Balcony fencing: metal and other options for the interior of the room, photo

The design of a balcony or loggia fence is a rather complicated process. In addition to the fact that it is necessary not to be mistaken with the choice of material, it is also necessary to choose a certain design that fits into the picture of the house itself. It is easy to make a mistake at any of these stages, but it is far from always possible to correct the negative consequences.

The balcony railing is not just a functional element, but also a decorative part of the building facade

Criteria for choosing a fence for a balcony or loggia

The first thing to decide on is the purpose of the additional space. It can be a resting place, or it can be used as a storage compartment. After that, you should already proceed to the rest.

The minimum height of the balcony railing is regulated by GOST

According to safety precautions in the balcony area:

1. Each meter of balcony railings must be able to support at least 10 kg.
2. Be sure to have vertical bridges at a distance of at least 12 centimeters.
3. The grille must be fixed to the wall and floor.
4. The materials used must have high temperature resistance.

Do not forget about fire safety, because, according to statistics, a large number of fires in residential buildings begin precisely from the attached zones.

Fencing materials

Modern hardware stores offer many different materials with which your balcony will meet all quality and reliability standards. The most popular options are presented below.

Metal fences are very popular, which can be made in different styles.

Stainless steel

Balcony railings made of this metal are famous for their availability and quality. With its help, you can make both a simple fence of the loggia and decorative finishes (twisted, blown lattices, etc.). Stainless steel railings, in addition to being very durable, also look extremely stylish. It also harmoniously combines with other materials (for example, polycarbonate). And with proper planning and taking into account all requirements, your balcony fence will serve faithfully for more than one decade.

Stainless steel railings are stylish and “light” in appearance

Stainless steel is suitable for the manufacture of both simple fences and exquisite decorative structures

Forged metal

Forged metal balcony railing looks harmonious on almost any structure and is famous for its durability with relative cheapness. However, it requires a lot of self-care. Otherwise, corrosion will ruin the entire appearance. Largely because of this, many buyers and bypass forging by the side, preferring something more expensive, but less demanding.

Forged railings differ from simple metal railings not only in a stylish pattern, but also in a higher wall.

Forged metal fencing gives the building sophistication and aristocracy

Plastic or glass

Fences for the balcony in this case are made in the form of PVC sections or shields. The main advantages of this material are its plasticity, which makes it possible to give the product any shape and its low price. The first is also associated with its other advantage - ease of installation. That is why he won popular love, and even on the central streets of many cities you can find similar extensions.

Plastic railings do not rust and look attractive

Glass, as a rule, is not used alone, but is combined with metal parts

Wood

Balcony railings made of wood are most often installed in private houses. They look ridiculous on high-rise buildings. Ease of processing allows an experienced craftsman to realize his imagination and create an unusual product of any shape. And the natural beauty of wood will add special effect not only to the balcony, but also to the house itself. Perhaps the only drawback is the extremely high cost and instability to moisture without specialized processing.

Wooden railings attract with their natural beauty, but age quickly without proper care

Owners of private houses often choose a wooden balcony fence due to the availability and the possibility of self-production.

Cast iron

The most reliable and durable material. Safety plus durability combined with not the highest cost of all work. However, it is very susceptible to corrosion and for a long service life it must be coated with special substances that provide protection against rust.

Cast iron fences were especially popular at the turn of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Nowadays, cast iron railings can become the highlight of the facade of the house.

Options for installing fences in the interior of the balcony and loggia

The question of installing balcony railings made of metal or anything else is solely a matter of taste. Someone prefers classics, minimalism. Someone is interested in pretentiousness, symmetry, or vice versa, asymmetry of lines. The Internet is literally replete with a variety of design ideas. And finding what is right for you will not be difficult.

Black forged fence looks gorgeous against the background of a white facade

A small open balcony can be decorated with simple metal railings

Wooden railing with carved elements is perfect for a balcony of a country house

Stainless railings can be matched to any facade appearance

Varieties of balcony railings

• Open. The main advantage of this type of metal balcony fences is minimal contamination. In large metropolitan areas, where tens of thousands of cars can pass a day, the problem of the cleanliness of the loggia zone is one of the paramount problems. Other materials such as glass or polycarbonate are more demanding to clean. The main disadvantage is vulnerability from unexpected precipitation. But, in general, such a layout is suitable for those who use the balcony for smoke breaks or as a place where you can go out to breathe.
  

  Typical fence on an open balcony of a multi-storey building

• Closed. Ideal for those who use free space to store unused items or relax. With proper glazing, your balcony area will not be covered in snow or rain. In addition to this, it can be insulated and you will have a cozy, and, most importantly, a warm place for privacy. But, the main disadvantage is the persistence of odors. Heavy smokers or those who like to store odorous things have to constantly ventilate the balcony place.
  

  Closed balcony with concrete railing at the bottom

Types of balcony railings

Screen fencing - consists of vertical supports on which screens made of metal, wood, plastic or glass are fixed

Lattice railing is a railing made of parallel elements, simple or with decorative patterns

Direct

Welded straight railing with simple geometric patterns

Strict classic. Clarity of lines, a minimum of pretentiousness and colorfulness. Fits perfectly into the interior of any home. This design option will never go out of fashion and even in a few years your loggia will correspond to all the canons of style.

French

Small fences without a base. The best budget option. Compactness and sophistication at the same time. But, unfortunately, this structure does not carry any functions, except for design ones.

French fencing allows for a small area that can hardly be called a balcony

Floral

The flower wrought iron basket, besides looking great, also supports pallets. A staircase with a cornice is made in a similar way. But among all the decor options, this is one of the most expensive. This is largely due to the fact that doing something like this yourself is not realistic. Therefore, you have to entrust this business to professionals. The price for one meter starts at 4000-5000 rubles.

Balcony decor with flowers looks especially impressive on metal railings with forged elements

The choice and cost of a flower basket depends on the dimensions of the containers for which it is intended.

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Photos of balcony design with railing

Thus, summing up all of the above, it should be noted that the choice of a fence for a balcony is one of the most difficult stages in the construction of a loggia zone. Before starting work, you need to familiarize yourself with a number of requirements so as not to be disappointed with the result.