Metal balusters add a distinctive touch of elegance to the look of your home

Metal balusters are becoming more and more popular as an elegant alternative to timber. Unlike basic timber balusters, balusters made from metal are virtually maintenance free; they never need to be repainted or stained, won’t rot or be damaged by weathering or insect infestation, and they last virtually forever. The choices available in metal baluster designs is absolutely breathtaking; everything from straightforward, elegant designs to magnificently ornate works of art. Individual balusters can be flat, square, round or oval in cross section. The balustrade may be straight, or it may form a billowing oval or wave shape.

Popular ornaments include leaves, flowers, baskets, simple and complex geometric shapes, and beautiful organic twisting, twirling shapes. No matter what the architectural style of your home, whether contemporary or traditional, you’ll find a balustrade design which fits perfectly. Metal balustrades are suitable for interior and exterior staircases, porch railings and deck railings.

What kinds of metals are available to choose from?

You have a wide variety of choices in metals for your balusters. Aluminum and stainless steel are generally the least expensive options, and are used to create the most simple designs. The metals can be used raw, giving the balusters a shiny, silvery appearance, or they can be coated and finished in a variety of colors.

Solid copper, brass and iron have a very rustic appearance, and are generally used to create more decorative baluster designs. Wrought iron balusters are becoming very popular, particularly for homes with a historical architectural style. The beautifully ornate twisting shapes of wrought iron balusters create a magnificent old-world look and feel. Whether you are building your deck from scratch or upgrading balusters will improve the appearance of your deck design.