Understanding the building regulations surrounding decking banisters is critical. Here\u2019s a simple guide to residential installation heights.<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\u00a0Having elevated decking for balconies<\/a> or sloped gardens<\/a> installed is an exciting process. But, naturally, it also raises one specific safety concern – how do I protect people from drops and other height-related hazards? Thankfully, NeoTimber\u00ae is here to help. Through our comprehensive range of building compliant composite balustrades<\/a>, we hope to help you border your low-level and high-level projects<\/a> alike. Keeping you, your loved ones, and your customers safe is our top priority, and you’ll quickly come to learn that we’ve spared no expense to do so.<\/p>\n<\/div>![\"decking](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/balustrades\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/12\/at-what-height-should-you-install-decking-banisters.jpg\" "\\"at")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>To guarantee safety, you’ll need a secure balustrade<\/a>. But – we hear you ask – what height would work best for my project? How high is too high? How low is too low? Don’t worry, we’ve got all the answers. So, grab a cuppa and take some time to read over this article. It’ll tell you all you need to know about safety regulations and requirements when installing your balustrade project<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"composite](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/balustrades\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/12\/Low-Level-Decks-Article-Image.jpg\" "\\"Low")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Low Level Decks<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>First, we’ll go into the facts. For any deck up to 300mm in height – or a low-level deck, as it’s more commonly known – a balustrade of at least 900mm in height is required to guarantee safety. Of course, we couldn’t blame you for asking why such a small elevation needs a railing system<\/a> in the first place. Surely a small drop is harmless, right? Well, not quite.<\/p>\nSay you have a toddler running around. With barely any depth perception or sense of spatial awareness, chances are that little one’s going to end up toddling off of a rail-free decking at any given moment. No matter the scenario, composite balustrades are the perfect hazard preventative. It’s for this reason that NeoTimber’s composite balustrades<\/a> sit just above the minimum height requirement at a nice 1100mm high.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>High Level Decks<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>High-level decks, however, are a completely different story. Instead of little falls being a slight cause for concern, a tumble from any elevated surface higher than 300mm could cause serious damage. This is why projects exceeding this height\u00a0require<\/strong> a balustrade<\/a>, complete with a handrail<\/a> of no less than 1100mm in height.<\/p>\nNot to mention that decks<\/a> above 300mm tend to be fitted with steps. If these steps are a metre wide, you’ll have to install a hand railing<\/a> on either side of the stairs. Thankfully, our composite balustrades are strong, safe, and compliant for levels greater than 600mm. Partnered with their easy installation<\/a> and high versatility, NeoTimber\u00ae decking banisters promise to give you the protection you need.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"decking](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/balustrades\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/12\/High-Level-Decks-Article-Image.jpg\" "\\"High")
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<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>The Danger Of Rotting Timber<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>But why should you choose composite balustrades specifically? Surely timber can do the same thing for a cheaper price, can’t it? We both love and hate to tell you this, but that couldn’t be any further from the truth. If not treated or maintained on a regular basis, timber is known to warp, splinter, and rot<\/a>. Now imagine that being the only thing standing between you and a fall from a 600mm deck.<\/p>\nYou can’t put your trust in wood balustrades, and that’s where NeoTimber’s composite balustrade railing<\/a> comes in. Put simply, composite is a material that resists degradation far better than timber, making it a reliable safety measure for any deck. Partnered with the metal core used in our balustrade system<\/a>, we offer something timber simply can’t compete with – absolute safety.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>The Versatility Of Composite<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>NeoTimber\u2019s composite decking banisters are a hybrid system, granting them many incredibly useful applications. Our balustrade posts<\/a> and composite railings<\/a> are suitable for balconies<\/a>, stairs, raised decks<\/a>, and low-rise roof terrace builds, and can even be installed onto existing decking<\/a> and<\/em> concrete<\/a>. The handrail<\/a> attaches to the post<\/a> through a bolt fixing, which can then be set at any angle, making it the perfect choice for any outdoor build project<\/a>. Available in five stunning colours<\/a>, our selection makes it easier than ever to find a balustrade option<\/a> that matches your vision.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"deck](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/balustrades\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/12\/The-Versatility-of-Composite-Article-Image.jpg\" "\\"The")
