What to Consider Before Replacing a Balcony Railing A balcony railing is part of the architecture, but its first responsibility is to protect people from a fall. When an older railing feels loose, has wide openings or no longer suits a remodeled home, replacement should be planned as a structural project rather than a…
Planning a Custom Iron Pool Fence in Scottsdale A pool fence has a serious safety role, but it also occupies a large part of the backyard view. In a Scottsdale home with mountain scenery, stone patios and carefully planned landscaping, a generic barrier can feel like an afterthought. Custom iron fencing offers a way…
Replacing a Dated Wood Stair Railing With Custom Iron A staircase often occupies the most visible part of a Scottsdale or Paradise Valley home. When the railing is bulky, loose or out of step with a renovated interior, changing it can alter the entire room without rebuilding the stairs themselves. Replacing wood balusters or…
How to Plan a Custom Courtyard Gate for a Scottsdale Home A courtyard gate is often the first part of a Scottsdale home that visitors touch. It needs to feel substantial, open smoothly and suit the architecture before anyone reaches the front door. It may also need to screen a seating area, contain a…