offer. One of the great benefits of balustrades applications on your property is that you will increase the value of your property because you have created style, character and elegance all at once. Where Can Balustrades Be Applied?
For homeowners or builders there are many applications that balustrades can be used for safety reasons as well as simple elegance and added features for the exterior of a property. The following applications are the most common amenities that balustrades are highly recommended for:
- Grand Entrances
- External Staircase
- Porches
- Verandas
- Patios
- Courtyards
- Landscaping
Although balustrades can be featured beautifully on the external part of your home, that is agreeable no doubt about that, but the most important factor of balustrades is the safety measures that must taken very seriously for these types of applications. For double story homes it is vital to have balustrades featured on verandas or staircases for securing safety at all times, especially if you have little children.
What Materials Are Balustrades Made From?
The aspects of the many materials that balustrades are produced from should be considered thoroughly as each material has many benefits, advantages and practicality purposes. Balustrades are made from the following materials:
- Fiberglass
- Pre-cast Concrete
- Cast Stone
- Polymer
- Stainless Steel
- Metal
- Nylon
- Timber
- Iron
The materials that are mentioned have many benefits and advantages for home renovators, builders, landscape architects and designers they will all withstand all weather conditions and will last many years.
Style With Attitude
Balustrades are available in many materials, designs, shapes, colors and patterns for your selection. There are certain styles you can accomplish by choosing the appropriate design to achieve the look you desire. You can achieve the following styles:
- Modern
- Contemporary
- Classical
- Colonial
- Greek Revival
- Italian Revival
- Historical
If you are after a unique or unusual balustrade style and design there are architectural balustrades that can be specially manufactured for your individual taste. Every residential property externally has a character of its own. Choice selection is entirely to your discretion.
Are There Height Restrictions?
For residential properties that balustrades are constructed on front and back verandas and staircase entrances on a double story home, are there height restrictions for the railing structure? Yes! There are height restrictions for these areas of balustrade applications. It is advisable to check with your local council to receive the correct information on what the legal requirements are and what the height restrictions are.
