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While stainless steel railings have a great modern look and flexibility of design, for Toronto industries, the metal’s durability and sanitation are far more important. Many buildings require a clean and safe working environment, and they greatly benefit from the strength of stainless steel, its easy-to-clean properties, and the intrinsic hygienic quality that this specific combination of metals can provide.

What Exactly is Stainless Steel?

Stainless steel is a steel alloy that contains a minimum of 10.5% of an element called chromium. Chromium is what helps the steel repair itself when it is exposed to oxygen. At that point the chromium and oxygen combine to form a layer of chromium oxide, which prevents corrosion by blocking water and air from reaching and damaging the actual steel surface. It is also not affected by acidic, alkaline, or heavily chlorinated products. What results is steel that will nor rust or tarnish. Also, the layer quickly reforms when the metal is subjected to any kind of abrasion.

The greater the amount of chromium, the more corrosive resistant the stainless steel becomes. The addition of nickel also increases its resistance. Other metals may also be present in the stainless steel, such as titanium or copper, all to improve various properties of the material.
All this to say, stainless steel is one of the more durable materials used in construction and building applications today. Its unique surface also makes it incredibly sanitary. And for these reasons, many industries prefer to use stainless steel railings wherever possible.

How Commercial Industries Utilize Stainless Steel Railings

Stainless steel is not only durable, it is also extremely hygienic. This is due to the fact that the surface of stainless steel has no pores in which dirt, grime, or bacteria can live and flourish. It is one of the most hygienic surfaces available.
It is a perfect complement to a wide variety of other materials. Stainless steel railings can easily be incorporated into most design schemes, due to its flexibility and finish options. Therefore, it can easily be included in the décor of most commercial or industrial buildings. Here’s how some industries employ these railings:

• Medical Facilities – Railings of stainless steel are necessary in hospitals, retirement centers, and other medical facilities. Stainless steel railings are used as balcony and staircase railings, but are also employed as handrails along walls, so that anyone who requires additional assistance walking down a long hallway may do so anywhere in a facility. You can find these kinds of rails often in retirement centers, as well as hospitals.
• Food Industries – Not only helpful in restaurants and commercial kitchens, stainless steel railings are also required for use in food processing plants so as to meet requirements for sanitation and food safety. They are used in stairwells as well as on balconies overlooking any areas for food production or preparation.
• Marine Environments – Due to the amount of water that stainless steel railings can withstand without rusting, they are extremely useful on decks and any waterfront properties. Lake- or ocean-facing industrial buildings have to deal with a number of harsh environmental factors due to their location, and experience has shown that stainless steel’s durability comes in exceedingly helpful.
• Educational Institutions – From preschools to universities, it is important to ensure the health and safety of students. Interior and exterior railings can be kept clean with little effort, saving the janitorial staff time and energy.

In general, using stainless steel railings are preferred in all buildings where a safe and clean environment is required. It allows for interior and exterior railings to be kept clean without the use of expensive or harsh chemicals, saving your employees from any harmful exposure.

The Beauty and Versatility of Stainless Steel Railings

As mentioned above, stainless steel railings can be seamlessly integrated into most design aesthetics. Most often cylindrical, they are also available square or rectangular, and can be bent or curved in nearly any configuration you need. They are easily used both indoors and outdoors, as they are less susceptible to rust or corrosion, and resist damage due to very high temperatures or those below freezing. No matter the weather conditions, the railings will maintain their attractiveness and durability for generations to come.

If there are any safety concerns when using the stainless steel railings on balconies, the steel can be combined with glass panels or else with cables strung or wove through the open areas between the rails. Toronto Railings offers a range of brackets and fittings for stainless steel railings and provide options for finishes, including a chrome finish or brushed steel.
Utilizing these stainless steel railings in your décor can help create a striking, modern look. The material itself implies strength and stability, an image that your customers will connect with your business. From the emergency stairwells to a grand foyer, stainless steel railings will provide an impression of permanence, all the while giving your employees a sanitary place to work.
This is not to say that stainless steel railings are not also a good option for your home. In fact, all the reasons to use the railings in your business are the same for your home; you are looking for a surface that is easy to clean, safe for your family to use and touch on a daily basis, and when used outside, will withstand any environmental factors. Its ability to bear up under heavily chlorinated products make it an ideal railing to be used around pools. The railings will also withstand potential damage inflicted by children or pets.
It is a relatively inexpensive material that offers a versatility and attractiveness not always available in other options at the same price point. Safe for your business and your family, stainless steel railings are an inexpensive and beautiful choice that will never rust, and never go out of style.

If you’re looking for stainless steel railings in Toronto, call Toronto Railings today for a free onsite consultation!

If you’re looking for a way to update the décor in your Toronto home or office, installing glass railings can give your space the modern and sleek appearance you’re hoping for. Glass railings can be used indoors or out, for balconies, decks, or stairways, for commercial or residential buildings. They are an incredibly versatile and certainly beautiful to addition to almost any location.

Among the many benefits of glass railings is the low amount of maintenance required. Particularly for exterior railings, the glass and metal used are quite weather-resistant and not given to rot or degradation over time. The only cleaning needed is with glass cleaner and a soft cloth. In cases where the glass is difficult to reach like outer surfaces on balconies, Toronto Railings offers a new ‘self-cleaning’ glass that repels dust and dirt and involves little manual work.

