If your home or business has stairs you’ll need railings. It’s as simple as that. The job of the railing is to provide security and safety for everyone and assistance for those unable to bound up the stairs 2 at a time. But just because the primary function of the railing is one of safety that doesn’t mean there aren’t aesthetic considerations as well. So exactly how to you find that balance between the practical and the beautiful? Well, it starts with sweating the details and being mindful of some of the less obvious considerations involved.
Buying the Right Custom Railings in Toronto
When it comes to custom railings there aren’t any deep dark secrets to be unearthed that ensure you wind up with a quality finished product. But there are a few things not everyone thinks about before they place their order for custom railings in Toronto. And neglecting these considerations could have a negative impact on the finished product and the people that use it. These considerations include:
- Maintenance – People rarely, if ever, consider the amount of maintenance that will be involved with their new custom railings before they order them. Wrought iron or cast iron railings for instance look great, but they ultimately required more maintenance than aluminum railings or railings made of aluminum and glass.
- The kids – When having custom railings made for your home it’s vital that you keep the kids in mind. How old are they? How big (or more to the point, how small) are their hands. Could their hands get caught or pinched in detail work of a wrought iron or other type of railing? Is there a chance they’ll forget the glass railing is there and run into it while playing? These things have to be kept in mind.
- Elderly relatives – At the other end of the concern spectrum from kids are any elderly folks that may live with you or visit often. This is an important consideration because the elderly tend to lean heavily on railings as they move up and down the stairs. The custom railings you install need to be able to stand up to the pressure.
- Your homeowners insurance – Custom railings in Toronto are found both inside and outside the home. If you have an inground swimming pool and have neglected to install railings around it you’re homeowner’s insurance premiums are going to rise. Not everyone thinks of this before installing an inground pool. You should, both for the safety of your kids and pets and for your bottom line.
Contact Stair Star Today
It’s hard to find good quality custom railings in Toronto. If you’re not careful to consider them from all angles before purchasing them you’ll make the process even harder and you’re likely to wind up in some form of hot water down the line. If you need custom railings for your Toronto home or business give Stair Star a call on 416-746-4462. We’ll be happy to go over every aspect of the purchase and installation process with you.