FAQs

What materials can these railings be fitted between?

Fortitude railings can be installed between a variety of different materials such as steel, brick, and wooden posts.

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Fixing Scenarios

What are the post options?

Fortitude posts bolt-down, concrete-in or side-fix with fascia brackets.

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Application Scenarios

What anti-rust treatment has been applied to Fortitude steel railings?

Fortitude is a high quality, long lasting steel handrailing solution. It is made from pre-galvanised steel, which is then treated with a zinc phosphate pre-treatment then Electro coated before finally being finished with a high quality Akzo Nobel UV resistant powder coating in a durable black sand colour. Request a sample to see for yourself.

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Can I install Fortitude on slopes and stairs?

Yes, thanks to our unique raking panels, angles of up to 40º can be the achieved during the installation of railings on stairs and gradients, whilst concealing the pivot points of each spindle.

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What glass thickness can be used with Fortitude Contemplation?

Fortitude Contemplation is suitable for 10mm glass thickness. Which we can supply from stock for delivery with your railings.

Are brackets supplied with fixings?

Yes, all our Fortitude brackets are supplied with fixings for steel and wood.

Will I need to drill the posts before installing Fortitude Contemplation?

No, our Fortitude posts come pre-drilled for securing the glass clamps.

Do I have to use one of your fascia brackets with side fix posts?

Our 75mm side-fix post can be used with or without our fascia brackets.

How many styles of Fortitude railings are there available?

There are 4 styles available

Do you supply post caps to finish posts?

There are 3 post cap styles available to complement our Fortitude railing systems, these are ball, pressed and pyramid caps.

Do you supply gates to match Fortitude traditional railings?

Yes. Where a gate is required, a Fortitude panel can be cut to size and used with a gate kit to create a custom gate. Each set includes two uprights, two pressed dome caps and the self-drilling screws needed to attach the gate uprights securely to the panel.

Do you supply hinges to use with Fortitude gate kits?

We offer a vinyl hinge with a maximum gate weight of 50kg per pair, suitable for 50 - 75mm posts. A magnetic latch is also available to use with your Fortitude gate.

What would the best type of fixing be to use with Fortitude?

We supply a vast range of fixings to cover all applications and substrate types. View Fixings here

What is the best method for making sure my brackets are correctly positioned?

We offer a universal bracket template, designed to ensure quick and easy positioning of brackets during the installation of your Fortitude railing system.

Do you supply glass?

Yes we do. For our Contemplation glass railings we offer 10mm thickness glass panels in 100mm increments up to a maximum width of 1100mm. We also supply glass for our Contemporary glass slats and panels railing systems. If you require bespoke sizes, holes and shapes, or a different colour including opaque, we can offer these please contact us.

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What is the overall height of the handrail?

Our railing systems give an 1100mm high handrail on flat surfaces.

Can I use a wooden handrail?

Yes, you can use a wooden handrail with our cap rail clip.

What post sizes do you offer?

We offer 50 and 75mm square posts.

Do you provide touch up paints?

Yes, in the event your railings get damaged we supply spray and brushable touch up paints.

Do glass clamps come with the appropriate fittings?

Yes, glass clamps are supplied in a packet of 4 with bolts for fixing to posts.

Can I use your glass clamps on other posts?

Our flat back glass clamps can be used on square posts.

Can I cut railings to size?

Railings can be cut to size to suit your installation requirements using a simple hacksaw.

How adjustable is the raking panel?

Our raking panel is adjustable up to 40°.

Do bolt-down posts include cover caps?

Bolt-down posts include a 2 part cover cap.

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