Metal railings in the interior design of the house

The staircase leading to the second floor of the house can have a plain, unremarkable structure or be a real work of art. And in this case the leading role is performed directly by the railing. Therefore, it is not enough to decide on the type and size of the steps, it is also necessary to choose the appropriate design of the railing.

Currently, metal structures can rightly be called the most popular option for arranging stairs. In this case, each owner will be able to choose the appropriate option for their home and wallet.

The railing is necessary not only for security, they also allow you to create a harmonious and holistic interior in the house.And the important role played by the design and style of fencing.

The main reasons why it is necessary to install a railing in a private house, and also consider the advantages of metal fencing.

• An obstacle to injury - the railing protects households from accidents.
• Unlike other materials, the metal has greater strength and durability. Over time, the railing does not creak or deform.
• Metal railings are in perfect harmony with wood, glass and marble.
• Fire safety - metal does not support fire.
• Openwork railings do not prevent the passage of light.

• Metal is a plastic material, so the railing can repeat plant ornaments, geometric, fantasy shapes and shapes.
• Metal railings perform an important function when decorating the interior. In addition, the metal is a very malleable material with which you can create a harmonious ornament for the stairs.
• Such handrails are suitable for many styles of interiors ranging from classic to modern loft and hi-tech.

• The metal is resistant to temperature changes and humidity, so fencing can be installed not only indoors,but also outside: on the balcony, porch, terrace.
• Long operation - a handrail does not demand repair or updates.
• Ease of care.

The difference between the various designs lies in the appearance, cost, materials, dimensions of fencing and service life.

At production of a ladder handrail various materials and technologies are used. And a big role in this is played by the wishes of the household and financial opportunities. The main elements of the railing are made of metal or wood. Wood is used to create fences for a long time and is suitable for many interior styles.

Wooden railings can be supplemented with patterned and carved elements or have a simple decor. And also wood can be given any shade. But metal products have more preferential differences and will last much longer as an elegant interior decoration. Metal railings are made of simple pipes, fittings, profiles of complex shapes and welded elements.

• Perhaps the most versatile option can be called ferrous metal railings. This type of fencing is great for the design of many styles. To improve the appearance, a special powder coating or enamel is applied to metal elements.

Stainless steel is great for railing in the house and on the street. Often, stainless steel railings can be seen on the street, but thanks to their excellent decorative qualities, they were also used to decorate stairs in residential areas. Such handrails can be used to complement spiral, spiral or pivoting ladders.

The polished stainless steel is very popular in this direction.

• Another popular material is aluminum. It is resistant to corrosion and can also be used not only for fencing staircases in a private house, but also to be installed outdoors. Aluminum railings can be given any, even an intricate shape and choose the appropriate color. And just like in the case of stainless steel, aluminum railings do not require special maintenance.Aluminum is inferior in strength to iron structures. But aluminum products are easy to assemble and install yourself. The easiest option - aluminum tubes. In addition, the railings of proftruby considered a classic option for country houses.

• Brass has a golden hue and adds luxury and grace to the interior. Brass stair railings are perfectly combined with glass, wood and stone. To add shine and durability to the railing, the brass surface is covered with a special compound. In combination with art forging, brass railings are distinguished by good aristocratic elegance.

The manufacture of welded and prefabricated structures is completed by processing the finished fencing. To protect the railing from wear or corrosion, the surface of the finished structures is covered with special means. Fences can be given different colors.

Selection of the design of the railing is an integral part of creating a harmonious interior in a country cottage. And in this case, everything will do: searching for successfully implemented design projects or creating your own sketch using computer graphics.

To give the surface of metal a more luxurious appearance, designers resort to some methods.

Also, the surface can be given a gold and silver shine or any desired shade depending on the material. For example, stainless steel, as a rule, is not treated with additional paint and varnish compounds, and polymeric, nickel-plated or chrome-plated coating is applied to aluminum.

When choosing the appropriate style of railings, handrails play an important role. For ease of use, they should have a smooth surface without joints, irregularities and pointed elements. And in order to give a more complete and harmonious appearance to the railing, the handrails must go 30 cm beyond the step line and have a rounded edge.

All stair railings consist of three elements.

• Pillars - installed at the beginning and at the end of each span, as well as at the corners of the turntables. They are necessary to give the reliability of the whole structure. The distance between the support columns usually varies from 50 to 60 cm.
• Baluster or filling - These are optional elements of the railing, which are installed between the support pillars on the steps and the string. They do not withstand the maximum load and, although they prevent injuries, mostly perform a decorative function and are set to give a special mood to the interior.

The attractiveness of the railing depends on the shape, material, method of attachment and the distance between the elements. Therefore, if there are no small children in the house, then the space between the supporting pillars can be made free. But if there is a baby in the house, then the distance between the balusters should be such that the child’s head does not fit between them.

• The handrail connects the tops of the support pillars. The height of the handrail is usually 90-110 cm, this parameter is chosen individually for residents of the house. If there are children or people of small stature in the house, it is wiser to install handrails at a comfortable height for them. On the wide staircase you can install handrails on two sides.

The space between the support pillars can be filled in different ways.And in contrast to the classical placement between supports of similar balusters in design, in some cases it is more appropriate to use solid wide panels with patterns, drawings, or a combination of different materials. Or another option is to fill the space with bolts or railing, they are metal rods, but they are installed not vertically, but horizontally. Despite the modest design, metal railing can be very diverse. There are five ways to make railings.

• Welding. Used to create complex structures. In this case, welding is used for steel and other ferrous metals. The joints on the finished product while missing or remain barely noticeable.

