Forging is either mechanical or manual. In the first instance, assembly line products are manufactured on foundry and stamping machines – unpretentious, but quite presentable.
When it comes to artisan labor, the imagination evokes, a bearded blacksmith with a hammer, an anvil and a forge, and rightfully so. The production of wrought railings is approximately the same, but with a difference in the temperature of the metal being processed. Hence, there are two different ways of hand forging:
- during the process of cold forging of metal, the worker bends and presses cold pieces, heating them only at the joints. In this way, the worker attempts to make identical elements using a template. A significant disadvantage of this method lies in the difficulty of correcting any mistakes that are made;
- The ancient method of hot forging remains the most valuable in blacksmithing. As you can see in the photo, the wrought iron railings are unusually graceful and original, when they were made using the hot artistic forging process.
Of course, only professionals who are experienced in the techniques of drafting, cutting, broaching, twisting and the piercing of metal, are capable of working with red-hot steel and creating these unique stair railings. The results of such work exceeds the customer’s expectations.
Where are handrails used
Respectable interiors are held in high esteem today, and of course, the primary customers are still the owners of spacious private dwelling on private land.
Notice how gracious and elegant wrought iron stair railings look in the photos of modern interiors and landscape design. Thanks to the versatility of metal, handrails they can be combined perfectly with wood, stone and other metal structures. Hence, there are several options for their use:
- indoor staircases: marching, spiral and with a turn;
- street porch;
- balconies and open loggias;
- decorative bridges;
- gazebos.
Simply put, wrought iron railings are a practical luxury that can be used wherever there are stairs and railings. The choice of options depends on the personal preferences of the owners, because the possibilities of handcrafted artisanal professionals is unlimited.
Wrought iron railings in different interior styles
Work on an order always begins with the design. First of all, the structural features of the staircase itself are taken into account: its bearing capacity, angle of inclination relative to the floor, connections and other important factors.
Then an interior designer is called, he offers options for the execution of forged railings in the photos, he then explains how they fit into different styles or decor.
For example:
- the classic interior with wrought iron railings will become even more expressive and gracious. The most preferred decorative elements of forging are symmetrical plant motifs, such as bunches of grapes or oak leaves;
- in contrast to the classics, concise minimalism accepts a minimum of decor, for example, a simple drawing of strict geometry;
- Baroque and hand-forged are literally made for each other. The elements of the fence will have soft lines, intricate openwork floristry and bird figures.
You can speak endlessly about the styles and beauty of the art of forged products. It remains for us to explain to you, why wrought iron railings are far superior to wooden competitors.
Benefits of forged fences or panels
Forged structures are installed once and for all. They do not require careful handling, repair or replacement. The factory coating of handrails is designed for many years of operation without renewing the coating.
Other important advantages of a wrought iron railing:
- exceptional decorativeness;
- compatibility with other materials such as, wood, glass and stone;
- high strength of carbon steel, unavailable to other materials, ensures durability and safety;
- resistance to mechanical, chemical, biological, atmospheric influences;
- elementary care, only requires periodically brushing off the dust.
However, it is the unique decorativeness that is considered the most important element in favor of a staircase with wrought iron railings. The photos presented in the review are only a small part of what the artisanal masters of artistic forging are capable of. If, for example, the customer has a stormy imagination, and he brings his own concepts, these sketches can be brought to life with precision, and down to the smallest detail.