Glass railings are available in a many different styles, and we can make alterations to the shape of glass, so as to fit the perimeter of any deck or balcony. There are a range of tints and thicknesses for you to choose from, offering you both privacy and safety. The possibilities for glass railings are almost endless.

Using Glass Railings on Balconies

For either interior or exterior balconies, glass railings are a beautiful choice.

When using the railings on exterior balconies, there are benefits inside and out. From the outside of your home, a glass railing on a balcony will lend a modern and unique feel to the façade. From inside, you will have an uncompromised view, without needing to peer through slats or crane your neck to see over the railing. It also allows you to decorate however you wish, when wrought iron or wooden options may limit your style of décor.

Additionally, glass railings are ideal for children’s safety; they will no longer need to climb to the top of the railing to see the scenery. And the glass panels can be fit tightly together so no one, child or pet, can get stuck or even fall through.

For interior balconies or lofts, the railings can add beauty and definition without extensive renovations. You would be able to see your entire home, only adding to an open layout. Glass also would let you play with lighting schemes, altering effects as you see fit.

Glass Railings Providing Safety and Privacy on Decks and Patios

Not just balconies, but decks and patios can also benefit from exterior railings made from glass. They offer not only an unfettered view from your home, they also provide a range of options for your privacy and the safety of your family.

Glass railings can almost be considered a necessity for a deck or patio; one of the reasons you bought your house may have been the view from your back patio, and it’s only right that you can enjoy it without any obstructions. Using glass gives the impression that there is no barrier between you and the scenery, as well as providing considerable natural light.

These exterior railings are available in tinted, frosted, or in a range of colours, all to provide you with the level of privacy you prefer. They are also offered in tempered glass or laminated, adding more protection from dangerous UV rays. In addition, the railings are completely closed. This means there are no gaps for pets or children to get stuck in or push items through. Exterior glass railings offer protection in more ways than you ever expected.

Opening Your Floor Plan with Glass Staircase Railings

There are several good reasons for selecting glass railings for your staircase. It is an aesthetically pleasing addition to a home, and has safety features not available with more conventional staircase railings. Here are a few reasons to choose glass:

• Safety – People, often children, may leave things on stairs. With an open view of the staircase, it’s likely that items will be removed more often, therefore decreasing the possibility of tripping. Also, you can see people coming up or going down, so you can keep an even closer eye on where the kids are.
• Opens the Space – Staircases are usually a central fixture in a home, and with enclosed railings, this can cause your home to feel smaller and disjointed. When installing glass railings, it transform your interior into a wide open space, creates continuity from one part of the house to another, and gives the impression of a much larger home.
• Adds Value – Glass railings can add considerable aesthetic value to a home, especially in cases where you are looking to sell at some point. It is a unique feature that can certainly wow potential buyers.
• Versatility in Your Décor – A glass railing does not interfere with the feel of a home, and does not need to be a focal point in your décor, like a heavy carved railing would be. Your options for the interior design of your home would increase; for example, there are more possibilities of lighting as there is no longer any obstruction in the views of your home.

It’s also important to note, that while all of the above reasons are related to a residence, they also apply to commercial and business settings.

Glass Railings Give Your Office a Professional, Modern Look

There is nothing more dreary than a dark office, lit only with incandescent—or worse, fluorescent—light bulbs. Walls and interior balconies are made of plaster or wood, blocking vast amounts of natural light. Replacing balcony and staircase railings with glass would quickly update a space, bringing in lots of sunshine and giving the impression of a more modern décor.

Using glass railings in small offices would create the appearance of more room. They lend a clean aesthetic to almost any space, making it feel sleeker and more professional. Glass makes even the most boring office better.

Here at Toronto Railings, we provide the highest quality railings with the best customer service.

If you want the beauty of glass railings for your Toronto home or office, call us today!

Not long ago, we got an exciting phone call from a Toronto retiree, who had some questions about our cedar railings. This year, for the first time ever, his 7 year old grandson would be coming up to spend the summer with him. He had recently purchased a small piece of land in the nearby countryside, which had a nice cottage and a small pond. He was very excited about teaching the boy to fish, and had already bought a small aluminum boat to put out on his new pond. What he really needed was a dock, and he had heard that we were the right people to talk to.
While he intended to build the dock himself, he felt the railings should be professionally done, for safety, looks, and durability. He knew that with a rambunctious young boy running around, and with his own age forcing him to slow down a bit, he didn’t want to take any chances. Building the dock would be easy for him, but the cedar railings he had in mind just couldn’t be left to chance.

Cedar Railings are perfect for your Toronto project

This older gentleman’s son lived in Chicago with his young family. They all stayed in close touch – our new friend even laughed about learning how to video chat – but face-to-face visits were rare and he hoped this summer would be the start of a long tradition for him and his grandson. His needs for his new dock were simple enough, and we had the cedar railings he wanted, along with the know-how to get the job done right.
At Toronto Railings, every job deserves this kind of personalized service, and we love the fact that our work helps bring people together. Regardless of how simple or complex your project is, we have the selection of material and styles to fit your needs.

If your job calls for cedar railings, call us today. We’ll be happy to serve you.