What is a banister?
A banister, sometimes spelled bannister, is a core component of a staircase. It plays an essential role in safety, structure and design, helping people move confidently between floors while also shaping the visual character of a space.
Because staircase terminology…
How can street furniture enhance public spaces?
Public spaces are essential for community interaction, relaxation, and well-being. However, for these spaces to truly serve their purpose, they must be thoughtfully designed to accommodate the needs of all who use them.
This is where street furniture plays a …
What is street furniture?
Street furniture plays a crucial role in shaping communities and urban environments, blending functionality with aesthetics to create inviting and practical public spaces. From benches and bike racks to streetlights and shelters, these elements enhance accessibility, safety, and community engagement. …
What is a handrail volute?
A volute is a decorative architectural element that you may have seen before on staircase handrails. These curved components are found at the start of a handrail, making elegant additions to traditional wooden handrails, but they do have practical …
Balustrade and handrail design ideas for traditional and modern hallways
When it comes to hallway design, balustrades and handrails are more than a functional necessity – they’re an opportunity to showcase your style and elevate your home’s overall aesthetic.
Whether you prefer the timeless charm of traditional designs or the …
How are curved handrails made
Those stunning, curved bespoke handrails you see in homes you visit and on Pinterest don’t grow on trees, you know. It takes a great deal of time and effort to bring these gorgeous creations to life, but how is it …
Onwards and upwards: Handrail Creations has a brand new home
Since 2014, the home of Handrail Creations has been Burnden Business Park. And while we would never give up our Bolton roots, over the years it has quickly become clear that we needed to upsize and expand to accommodate our …
How to clean wooden handrails the right way
Maintaining your wooden handrails makes them look good and helps keep them clean and hygienic to use. After all, handrails are high-touch surfaces, making them a natural breeding ground for all sorts of bacteria and viruses. Regular cleaning and disinfection …
Recruiting more CNC programmers
It’s not just our handrails that are continuous, our growth and development is too!
We know that construction and manufacturing is a fast paced industry so we are doing everything we can to ensure we can deliver our continuous and …
Norwich Castle Project
The Handrail Creations team are donning their helmet and shield in preparation for our newly secured job at Norwich Castle Keep!
Founded in around 1067 and home to William the Conqueror, this Norman fortification has received a National Lottery grant …
Happy Birthday to us!
Handrail Creations staff new and old gathered at a local venue to celebrate 10 years of wreaths, volutes and spindles. The weather must have known we were celebrating as the sun was out and the beers were cold.
10 years …