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The Benefits of Iron Panels

Nothing exudes old world elegance like a scrolling wrought iron staircase or balcony. The classic beauty and craftsmanship of custom fabricated ornamental iron can come with a number of drawbacks. This week we take a look at the use of manufactured iron panels as a comparable alternative to fully fabricated systems.   Time Savings- If you have...

Special Order Wood Stair Parts

House of Forgings provides a wide range of special order wood parts and species including handrail & fittings, newels, box newels, balusters, treads, lumber and more. We provide quotes for all domestic and exotic species in our standard profiles as well as industry standard and custom profiles. Commonly quoted domestic Species: Maple, Poplar, White Oak, Hickory, Alder,...

Finishes & Patinas Lookbooks

Our new lookbook series was designed to get you inspired! This month we feature three of our most popular finishes: Ash Grey, Oil Rubbed Bronze and Vintage Brass. Inspired by the latest trends and styles in interior design and decor, these visual guides will help you select the correct finish or patina for your staircase...

The Great Gold & Brass Revival

Flash forward from the 1980's and you will quickly realize what goes around often comes back around. Gold and brass tones are seeing a full blown revival in the home, from lighting & hardware to furniture & art and more. This time around, we are seeing a more subtle use of these tones in a sophisticated and chic way....

The Focal Point Bulletin – Stainless Steel Cable Spacing Demystified!

Knowing how to properly space stainless steel cable can be tricky. With a little help from these useful guides we think you can make sense of it. The guides below were designed to be a quick visual reference to aid in take-offs, estimates, quotes and installation. Always remember to consider code compliance for your specific area. Standard...

The Focal Point Bulletin – Sept. 15th 2015

The versatility of stair & railing products can often be seen beyond the normal confines of the staircase or balcony in clever, creative and practical ways. Check out the great ways that these homes utilize both wood and iron products to achieve outstanding results. This curved staircase is outfitted with a custom designed baby gate that...

The Focal Point Bulletin Sept. 8th 2015

New from House of Forgings, The Focal Point is a weekly email bulletin designed to keep you informed on the latest news, trends, and changes in stair & railing. Each week we will focus on a topic that is relevant, informative and useful. Future Topics Include: Interior Design, Product Highlights, Installation, Remodel, New Construction, Marketing &...