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like the balustrade and stair colour - which company made it please?

7 years ago

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Lex McMillan Architects Ltd
7 years ago
Hi, we made the stair up on site. It has a mild steel sub frame with a glass balustrade and stained oak treads and risers. If i were doing it again I'd use a proper stair company like Eestairs or Elite metalcraft as it would be easier.
caroleruggier thanked Lex McMillan Architects Ltd
caroleruggier
Original Author
7 years ago
Thanks very much - yes, I've learned that using a proper company is probably easier in the long run. I've heard of Elite metal craft - will look at them for balustrade. Really like your portfolio, by the way. Nice work!
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Lex McMillan Architects Ltd
7 years ago
Thank you for your kind comments. I have also used Eestairs recently and will post it up shortly.
caroleruggier thanked Lex McMillan Architects Ltd
caroleruggier
Original Author
7 years ago
will look at them too then - need balustrade imminently. Was also going to look at London Railing… Thanks again.

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