Should the balcony railings installed by the developer be replaced? This is what the 30-year-old supervisor told me!
Many families now buy houses with balconies, which makes it easier to dry clothes. For the decoration of the balcony, it is necessary to install railings. We must pay attention to the installation method of the railings. Some owners will also struggle with whether to replace the railings. Do the balcony railings installed by the developer need to be replaced? You must understand it before decorating, otherwise you will suffer big losses in the future.
1: Do the balcony railings installed by the developer need to be replaced?
1. Iron railings
Based on cost considerations, some developers will install the most common and cheapest iron railings on balcony guardrails. It is recommended that these railings be removed. Because iron railings are prone to rust when exposed to humid weather, affecting the appearance of the house. If used for too long and the quality is not very reliable, the railings will easily slide or even fall off, which will cause safety hazards to the family. It is recommended that these railings be replaced or removed directly.
2. Aluminum alloy railings
Developers in some communities are more conscientious and install aluminum alloy railings and laminated glass on their balconies. Some developers even choose the most expensive broken bridge aluminum. The railings made of broken bridge aluminum are very high in terms of safety and strength. They can be used with confidence. It is recommended not to dismantle them. Because even if the balcony is completely sealed, there will still be windows, and the guardrails can fully serve as a second layer of protection, so the safety factor is higher.
If the floor of your home is low, you can replace the laminated glass with an anti-theft net, which will increase the safety factor of your home.
3. Railing height
Some developers install railings on balconies not from a safety perspective at all, but more for aesthetics and decoration. Therefore, such guardrails only have a decorative effect and cannot play a protective role.
The national standard balcony guardrail height should be above 1.1 meters. If it is lower than this height, the guardrail has no protective effect at all. If the children at home are naughty, they will easily fall from the guardrail, endangering personal safety. It is recommended that the guardrail should either be removed directly, or the height should be ensured to be above 1.1 meters.
Two: Key points to consider when choosing a guardrail
In addition to considering that the shape of the guardrail should not be suitable for climbing and the height should not be lower than the regulations, there are also important considerations when selecting. A few points below.
1. Load-bearing capacity
Many homes have exterior guardrail frames, so the protruding space often becomes a place for placing flower pots and other objects. Therefore, if objects are to be placed, the load-bearing capacity of the guardrail should be considered when purchasing.
2. Anti-corrosion
Exterior balconies and window guardrails must be anti-corrosion. Only with good anti-corrosion properties can they achieve long-lasting protection and be able to withstand exposure to the sun, wind, rain and snow at any time. The anti-corrosion performance of the balcony guardrail depends on its structure. A good guardrail is often composed of an inner and outer base structure that complement each other. Generally, the base material is a steel layer, the alloy layer is zinc steel, and the layer closest to the base material is a dense alloy layer. , the more complex its structure, the stronger its corrosion resistance.
Three: Classification of guardrail materials
Generally speaking, guardrails are usually made of ductile iron, anticorrosive wood, zinc steel or galvanized, white steel (stainless steel), and aluminum alloy. Several categories.
1. Zinc steel guardrail
Safe, with high overall strength; practical, the surface is treated with a special process to form a permanent protective film, smooth and flat, not easy to rust, easy to clean, and does not require maintenance; weather-resistant, zinc steel balcony guardrails are The characteristics of aluminum alloy guardrails, and the surface has been specially treated, are the most commonly used guardrail materials.
2. Iron protective fence
The price is cheap and can be installed on the first floor of the community. When making, you need to consider the entrance and exit for fire protection. You can make a small door and add a lock. The materials include hollow and solid forged steel.
3. Stainless steel guardrail
The style is single, the color is monotonous, and the model is difficult to distinguish. Generally speaking, because 202 is easy to rust, it is suitable for installation indoors.
4. Anticorrosive wood guardrails
Usually used in villas and high-end residences. Anticorrosive wood has average strength, monotonous style, and is easy to crack and fade. However, the appearance is beautiful and may match the interior decoration style better.
5. Invisible steel wire guardrail
It can be made invisible and relatively strong, making it an ideal guardrail material.
However, it should be noted that the strength of the steel wire cannot be judged with the naked eye. When purchasing, you should choose a reputable merchant. The thicker the steel wire, the better. Material quality and tensile strength are important criteria for selection. During use, always check whether the protective net is loose, and perform safety maintenance in a timely manner.
Four: How to identify inferior balcony guardrails?
First of all, the quality of zinc steel products is not determined by its price, but by its raw materials, processes, and technical support. Good raw materials are thicker and the steel is more durable. pure.
When choosing balcony railings, you should decide based on its weight and thickness, rather than solely caring about its price. Really large manufacturers have fair prices, high quality, and first-class after-sales service. When choosing, it is best not to choose balcony guardrails that are too low-priced, because the raw materials of high-quality zinc steel profiles are expensive. If its price is lower than the raw materials, it must be a fake and shoddy product. First choose a manufacturer with an affordable price, and then go to the factory to inspect the factory to see the factory size, company strength, and product samples, so that you can buy high-quality guardrail products.
As for the replacement of the material of the developer's balcony guardrail, it can actually be carried out according to his own needs. It depends on whether the material of the balcony is suitable. We have also made relevant preparations for the decoration of the balcony. The balcony is a place where families use to dry their clothes. We should pay attention to the specific decoration skills and specific decoration methods.