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Timber Column Sizes

When it comes to replacing existing timber columns, many wood turners are restricted by the size of they are able to comfortably turn, however Haldane UK has demonstrated its full capability by manufacturing and supplying two columns at 2550mm in height by 450mm diameter.

The timber columns were designed to be exact replicas of the existing columns with an elliptical profile and collars to the top and bottom and supplied in 2 sections to fit around a structural steel pillar. The columns were made in 4 sections with separate collars to provide a perfect finish.

Victorian Stair Parts

Haldane UK has recreated an entire Victorian balustrade for a client who was extending an Aberdeen hotel and was looking to match the existing staircase.

Working from photographs of the existing components and architects drawings of the new staircase layout, Haldane produced drawings of each component and handrail profile before beginning the manufacturing process.

Haldane used their 5 axis machining expertise, wood turning and moulding to create the ornate 120mm square newel posts as per the existing design, including the unique ball décor top.

Iroko Handrails for London Home

Haldane’s handrail expertise has been demonstrated by manufacturing and installing a bespoke profiled Iroko handrail featuring a unique tapered profile end for a 3 storey luxury home in London.

The bespoke 80mm x 44m handrail profile was designed by the client and manufactured in Iroko which is usually specified for extremal timber handrail.

The project consisted of 36 linear metres of straight, spiral and flat curve with a bespoke volute detail to provide the perfect finishing touch.

Cool Staircases With Storage Space

If you were ever looking for ideas for putting the space under the stairs to better use, then this collection of staircases is for you. Check out our favourite staircase storage solutions featuring drawers, wine racks, trap doors and even a bike rack. Whatever will they think of next?

11 Stunning Celebrity Staircases

 

 

If you are looking for a bit of luxury styling inspiration, there is nothing better than a bit of celebrity spotting to get some fantastic ideas as well as a few examples of how not to do it.

So we have scoured the internet to pull together some great examples of staircases in celebrity homes.

Or why not check out some of the staircase projects we have completed by visiting our project gallery now

 

 

Designer Handrails for Stairs in Kent

Haldane has manufactured, supplied and installed the continuous handrails for a luxury home in Kent.

The staircase project was part of a complete refurbishment of the property and required Haldane to carry out a full 3D survey of the custom made metalwork to enable a perfect fit first time at installation.

Haldane worked closely with the contractor to optimise the layout of the metalwork and help to achieve the flow of the handrail and balustrades.

Handrails For Flagship Ocean Liner

Haldane UK has added to its portfolio of cruise ships with the completion of its latest supply only project for the world’s largest ocean liner.

Haldane was approached by the specialist marine fit out team who were appointed to design an extension to the handrail on the ship’s grand staircase which was originally fitted out in 2004. 

Timber Handrails for Cruise Ship

Haldane UK Ltd. is on the crest of a wave after winning a contract to supply timber handrails for the luxury cruise ship Royal Viking Sun.

The ship is currently being extensively refurbished in Bremerhaven by CLC Marine Services, who have asked Haldane to supply cherry handrails with a horizontal curve, trims, ramps and wreaths for the magnificent Norway Lounge.

Obeche Handrails for Cruise Ship

Haldane UK Ltd, the specialist handrail and glazing bead manufacturer, has completed a prestigious contract for the refurbishment of handrails in the Odessa Sky, a Croatian ferry docked in Bremerhaven, Germany.

The contract to manufacture, supply and install over 750m of Obeche profiled handrails, has only been one of a number of sizable European projects that Haldane UK has demonstrated its market leading capabilities.

Timber Handrails Trends 2015

As the UK’s leading specialist in bespoke timber handrails and staircases, Haldane UK, deals with hundreds of enquiries every month and is speaking to architects and specifiers on a daily basis.

This provides us with a unique insight into the latest trends in the timber handrail and staircase markets from timber type to handrail profiles to balustrades and styles.

Our work in the hotel and leisure, commercial and public sectors means that we can provide a comprehensive overview of the sector.

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