Two Advantages That Stainless Steel Balustrades Offer When Compared To Timber

Two Advantages That Stainless Steel Balustrades Offer When Compared To Timber

Two Advantages That Stainless Steel Balustrades Offer When Compared To Timber

27 November 2019
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If you have elevated spaces as part of your house's exterior, then it is imperative to install balustrades for protection. These railings are required if your property is to be up to code. Fortunately, you have the flexibility to choose balustrade materials to suit your individual preferences.  But with the array of supplies available, some homeowners tend to gravitate towards timber balustrades.

Wood, granted, has been around for centuries and comes in various types, and which provides you with a range of options. However, when compared to modern supplies, particularly stainless steel, you will find that timber may not be up to par. Before you decide on your preferred materials, here are two advantages that stainless steel balustrades offer when compared to timber.

Assured endurance

Stainless steel balustrades are one of the most durable types of railings that you can invest in for your property for several reasons. First, timber is bound to become a hazard over time. The exposure to the sun, rain and weather causes the surface of the wood to degrade, which leads to splinters that will harm anybody who runs their hand over the railings. Stainless steel, on the other hand, is resistant to the weather changes so its surface will not deteriorate at the same pace as that of wood.

The second reason why stainless steel balustrades offer you durability is their high tensile strength. Stainless steel is capable of bearing a considerable degree of pressure without succumbing to damage. Thus, irrespective of how heavy a person is when leaning on the balustrade, you do not have to worry about it bending or, worse yet, breaking. Timber, conversely, is bound to succumb to the pressure and require repairs or potential replacement.

Money-saving

When you think of stainless steel, you could be under the impression that this material is expensive. In reality, though, your budget for stainless steel railings will be comparatively lower when you factor in the costs you have to bear when you opt for timber balustrades. The first expense that you get to save on is the installation costs. The balustrades are prefabricated offsite and only have to be assembled once they arrive on your property.

The second expense you get to save on when you opt for stainless steel balustrades is on the supplies! Quality timber materials are costly to acquire, and if you want your balustrades to be durable, then you would have to invest in hardwood supplies. Stainless steel, on the other hand, is much more cost-efficient in comparison. Lastly, the amount of money that you will save on the upkeep of your stainless steel balustrades is much less than what maintaining timber would cost you.

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