Clockhouse Close, Wimbledon
Residential Property
The Clockhouse Close project demonstrates Handrail Creations’ expertise in bespoke staircase design for luxury residential properties. Commissioned as the centrepiece of a large family home in Wimbledon, we were contracted to survey an existing mirror-finish stainless steel balustrade – manufactured by Archimet – before designing, manufacturing, installing and hand-ebonising a bespoke wooden handrail to complete the staircase.
The sweeping ebonised wooden handrail was designed to sit seamlessly on top of the steel balustrade, its rich black finish offset beautifully against the walnut stair treads to create what has become a genuinely iconic staircase within the home.
Wooden Handrail Design to Complement an Existing Steel Balustrade
Fitting a new wooden handrail to an already-installed steel balustrade requires exceptional precision. Our team began with a detailed on-site survey of the balustrade, capturing its exact geometry so the handrail profile could be manufactured to sit perfectly along its full sweeping run.
The result is a continuous, flowing wooden handrail that reads as a natural extension of the staircase rather than a later addition – proof that a bespoke staircase design can bring together work from more than one specialist without compromising on fit or finish.
Precision Manufacturing and Hand-Ebonising
Once surveyed, the handrail was manufactured in our Bolton workshop using CNC technology to guarantee an accurate fit before installation. After fitting, our craftsmen hand-ebonised the timber on site – a traditional finishing technique that stains and treats the wood to achieve a deep, rich black tone reminiscent of ebony.
This sweeping black handrail was designed to contrast elegantly with the walnut treads beneath it and against the mirror-finish steel balustrade, resulting in a staircase that has truly become the centrepiece of the home.
Looking for a Bespoke Wooden Handrail or Steel Balustrade?
Whether you need a wooden handrail fitted to an existing steel balustrade or a fully bespoke staircase design from scratch, Handrail Creations can manufacture and install a solution tailored to your property. Browse our residential gallery for more inspiration or contact our team to discuss your project.
FAQs
What makes the wooden handrail at Clockhouse Close unique?
The handrail was hand-ebonised to achieve a deep black finish, then fitted to an existing mirror-finish steel balustrade – creating a striking contrast against the walnut stair treads beneath.
Can you fit a wooden handrail to an existing steel balustrade?
Yes – we can survey balustrades installed by other specialists and design a bespoke wooden handrail to sit precisely along their profile, as we did at Clockhouse Close. Our use of 3D scanning, CAD technology and CNC machining enables us to manufacture handrails and staircase parts to exact specifications, which is especially important when working with existing designs.
What is handrail ebonising?
Ebonising is a traditional finishing process that stains and treats timber to create a deep, rich black tone similar to rare and expensive ebony wood. Whereas black paint would fully coat the surface and hide the wood underneath, ebonising alters the wood fibres themselves, retaining the natural grain patterns and character of the timber.
Do you offer bespoke staircase design services?
Absolutely! We design and manufacture bespoke timber handrails and balustrades for both residential and commercial properties, tailoring every staircase design to the unique style and character of the space.
Can I see similar staircase projects?
Yes – browse our residential projects gallery to see more examples of bespoke wooden handrails and staircase designs completed across the UK.