Slotted Handrails

A slotted handrail is a handrail tube with a continuous slot designed to fit over the top edge of a glass panel. The glass sits within the slot using a compatible gasket, allowing the handrail to form a secure and continuous top rail for a glass balustrade.

Slotted handrails are commonly used on staircases, balconies, terraces and walkways where a clean glass balustrade finish is required.

BM Steel supplies slotted stainless steel handrails in grades 304 and 316. Grade 304 is commonly selected for internal or sheltered installations, while grade 316 provides greater corrosion resistance for external and more exposed applications.

The appropriate stainless steel grade should be selected according to the installation environment and project specification.

The main difference between grade 304 and 316 stainless steel handrails is their level of corrosion resistance. Both grades are durable stainless steels, but grade 316 contains additional alloying elements that improve resistance to corrosion in more demanding environments.

Grade 304 is commonly used indoors, while grade 316 is generally preferred for outdoor, coastal or high-humidity applications.

Yes. BM Steel supplies selected black metal handrails in brushed black anodised aluminium. These slotted handrails provide a dark architectural finish for compatible glass balustrade systems.

The black aluminium option provides an alternative to traditional satin or mirror-polished stainless steel where a black handrail is preferred.

Yes, a black slotted handrail can form part of a stair balustrade system where the selected tube, glass, fittings and supporting structure are suitable for the installation.

BM Steel's black anodised aluminium slotted handrails are designed for use with compatible glass balustrade systems. Stair installations should always be designed and installed to meet the relevant loading, height and Building Regulations requirements.

Yes. Slotted stainless steel handrails are specifically designed to sit over compatible glass panels as part of a glass balustrade system.

A suitable U-gasket is positioned between the glass and the stainless steel slot to protect and secure the glass. The correct handrail and gasket should be selected according to the glass thickness and system specification.

Selected BM Steel stainless steel slotted handrails are available in 3m and 6m lengths. Available lengths vary depending on the handrail profile, size, material and finish.

BM Steel also supplies compatible connectors for joining sections together where longer continuous handrail runs are required.

BM Steel supplies slotted handrails in round, square and rectangular profiles. Different profiles can be selected according to the glass balustrade design, required finish and compatible system components.

Round stainless steel options are available alongside square and rectangular stainless profiles, while selected round aluminium slotted handrails are also available in black and silver anodised finishes.

Stainless steel handrails should be cleaned regularly to remove dirt, salts and other surface contaminants. Mild soap and water are suitable for routine cleaning, followed by rinsing and drying the surface.

Grade 316 stainless steel is generally preferred for more exposed outdoor environments because of its increased corrosion resistance, but regular cleaning is still important for maintaining the finish.