Designing Balustrades for Spectator Seating
Posted on 10th March 2022Leisure environments usually require spectator seating in areas such as swimming pools, ice rink arenas or sports courts.
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What is the best fixing option for terrace balustrades?
Posted on 10th February 2022Balustrades with glass infills add a modern aesthetic to any terrace while providing that all important safety barrier. Due to the location and design of terraces we are often asked which fixings are best for this environment.
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How do stair widths influence balustrade design?
Posted on 20th January 2022Stair cores are often designed to the smallest scale possible to maximise floor space across the building. However, narrow stair widths impact the way in which balustrades and handrails are fixed to the stair and the compliance of the overall balustrade system.
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How do Light Reflectance Values (LRV) affect handrail specification?
Posted on 5th January 2022What are Light Reflectance Values? LRV’s are a measure of the percentage of visible and useable light that is reflected from a surface when illuminated by a light source. Measured on a scale of 0, absorbing black that reflects no light, to 100, reflecting white that reflects all light.
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7 Ways to Prepare Site for Survey
Posted on 20th September 2021A crucial part of supplying specialist balustrade solutions is the site survey, taking place prior to final design approval. We’ve devised 7 Ways to Prepare Site for Survey to reduce impact on programme times and prevent costly revisits.
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