Composite Vs. Timber Balustrades

Wooden railings. We all know them, but I don’t think we all love them. Why? Well, how many times have you gone to lean on a timber rail and thought to yourself ‘that doesn’t look very stable to me’. It’s common for timber to degrade over time, both in aesthetics and functionality. But you know what won’t do that? Composite balustrades.

Widely revered as a smart alternative solution, NeoTimber’s composite balustrades offer strength, looks, and customisation in droves. In this blog post, we aim to explore the advantages of composite balustrades and what makes them the best choice for your decking project.

Unless you take the time to paint or pressure treat your timber, chances are it’s going to start absorbing the moisture in the air. Though that might not sound too bad, time will reveal the problems that causes. Eventually, your wood will start to fall apart – not ideal for balustrades that are supposed to bear our weight. And if it isn’t warping and rotting, traditional timber is likely cracking or splitting. Certainly a problem if your small child or household pet decides to run into them. Basically, the last thing you want is a timber deck railing that could give out under the slightest pressure.

So, how do you avoid all of this? With NeoTimber’s purpose-built composite balustrades, of course! Comprised of a timber fibre and recycled plastic sleeve fitted over a metal support beam, our balustrades offer an unbeatable level of integrity. Working in harmony with the composite material’s beautiful woodgrain finish, they’re able to create a stunning effect. Without comporising safety of your family and friends. Weatherproof, versatile, and guaranteed for 25 years, NeoTimber’s composite balustrades are designed to last far longer than timber ever could. This is just one advantage of composite balustrades.

Now, we’re sure your wondering – how do I get a colour match? Well, another one of the advantages of composite balustrades is its wide range of high-quality colours. By offering a broad selection, NeoTimber® ensures that each balustrade can be seamlessly matched to the colour of your deck. Whether you’re coming back to us for composite balustrades after installing your composite decking, or have chosen us for your new railing system, we won’t disappoint. Every product in our composite balustrade catalogue has been imbued with premium colour tones that have been carefully chosen to pair with all sorts of colourways.

From charcoal and grey to antique, chocolate, and teak, our composite balustrades are a highly adaptable railing solution that perfectly match our fencing, decking, and cladding ranges. After all, NeoTimber® is known as an industry leader whose reputation as a one-stop-composite-shop has never once let homeowners or installers down. Unlike timber, our fade-resistant and weatherproof products guarantee a crisp finish that’s going to last a lifetime. Still sceptical? Why not order a free sample pack and see the advantages of composite balustrades for yourself!

However, colour choice isn’t the only area in which NeoTimber’s composite balustrades outperform timber. We knew that we wanted to give our customers plenty of application options, so we designed our balustrades to follow a modular system. This enables use across straight surfaces and stairs alike – a process that can be further explored in our documents and downloads page. Here, we’ll go over the installation instructions to give you a leg up in getting your balustrades looking perfect.

Where timber railings are likely to take up more time and energy than you have to spare, our composite balustrades are easy to install onto any surface. Between our kit builders and calculators, you won’t be blindsided by any unexpected costs; we give you the tools you need to get stuck in as quickly as possible. Still, if you’re wanting and additional advice, our team of experts will be more than happy to help. We know that composite balustrades are the best choice for any homeowner, and we’re determined to prove it to you.