The Importance Of Handrails

A handrail is more than a feature which can brighten up a set of stairs, it’s a safety device. Sometimes the importance of a handrail can be overlooked, it’s a specially designed device to prevent people from tumbling headlong down a flight of stairs, which can result in some very nasty injuries.

Using the stairs can become a daunting part of everyday for some individuals, that is why handrails should be put in place to make using them easier. A good handrail is strong, durable and continuous from the top to the bottom so you do not have to take your hand of the rail at any given moment.

At Alpharail we understand the importance of a good handrail, which is why we have designed a range of different rails that will provide continuous support. Our handrails can be made to be either square or round. Whether you wish your rail to be wall mounted, ground mounted or attached to our vertical bar fence products, we can manufacture a product to suit your needs.

To acquire a quote from us today, simply visit our handrail product page to fill out our ‘Get a Quote’ form, or you can give us a call on 01623 750 214.

Use of Finishes on Fencing, Gates and Rails

BS EN ISO 146 provides a specification concerning the general properties of coatings used and the standards required for the treatment of iron and steel today. These guidelines are produced by the British Standard Institute (BSI) and are essential to be followed in order to protect structures made of these materials. These coatings, also called finishes, provide maximum protection against corrosion after they have been hot dip galvanised.

Structures that often need this treatment include fencing such as bow top, chevron and flat top fences. As well as providing protection, these coatings can improve surface properties of the structure such as adhesion, wet ability, scratch resistance and wear resistance. Aesthetically these coatings can also improve the appearance of the structure using colour or texture.

Bow top fencing is regularly used for parks and children’s play areas. Often used for its security benefits and lack of sharp edges, this type of fencing comes in a variety of styles such as interlaced, bow in bow and bar in bow.  Factory applied polyester powder coated finish can be applied to this fencing, in a wide range of colours that can make the fencing match with the surroundings and be eye catching to passers-by.

Fencing has been around for thousands of years, ever since humans had possessions, land and farms we have had fencing. Ultimately they are used to keep things in or out of a particular space, marking boundaries or for privacy reasons.  Chevron and flat top fencing are popular railing systems that can be suitable for most applications. As an alternative to polyester powder coating, site applied wet painting services are available from a wide variety of companies such as Alpha Rail who offers both procedures following guidelines produced by the BSI.

Finishes can be applied to a wide range of fencing, gates and rails. It is true that fencing and railing systems ultimately need to be strong, robust and safe but that does not mean that they can’t be aesthetically pleasing.

To see designs incorporating colour and shape to communicate ideas visit Alpha Rail today! For enquiries call 01623 750 214.

Discover Alpharail's Range of Juliette Balconies

When you want to add something additional to protect your home, it can often be more difficult than you expect. An option would be Alpharail’s extensive range of Juliette balconies, not only to they look beautiful but they have the additional ability to protect a wide variety of windows.

Juliette balconies present pure beauty, and that is the first thing customers will notice in the product, because of the way the balconies are designed customers will see they are making the correct choice in product as not only will it give their home a great look it will be increasing the safety of the property also.

Juliette balconies offer ultimate protection for windows, and usually they will be covering the bottom half of a two level window, this type of covering will prevent people from breaking the glass on the reachable portion of the window, however it is also small enough with enough openings to easily allow the air to flow freely through the balcony allowing for a great breeze to enter your home.

Here at Alpharail we have a variety of Juliette balcony ranges, all with stunning different designs:

• The Portland

• The Byron

• The Rufford

• The Chatsworth

• The Washington

• The Lincoln

• The Jefferson

• The Cleveland

• The Stafford

Being able to protect your home is a wonderful thing to do and a stunning Alpharail Juliette balcony is definitely a method to consider making your home safe and attractive.

Do Gates Add Value To Your Property?

If you are looking into adding improvements to your home, you may wonder is adding a gate to your property would be a good investment in order to add value. Its important to choose the right kind of gate for your property, because in most cases adding a gate will add value to yor property.

If you add a gate that looks cheap, it will make the whole of your property look cheap. At Alpharail there are many gates that you can purchase that will not break the bank but provide your property with a touch of class.

Gates also have practical benefits, for example if your gate is attached to the fence it can keep out any unwanted animals or other nuisances. However it also adds value if you decide to sell your property, because a gate is feature that would appeal to people who have pets or children.

Another important benefit of adding a gate to your home is security. If you have a locked gate at the front of your property with a fence attached to it, it would seriously deter robbers from trying to break into your home. A final reason to add a gate to your property would be to make your home look more attractive to buyers if you ever come to sell it.

There are so many different types of gates out there and its best to shop around for the best before you buy. Here at Alpharail we havesome of the highest quality gates for very reasonable prices.

Rails to add Safety and Security

Accidents tend to occur everyday in many situations. They often result in injuries, loss and damage to property and sometimes in the worst case scenario, loss of human life. Experts claim that most of these accidents are down to human error and can be avoided if care is taken. Along motorways and major roads the safety and security of both motorists and pedestrians can be greatly enhances by adopting the use of safety and security rails.

Hand rails and other rails are safety features that are erected along corridors, in buiding and along stairways. They offer users the safety and security they need when scaling heights and when walking along balconies and corridors. They offer safety against falls, slips and loss of balance and can be used to steady an individual in case of a slip.

Private residence and homes also benefit from having rails all around. Alpharail offer a wide range that are suitable for various domestic, commercial and industrial applications. Rails at a private residence will help keep the residence secure from burgulars, thieves, arsonists and other unwanted visitors. Rails also improve on te aesthetics of the residence making it look great and appealing to the eye. They come in fantastic designs with great finishes and fabulous styles.