Miami Stainless Blog

There are numerous types of balustrade fittings available on the market.  Calculating the cost of your balustrade or handrail will depend on a number of different factors:

• The type of balustrade fittings you use
• If you are going to use timber or metal posts
• The size of your project including heights and lengths

With this information you can get an instant online balustrade quote using our Balustrade Calculator.

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A turnbuckle, rigging screw and bottlescrew are devices used in the tensioning of wire ropes, cables, tie rods and other tensioning systems.

 

The main difference is the body of the fitting.

 

What is a turnbuckle?

Turnbuckles have an open body, exposing the threaded section.  Often used in shade sails and marine applications.

 

What is a Bottlescrew?

 

Bottlescrews have an enclosed body, hiding the threaded section.   Often used in wire balustrade systems but also in shade sails and marine applications as well.

In additional to the screw bodies there are a few other points of difference.

Using stainless steel wire for garden trellis is a great way to rejuvenate old tired walls or dress up plain boring fences. 

 

The natural vibrance of a vertical green wall can soften the starkness of bare walls and make an area more tranquil and inviting.

 

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Regular maintenance of your stainless steel products is the best way to ensure its longevity.  Although in theory Stainless Steel doesn't rust, it can be susceptible to tea staining, chemical stains or rust if not treated correctly.

 

What are the regulations for wire balustrades?

For projects up to 4 metres off the ground you will require a minimum of 80mm spacings between the wires and posts at intervals of 1200mm. For projec