| Old wrought iron railings in disrepair can | | | | Although welding a railing made of iron can |
| often be restored. Know when do-it-yourself | | | | appear to correct the problem, a broken piece |
| applies and when it’s better to call in | | | | of iron may remain weak. If it’s for a |
| a pro. | | | | supportive rail or staircase, this could lead |
| | | | to accidents. Supporting the interior of the |
| If you have an old wrought iron railing that | | | | metal can be a better alternative to simply |
| needs repair, this can sometimes be done with | | | | re-welding it. While you can use metal |
| minor repairs. It’s not always | | | | cement, stabilizing the entire post or pole |
| necessary to replace it. Other times, | | | | is a better solution. |
| it’s a good idea to call in a | | | | |
| professional. Very old railings can become | | | | If you are unsure, call in a professional |
| brittle and unsafe as well as unsightly but | | | | |
| they can often be repaired and restored. | | | | Many qualified craftsmen will allow you to |
| Wrought iron railings date way back in time. | | | | bring in a piece that needs supporting if you |
| There are many examples from the sixteen | | | | are not comfortable doing this yourself. |
| hundreds. There’s also evidence that | | | | Do-it-yourself stores often will provide |
| even back then, when a railing was | | | | helpful advice if you do wish to carry out |
| constructed of wrought iron, it was | | | | the repairs on your own. Some procedures |
| considered to be very artistic and valuable. | | | | include steel or wooden inserts into the post |
| | | | or pipe. The repair process of supporting |
| Older railings might need restoration and | | | | brittle or broken railings can result in it |
| repair if they have been neglected. While | | | | looking like new again. The supporting |
| wrought iron is very durable, years of | | | | process is important especially when a |
| neglect can take their toll and lead to rust, | | | | railing is meant for safety purposes. |
| corrosion or brittle joints. | | | | Stability of the posts is extremely critical |
| | | | to the safety and integrity of the structure. |
| Repair tips for wrought iron rails | | | | |
| | | | When fixing other parts of the railing, there |
| With caution, care and a bit of knowledge, | | | | are some aspects of repairs that you can |
| repairs can be made to restore older wrought | | | | complete on your own but other elements are |
| iron rails, fencing or staircases. | | | | best left to professionals. It’s a good |
| | | | idea to consult with a professional if you |
| You will need tools such as a drill, saw, | | | | are a little uneasy about the stability of a |
| metal cement, a tool to smooth and basic | | | | structure, especially when the railing is |
| woodworking tools. | | | | used for safety purposes. |
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