Last Updated: August 19, 2020 As you’ve surely realized, railings are a handy part of any set of stairs – but they’re especially crucial on long stretches of stairs. Railings help improve a railing’s overall usability, especially for elderly patrons or individuals with different mobility levels who rely on railings for safety. For maximum accessibility, …
Railing Safety for the Elderly
Last Updated: July 21, 2020 For seniors, a sturdy handrail is about more than safety. A sturdy handrail is about peace of mind. Many older people live with arthritis, decreased mobility, heart disease, osteoporosis, and other medical issues that make a handrail crucial to prevent dangerous falls. So if you’re building a new railing – …
Deck Railing Styles
Last Updated: June 24, 2020 Summertime is here, which means it’s time to lounge on a white sandy Mediterranean beach, sip a glass of chilled white wine, and gaze out at the clear blue water. Of course, if you’re anything like the rest of us, you likely won’t make it to the Mediterranean this summer …
Westbury Railing Styles
Last Updated: April 22, 2020 Your home’s railing is more than just a safety measure. A properly installed and maintained railing can add serious curb appeal to your home’s exterior, serving as both an accessibility measure and an attractive asset for your deck or veranda. If you’re looking for a beautiful, durable railing, aluminum is …
What Is a Newel Post?
Last Updated: March 16, 2020 A strong staircase is composed of several different parts, and you’ll need to understand those various parts if you’re building your own railing for a staircase. After all, you certainly don’t want to mix up one piece for another and risk building a shoddy, unsupportive handrail. One such component is …