And the fences themselves can serve at least 50 years. But this method of assembly has an obvious drawback - the finished railings are subject to the formation of corrosion, and the surface will need to be painted periodically.

• Forging. As a rule, it is done manually, which directly affects the cost of structures. The manufacturing process is incredibly complex and long. But at the same time the railing can take any form and have a unique design.Most often forged railings are made according to an individual sketch.

• Assembly of pipes and fittings. In this case, separate steel or aluminum parts are used. The main advantage of such structures is the possibility of self-installation and dismantling of the fence. Also, prefabricated structures are more affordable and have a small weight. After installation, such handrails require additional processing: aluminum fencing must be covered with a special means to add shine, and steel - to paint. All noticeable joints of fasteners must be closed with fittings.

• Casting. For this method of manufacture used bronze, cast iron or brass. For the decoration of the residential interior is used mainly brass. Cast railings look presentable and incredibly elegant. The production principle is as follows: molten metal is poured into the finished form, after some time the form is opened, all elements are inspected for possible defects, and then the product is allowed to cool completely.

Then the sharp edges and the so-called burrs are cut and smoothed. After grinding and polishing the fences are ready for installation. The price for an individual order of railings is unusually high, but at the same time such structures become a real decoration of the interior.

• Combined view. In this case, the design can combine several manufacturing methods. Thus, the customer can get the most suitable in style and design of the product.

Install ready-made railings with his own hands the power of almost everyone. But to make the railing alone without special equipment will not succeed. The process of making railings from metal is much more complicated than from wood. To do this, you must have expensive tools and have the skills to work with metal.

Therefore, the easiest way is to buy a finished fencing, which includes all the necessary elements, fasteners, drawing and assembly instructions. In this case, you will need to prepare a minimum set of tools and follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

Metal railings are suitable for all types of stairs: wooden, metal or concrete. When choosing a fence, you still need to adhere to some recommendations and advice.

• The minimum height of the railing should be 90 cm - this design is considered universal. But for tall people, the installation rate at the level of 100-110 cm is more comfortable. And if there are children in the house, then a handrail can be duplicated at a height of 50 cm. everybody.
• On a narrow rack ladder should be installed from the front, so as not to reduce the space.

• Support legs must be installed at a distance of not more than 60 cm from each other. The optimal cross-section of the handrail is 5 cm.
• Handrails must withstand a load of at least 100 kg per square meter.
• When installing the railing, control the height of the balusters. To facilitate the work, install the upper and the lower rack first and draw a thread between them. At this level, install the remaining balusters.
• Railing can be installed on one or two sides, if necessary. As a rule, experts recommend installing the railing on both sides for a 1.2 meter wide staircase.An additional handrail can be mounted on the wall, but in this case, between the handrail and the wall should remain free 7-10 cm - this is the necessary minimum so that a person does not injure his hand while climbing the stairs.

• If you plan to use metal railings in the open air, then you should make sure in advance that the appearance of the fence will not change under the influence of precipitation, since some types of stainless steel are only suitable for indoor and under canopy use.
• When choosing a railing, take into account individual wishes, convenience and harmonious combination of the design with other elements in the interior.

By adhering to these rules, you will be able to install the railing yourself and use the staircase without worrying about the reliability and safety of the structure.

Some stairs without railings look original and bold, but scary to use them.And although the design of the railing is very simple, there are a lot of options for decorating the stairs. Therefore, we propose to consider the most successful and beautiful examples with metal railings in the interior.

Bulky cast-iron stairs are used in modern interiors infrequently, because they look very massive and are not suitable for all styles of interiors.

The simple and discreet design of the railing is not always synonymous with the word “boring”. The main thing is that the supporting structures fit perfectly into the style and overall concept of the house.

Only metal railings can combine simplicity and elegance at the same time.

Metal railings with a beautiful pattern can be made in different variations and are great even for a luxurious palace interior.

Forged and cast metal railings give any interior a peculiar charm of antiquity and aristocracy, solidity and status.

Openwork metal railings can transform a simple staircase and add individuality to the interior.

Do not forget that in the first place the rails are installed for security purposes. Therefore, choose a support structure that does not have pointed elements.So, for example, all the sharp edges of the rods can be replaced with balls and rounded elements.

Metal is perfect for laconic loft styles, minimalism and high-tech.

Also, the metal is a good complement to the modern style. In this interior designers used contrasting colors: white and black.

The design of the railing may more resemble lace than bulky and massive fencing. In this case, the fence actually remains durable and reliable.

Railings can repeat complex and simple geometric shapes, used to create a real work of art, in which each pattern is important for the formation of the composition.

And additional handrails mounted on the wall can repeat the selected pattern and design.

Metal allows you to display floral motifs in the interior, and it will not necessarily be flowers and leaves. In this model, designers managed to portray all the tenderness of nature from cold metal.

Some models of railings can be made of composite materials. For example, metal and wood or metal and glass. Designs with glass look weightless and light. Such models can be used not only indoors,but also on the terrace or balcony.

The combination of wood and metal looks noble.

Modern designers offer another novelty. Instead of the classic balusters, you can use specially designed cables. They are stretched and securely fixed between the supports. In appearance, they can hardly be distinguished from other materials, because the surface of the cables is treated with powder composition or mirror polishing. In some cases, you can use removable covers for cables that mimic a certain finishing material.

Another non-standard way of using aluminum railings was presented by designers in the finished design project. In this case, instead of the classic aluminum supports used balusters with interior decoration.

How to make a metal railing with your own hands, see the next video.