How far can wire balustrade span?
Maximum height of any wire balustrade is 4 mtr. (deck to ground level) Maximum spacing for wires is 100mm, but to be safe we prefer 80mm as it allows posts further apart with less tension. When pulled apart, the maximum gap cannot be more than 125mm.
How far apart should wires be?
The general setback rule is that cables must be at least 1.25 inches from the face of the framing members.
Can wire balustrade go around corners?
How many wires do I need? Balustrade wires spaced horizontally 80mm apart with 12 spacings = 11 runs (11 Kits per straight sections, it is not possible to go around a corner).
What is wire balustrade?
Wire balustrade can be used as an alternative to glass or full timber balustrade. Miami Stainless high-quality stainless steel wire balustrade hardware that is suitable for indoor and outdoor applications.
What grade of wire do you use for balustrades?
Our stainless steel rigging wire and fittings are marine grade 304 and 316, making our balustrade hardware suitable for coastal installations. Our balustrade wire is available in 304 and 316 stainless steel, with options for the premium ProRig wire rope or the economy version ECON.
Can stainless steel wire rope balustrades be installed horizontally?
Our range of stainless steel wire balustrade systems can be installed horizontally or vertically. Vertical stainless steel wire rope balustrade is a great alternative to glass for balustrades over 4 metres in height.
Do you offer DIY balustrade fittings?
We stock a wide range of balustrade fittings to suit almost every conceivable situation, for easy installation by the average DIYer or handyman. We also provide DIY Wire Balustrade Kits, to make it even easier. For further technical info, check out our DIY Balustrade Brochure or Installation Videos.