Frequently Asked Questions

An ADA-compliant handrail comes down to a graspable profile your hand can close around, mounting within the required height range, a continuous run along the full stair or ramp, and extensions at the top and bottom so support does not end before the steps do. The exact dimensions are set in the accessibility standards, and we fabricate to them. Since we are local, stop by the showroom and we will walk you through how they apply to your Kent project.

An ADA-compliant handrail comes down to a graspable profile your hand can close around, mounting within the required height range, a continuous run along the full stair or ramp, and extensions at the top and bottom so support does not end before the steps do. The exact dimensions are set in the accessibility standards, and we fabricate to them, then walk you through how they apply to your Tacoma stair or ramp.

An ADA-compliant handrail comes down to a graspable profile your hand can close around, mounting within the required height range, a continuous run along the full stair or ramp, and extensions at the top and bottom so support does not end before the steps do. The exact dimensions are set in the accessibility standards, and we fabricate to them, then walk you through how they apply to your Olympia stair or ramp.

Two things: the design is drawn for your specific staircase rather than adapted from a pattern, and the finishing is applied by hand. Forged elements are individually selected and composed for the piece, and hand painting, gold leaf, and rubbed patinas are worked element by element, so the variation between them cannot be replicated on another piece. The result is a commission, not a product.

It depends on the gate and the look. Aluminum stays light and rust-free, which helps a swing gate move easily in the wet; steel brings strength for a wide or security gate; a wood-infill frame adds warmth without the upkeep of solid wood. We match the material to the size, the use, and the exposure of your entrance.

Frameless structural glass, with no top cap and standoff or channel mounting. From a seated position on a terrace it leaves the outlook essentially uninterrupted, which is why it is the default specification on Medina waterfront properties. Stainless cable is the next least intrusive and a sensible choice where full glass would be excessive.

Modern metal railings, cable railings, and glass railings are the most requested styles, especially for open-concept homes and remodels. For older homes, homeowners often choose ornamental or traditional metal railings that match the home’s character.

On East Hill and the newer streets, modern horizontal slat screens are popular, often framing a yard with a valley outlook, along with durable steel fences for family yards. The older homes suit ornamental steel. On a sloped lot we step or rake the fence to keep a clean top line.