Category Archives: Railings

Vertical bar metal railings installed at Windy Arbor Primary in Solihull

The Windy Arbor Primary School in Solihull has undergone refurbishment, and vertical bar metal railings manufactured and installed by Alpha Rail have helped transform the appearance of the school.

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Solving the metal railings vs wooden fencing debate

Debating the pros and cons of fencing materials like metal railings v wooden fencing is an important part of the decision making process.

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When to facet and when to radius metal railings

When measuring a metal railings installation one of the considerations is when to facet and when to radius metal railings.

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What to consider when installing metal railings on a wall

This technical article gives advice, describes the various fixing options and explains what to consider when installing metal railings on a wall.

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Estate fencing creates traditional feel to Boston housing development

Estate fencing manufactured by Alpha Rail has been installed at the site of a new residential housing estate in Boston called "The Quadrant" Built by Chestnut Homes, the development also features a new football stadium for Boston United.

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When to rake and when to step metal railings and pedestrian guardrail

Guidelines from bespoke metalwork manufacturer Alpha Rail regarding when to rake and when to step metal railings and pedestrian guardrail.

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Alpha Rail installs decorative metal railings for Southend Borough Council

Alpha Rail has recently completed the installation of decorative metal railings on a Southend Borough Council funded parks and restoration project.

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B@Home development features Alpha Rail metal railings

Metal railings have been added to Glinton Avenue, Blackwell as part of the B@Home development programme which aims to deliver 150 high quality, energy efficient homes over a four-year period. The development is being constructed through a partnership between Bolsover District Council and Robert Woodhead Ltd.

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Metal railings installed at new housing project in Oxford

Bespoke bow top metal railings have added the finishing touches to the new Hampden Gardens housing project in Thame, Oxfordshire.

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