Balconies, balustrades and handrails

Balustrades

We fabricate and install balustrades in:

• Structural glass
• Tensioned steel
• Stainless steel

Balustrade clamps

We PVD colour balustrade clamps to co-ordinate with our fabricated balustrades and railings.

See the range of colours and finishes here.

Handrails

We fabricate and install handrails in:

• Brass
• Timbers
• Bronze
• Shot-peened stainless steel

Balconies

We fabricate and install:

• Balconies
• Internal foot bridges
• External foot bridges

PVD coloured stainless steel architectural mesh

Stainless steel Architectural Mesh is a strong and relatively lightweight product specified for interior and exterior applications. Brass and copper mesh, for example, can be replicated through the PVD process with a resulting product that will not tarnish or age.

See a range of mesh designs and applications and PVD colourways

PVD coloured stainless steel

PVD coloured stainless steel is a sustainable alternative to anodising and electro-coating both of which involve chemical baths. The PVD process uses heat and gas and produces no chemical waste products.

See more on PVD, the range of colours and order a sample

Textured stainless steel

Textured stainless steel brings another dimension to specifying PVD coloured stainless steel. The range of embossed, surfaces provide tactile qualities as well as reflecting light in subtle ways which add to the creative possibilities when designing with this material.

Contact Matt, Estimating & Production Manager to ask about textured stainless steel.

Cor-ten – Accelerated finish

Corten, also known as weathering steel, is designed to develop a rusty patina, making it corrosion-resistant and requiring no refinishing. John Desmond Ltd has developed a technique to expedite the patina formation process, enabling fabrication within commercial timescales.

Contact Matt, Estimating & Production Manager to ask about textured stainless steel

Patinated Brass

Left untouched, all brass would develop into patinated brass. However ready-patinated brass, created by John Desmond Ltd, already has an aged, richly-toned surface. This finish is stabilised with the application of a natural sealant making it suitable for interior and exterior applications.

Contact Alex via [email protected] to ask about a Cor-ten finish for your project.

Blackened stainless steel

The blackening of stainless steel actually increases its corrosion-resistance however is mostly specified for its gleaming appearance not easily achieved through other methods. A natural wax finish is applied which maintains the burnished look yet allows the material to patinate over time.

See how blackened stainless steel creates a dramatic staircase at Google headquarters

Marron powder-coat

The powder-coat colour Marron is an interesting extension to the range of John Desmond Ltd’s metal finishes. It has a bronze, metallic appearance and is a cost-effective way to achieve a rich, bronze finish for items such as planters.

Contact Alex via [email protected] to ask about Marron powder coat.

Vibration stainless steel

Vibration finish stainless steel is a versatile finish for stainless steel being non-directional and relatively non-reflective making it particularly suitable for exterior cladding. It is one of a range of finishes on stainless steel, including shot-peening and bead-blasting, offered by John Desmond Ltd.

See PVD coloured stainless steel in Vibration and other finishes and order a sample.

Shot-peened stainless steel

Shot-peening, also known as sand-blasting, increases the longevity of steel and is commonly used for aeronautical components. However it also has an interesting and versatile non-directional appearance and is consequently specified for its aesthetic as well as its relative non-reflectancy.

Find out more about shot-peened steel and stainless steel, call Matt on 020 8946 8295

Anodised aluminium

Aluminium is a lightweight, corrosion-resistant and relatively inexpensive material. Through the process of anodising aluminium can be transformed into a range of around ten coloured finishes.With the application of powder-coating an extensive range of metallic and solid colours can be achieved.

See the domed gold anodised aluminium ceiling at Wood Lane Underground Station

Laser-cutting

The laser-cutting of stainless steel, combined with PVD colouring and V-grooving provides a multitude of creative possibilities for interior and exterior applications. Laser-cutting can be used to create intricate patterns for items such as cladding, screens, balconies, balustrades and planters.

See how the lift-core and stairwell became a dramatic feature in the upgrade of The Gaslight Building

V-grooving and folding

V-Grooving and folding of specialist or laser-cut material adds to the design possibilities for very finely crafted and intricate metalwork.

This process facilitates sharp bends which replicate solid bar material whilst being lighter, less expensive and easier to work.

See more on V-grooved and folded stainless steel