Balustrade Systems

Stainless Steel Balustrade Systems

At the heart of Seagull Balustrades' systems are Italian-engineered 316-grade stainless steel posts. Available with either a satin or mirrored finish, each post is finished with high quality cast stainless steel base plates which cover fittings and help create a seamless look.

Team the sturdy baluster posts with our toughened glass infills or go, instead, for our stainless steel rods or tension wires. 

It’s easy to make your Seagull Balustrades design a reality

Our glass balustrades systems are easy to order. All you need to do is take a few measurements and we’ll take care of the rest. Use the enquiry form opposite to send us the basic information. Alternatively, give us a call on 0121 525 0020.

If the project goes ahead, we give you a free plan of how your system will look before you buy. You can choose to fit yourself or have our experienced Seagull Balustrades installation team take care of everything.

Choice and flexibility

Whereas with many stainless steel balustrade systems you have a limited choice designs, choose ours and you’ll have a whole host of options;

• Top rail or no top rail: Choose a system with a top rail for a more traditional look or go without for a minimalist, ‘barely there’ styling.

• LED Handrail Lighting: Light up walkways, stairs, car parks, garden decks and terraces.
• Posts: You’ve a choice of diameters for the posts (42.4mm / 48.3mm / 50.8 mm / 60.3mm)
• Components: A wide selection of components and fixings is available. This enables a wide range of distinctive designs to be created 
• Height: We offer the balustrade system at heights anywhere between 900mm (for systems installed at ground level) and 2 metres (for privacy screens). Note: decks, balconies and raised areas of 600mm or more above ground level require an 1100 mm high handrail (if work is subject to building regulations)

• Product info
  • The balustrade systems are modular and very easy to design and install.
  • Posts and handrails use marine-grade 316L stainless steel
  • Suitable for interior and exterior locations
  • Suggested uses: staircases, decking, landings, ramps, walkways, swimming pool perimeters, balconies.
  • In line with our ISO 9001:2008 procedures we carry out rigorous checks throughout the production process to ensure ease of use and simple assembly when on site
• Specification

  Posts & Handrails

  • Made from Italian-engineered Marine grade 316L stainless steel.(This is highly resistant to corrosion and hence can be employed both indoors and out. It is also perfect for projects where exposure to moisture is likely - such as swimming pools or in coastal areas)
  • Posts available in Satin finish (brushed) / Mirror finish
  • Conform to BS6399-1:1996 loading standard

  Infill options

  • glass, rods, perforated sheet or wire.

  Glass

  • 10mm toughened glass option as standard for post & rail balustrade
  • Sand-blasted (for privacy screens), tinted and pattern glass also available 
• Assembly

  If you choose the DIY route, rest assured that our balustrade systems are designed for a quick easy fit. No welding is required. Installation is achieved with just bonding, drilling and, sometimes, tapping.

  • Clean, straight-cut stainless steel tube 
  • Modular push-fit fittings that fit internally into the rail 
  • Aerobic bonding technology (industrial grade high strength retainer) 

  Note: Stainless steel is a very hard material. Please ensure all safety precautions are followed, particularly when drilling, tapping and cutting.

  Step 1: Assemble all parts ‘Dry’ prior to bonding together sawing tube

  1. Always ensure a straight cut using a suitable fixed blade saw.

  2. Use a suitable cutting fluid to prolong blade life. 

  3. Remove all burrs after cutting the tube

  
  Step 2: Bonding joints 

  1. Apply a small bead of High Strength Retainer to the male insert part of the fitting. 

  2. Insert fitting into the tube (or female fitting) and adjust to the desired position. 

  3. Hold or clamp in position until bonded. Bonded in 10 to 30 minutes, fully cured in 24 hrs.

  
  Step 3: Drilling and tapping the stainless steel tube 

  1. Clamp tube securely in a vice or similar 

  2. Mark tube with centre-punch. 

  3. If possible, use cutting fluid. 

  4. Drill holes using a suitable drill bit. 

  5. Cut the thread with a thread tap. Remove excess swarf. 

  6. Alternatively, use rivet nuts

• Delivery & Returns

  Once you're happy with your design, we start the manufacturing process. Balustrades are manufactured on a 7-10 day lead time and despatched via next day courier. Glass orders take a little longer (10-14 days) and we ship using specialist transport.