Black wrought-iron stair handrail with scrollwork in a stone stairwell

Wrought-iron guardrails

A guardrail that pairs safety with elegance.

Wrought-iron guardrails made to order for stairs, balconies, terraces and windows — compliant with the French NF P01-012 standard, hot-dip galvanized and powder-coated for outdoor use.

Close-up of forged scrollwork ironwork pieces
Red-hot metal worked on an anvil in a forge
Blacksmith's anvil and hammer in a workshop

Our craftsmanship

Hand-forged, made to last.

Each guardrail is hand-forged, piece by piece, rather than mass-produced — which allows a detail (pattern, section, finish) to be adjusted without starting from a standard mould. Sizing (height, spacing) follows the NF P01-012 standard, and the finish adapts to exposure: powder coating for indoors, hot-dip galvanizing then powder coating for outdoors.

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Process

A thoughtful process, no surprises.

1

Quote

You describe your project and get a first estimate within 48h.

2

Measurements

Precise measurements, on site or from your own.

3

Design

Choice of pattern, iron section and finish.

4

Fabrication

Workshop forging, galvanizing if needed, then powder coating.

5

Installation

Fixing suited to your support, by a professional.

Why choose us

  • Sizing compliant with the NF P01-012 standard
  • NF EN ISO 1461 galvanizing for outdoor use
  • Free quote, response within 48h
  • Made in mainland France

Frequently asked questions

What we're asked most often

What height does a guardrail need to be?

Between 0.80m and 1m depending on context: 1m minimum for a balcony, terrace or gallery (0.80m if the guardrail itself is a massive element over 50cm thick), 0.80 to 1m from the stair nosing for a staircase. Full detail on our standards and safety page.

What is the maximum spacing between balusters?

11cm maximum over the full height for vertical balusters. For a horizontal rail, spacing must stay under 11cm within the first 45cm (anti-climb zone), and can go up to 18cm above that.

Guardrail or balustrade, what's the difference?

In everyday language the two terms often get mixed up, but a guardrail is the complete safety structure (its function), while a balustrade refers more specifically to a baluster-filled style. See our dedicated article for the detail.

Is a window guardrail always required?

No: if the combined height of the sill and window frame already reaches 0.90m, no additional protection is required under French building regulations. Below that, an added guardrail becomes necessary.

Why galvanize an outdoor guardrail?

Hot-dip galvanizing (NF EN ISO 1461) protects steel against corrosion for decades, even before a finish coat is applied — the foundation of durable protection for a structure exposed to the weather.

Why not just buy a DIY kit?

Kits sold in hardware stores (often 60 to 120 € for a short stair handrail section) are standalone elements, not a complete guardrail sized for your configuration.

Ready to begin?

Let's secure your staircase, balcony or terrace.

Get a quote

Contact

Describe your project

Tell us the guardrail type, approximate length and, if possible, the available height — the workshop replies with a first estimate within 48h.