Our Products
Handrails
A bespoke timber handrail is the essential tactile element of any staircase, providing both a vital safety feature and a refined finishing touch to your home’s interior. At Highgate Joinery, we specialise in crafting custom handrails that range from traditional mopstick and pig’s ear profiles to elaborate, hand-carved volutes and scrolls for grand period hallways. Whether you are looking to crown a new oak staircase or simply wish to upgrade an existing flight with a more substantial, high-quality rail, our master joiners ensure every curve and join is perfectly smoothed to the touch.
The choice of timber is critical for a handrail, as it must withstand decades of daily use while maintaining its aesthetic appeal. We typically manufacture our bespoke rails from premium hardwoods such as European Oak, American Black Walnut, or Sapele, which offer superior durability and a rich, natural grain that improves with age. For more traditional British homes, we can replicate historic Georgian or Victorian profiles to ensure your restoration project remains architecturally accurate. From wall-mounted rails with decorative brass brackets to continuous handrails that flow seamlessly over newel posts, we provide a complete bespoke service from our local workshop, finished with high-quality oils or lacquers to highlight the timber’s natural beauty.