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\u00a0Having elevated decking for balconies<\/a> or sloped gardens<\/a> installed is an exciting process. But, naturally, it also raises one specific safety concern – how do I protect people from drops and other height-related hazards? Thankfully, NeoTimber\u00ae is here to help. Through our comprehensive range of building compliant composite balustrades<\/a>, we hope to help you border your low-level and high-level projects<\/a> alike. Keeping you, your loved ones, and your customers safe is our top priority, and you’ll quickly come to learn that we’ve spared no expense to do so.<\/p>\n<\/div> To guarantee safety, you’ll need a secure balustrade<\/a>. But – we hear you ask – what height would work best for my project? How high is too high? How low is too low? Don’t worry, we’ve got all the answers. So, grab a cuppa and take some time to read over this article. It’ll tell you all you need to know about safety regulations and requirements when installing your balustrade project<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> First, we’ll go into the facts. For any deck up to 300mm in height – or a low-level deck, as it’s more commonly known – a balustrade of at least 900mm in height is required to guarantee safety. Of course, we couldn’t blame you for asking why such a small elevation needs a railing system<\/a> in the first place. Surely a small drop is harmless, right? Well, not quite.<\/p>\n Say you have a toddler running around. With barely any depth perception or sense of spatial awareness, chances are that little one’s going to end up toddling off of a rail-free decking at any given moment. No matter the scenario, composite balustrades are the perfect hazard preventative. It’s for this reason that NeoTimber’s composite balustrades<\/a> sit just above the minimum height requirement at a nice 1100mm high.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> High-level decks, however, are a completely different story. Instead of little falls being a slight cause for concern, a tumble from any elevated surface higher than 300mm could cause serious damage. This is why projects exceeding this height\u00a0require<\/strong> a balustrade<\/a>, complete with a handrail<\/a> of no less than 1100mm in height.<\/p>\n Not to mention that decks<\/a> above 300mm tend to be fitted with steps. If these steps are a metre wide, you’ll have to install a hand railing<\/a> on either side of the stairs. Thankfully, our composite balustrades are strong, safe, and compliant for levels greater than 600mm. Partnered with their easy installation<\/a> and high versatility, NeoTimber\u00ae decking banisters promise to give you the protection you need.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> But why should you choose composite balustrades specifically? Surely timber can do the same thing for a cheaper price, can’t it? We both love and hate to tell you this, but that couldn’t be any further from the truth. If not treated or maintained on a regular basis, timber is known to warp, splinter, and rot<\/a>. Now imagine that being the only thing standing between you and a fall from a 600mm deck.<\/p>\n You can’t put your trust in wood balustrades, and that’s where NeoTimber’s composite balustrade railing<\/a> comes in. Put simply, composite is a material that resists degradation far better than timber, making it a reliable safety measure for any deck. Partnered with the metal core used in our balustrade system<\/a>, we offer something timber simply can’t compete with – absolute safety.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> NeoTimber\u2019s composite decking banisters are a hybrid system, granting them many incredibly useful applications. Our balustrade posts<\/a> and composite railings<\/a> are suitable for balconies<\/a>, stairs, raised decks<\/a>, and low-rise roof terrace builds, and can even be installed onto existing decking<\/a> and<\/em> concrete<\/a>. The handrail<\/a> attaches to the post<\/a> through a bolt fixing, which can then be set at any angle, making it the perfect choice for any outdoor build project<\/a>. Available in five stunning colours<\/a>, our selection makes it easier than ever to find a balustrade option<\/a> that matches your vision.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Low Level Decks<\/h2><\/span>
High Level Decks<\/h2><\/span>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>The Danger Of Rotting Timber<\/h2><\/span>
The Versatility Of Composite<\/h2><\/span>
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