Handrail Balustrade - Powder Coated Aluminium

Each handrail is supplied as a complete section and includes side-fitting brackets and foot caps for a clean, professional finish. This helps save time and hassle during installation. Please note that balustrade posts, balustrade gates, and screws are not included, and you’ll need to purchase these separately if you’re building a full system.

All of our handrail balustrades are designed to a consistent height of 1100mm. We offer a range of widths from 900mm up to 2600mm. If you need to span longer runs, it’s easy to connect multiple handrail sections together to achieve your desired balustrade length.

Each handrail is manufactured from extruded and welded aluminium. The welded construction adds durability to ensure long-term performance as a robust, low-maintenance alternative to traditional balustrade systems.

You can choose between black and white powder-coated finishes. Black gives a bold, striking look to your decking installation. Our white finish is a neutral, timeless option that pairs beautifully with lighter-coloured boards and suits both domestic and commercial settings.

These handrails are fully compatible with Cladco Signature solid composite decking, Nordeck decking, and timber decking. They’re designed to blend seamlessly and provide a stable perimeter, whether you’re upgrading a garden deck or building out a larger commercial outdoor area.

Repainting powder-coated aluminium can help refresh the appearance or match your balustrade to a new design scheme. Follow the steps below to ensure the best results:

1. Clean the Substrate

   Remove any grease or dirt which could inhibit the subsequent coating from attaching. Ensure all dirt particles are removed. This can be done either by hand with a sponge and soap, or if the surface has a lot of dirt, pressure washing with an alkaline-based degreasing detergent can be used. Ensure all washing products are thoroughly rinsed off leave the Balustrade to dry.

2. Remove Corrosion

   If the Balustrade is older, the powder coating on the material may have started to corrode, leaving a small number of corrosion deposits. Ensure your powder coating does not show signs of breaking down, otherwise the coating will need to be stripped off. A chalky, white residue over the powder coating is a form of rust and must be removed. A nylon scouring pad will work or a power sander will remove any red or white residue and corrosion, leaving a plain metal surface. Once all rust and corrosive coating has been removed, ensure any dust is cleared thoroughly.

3. Abrade the Metal Surface

   One of the most difficult obstacles in painting over the powder coating is ensuring the new coating bonds to the aluminium. Sanding the substrate removes the gloss from the original powder coating so that the fresh coating will stick. If parts of the powder coating remain it is important to feather the edges, so that there aren’t any bumps or ridges on the surface. Once this is done, ensure any dust or residue is removed.

4. Mask Off Adjacent Surfaces

   Some areas may need to be protected from the primer or paint. Areas can be covered with decorators’ tape, masking paper or sheeting, preventing the surfaces becoming resprayed or over-sprayed.

5. Prime the Substrate

   As soon as the metalwork is cleaned, removed of any rust and thoroughly dried, the areas can be primed and left to cure. It is best to do this as soon as possible, so the exposed areas do not get dirty or oxidised. Certain primers are appropriate for different alloys, so ensure the correct primer is used for the different alloys and aluminium. To check if you’re using the correct primer, apply to a small area if the primer smears or can be wiped off

6. Spray Apply the Top Coat

   There are many top coats available on the market, ensure you purchase the top coat designed for the material you wish to paint. A top coat can be selected in a choice of colours and gloss levels appropriate for painting over powder-coated aluminium, but it is crucial to select the right one. The top layer needs to be chosen to adhere to the primer or directly on to the aluminium if a primer hasn’t been used. Again, a professional spray-painting company will ensure the most appropriate product is used.