Types Of Railing Systems Vancouver Island, British Columbia

By Stacey Burt


It is good to fence your personal compound and give it an authentic look. After all you would spend most of your lifetime in this space. Railing can not only protect you in heights but also give your home lawns and staircases a classic look such that you would be enjoying your stay within these spaces. It is always desirable to look for the best in the market. Below are materials available in railing systems Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

Decide what type of railing would be suitable to use at home, stairs and outdoors. You can choose steel, glass, wood or aluminum materials to accomplish your task. Aluminum is the most preferred metal as it is light but also strong and does not get corroded. It is also malleable and can be easily designed to different styles and designs. Its light weight makes it desirable for installation in building deck as it does not add significant weight to the building. It can be painted as one so desires in addition to being easily cleaned. In outdoor use, it needs pretreatment to prevent flanking or surface peeling.

Railings can be mounted in two distinct ways. The most common is called fascia mount. The railing is installed outside of the fascia board and fastened together by use of stainless steel bolts. This installation method does not poke holes on the deck of the house. Where the railing looks weak, wood framing could be installed on the sides to back it up.

There are two mounting options that can be used with metal railings. The most common is the fascia mount. The installation involves attaching the railings outside the fascia board so as not to poke holes on the deck of the house. This installation requires stainless steel bolts which should be well fastened. Should the railing still feel weak, you can add some wood framing on side to back it up.

The other mounting is done on top of the deck. It is commonly used where its not possible to use the fascia or the space is not weather proof. Extreme weather may damage the fascia board making it unreliable. Holes are bored on the deck and rails fastened there. This type of installation is stronger the former.

Glass on the other hand can be used as a barrier to entry and also to block strong sunshine outdoors. It also gives an elegant, crisp look and a sturdy design to your outdoor spaces. You may frame the glass but it looks better when topless. Aluminum posts are used to hold the glass pieces together.

Wood railing has gained momentum in the recent past. Wood has that authentic look, its durable and easy to maintain. When well treated, it can withstand the harsh outdoor weather for a long period of time. Treatment protects the wood from rotting, drenching in water and boring by insects. Cedar and other hardwood materials such as the oak are the most common types of wood used. You should regularly polish the wood with vanish or oil in every two years to maintain the luster.

Rail fasting should be checked at least every year especially on heights to ensure safety. Installers usually give a year or two warranty on railings. You may contact them in case you have issues during this period. You can no sit back and relax and enjoy the sunshine and nature in your private, well protected space.




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