The Lloyd Worrall Approach – A Complete Handrail & Balustrade Solution

Handrails and balustrades shape the way we move, interact with, and experience a space. Despite their crucial role in safety and design, they are often overlooked in building plans. Whether in offices, residential buildings, or leisure centres, they ensure safe navigation while offering endless design possibilities to elevate interiors.

At Lloyd Worrall, we understand the value of high-quality, well-functioning, stylish handrail and balustrade solutions, which is why we offer a full-service package, ensuring a smooth process from concept to completion. Take a closer look at what we have to offer, and the vital role handrails and balustrades play in this blog post.

More than just looks – where design meets functionality

The foundation of handrails and balustrades as an essential architectural feature lies in their ability to enhance safety, accessibility, and compliance. In many cases, they are a regulatory requirement in public stairways and healthcare walkways to ensure safe passage and heightened accessibility for all; this also falls under the standards of the Equality Act 2010. Our modular systems are designed to ensure commercial and public buildings in which they are installed will satisfy the requirements of the Equality Act and all relevant UK Building Regulations.

Aesthetic appeal is another integral element of handrails and balustrades; in any application, they can be used to enhance interior and exterior design with modern, sleek, or traditional finishes. These can be supplied in various materials to suit every unique application, from using glass balustrades with stainless steel handrails to numerous bright nylon finishes or timber details to create a welcoming atmosphere. Materials can also be combined, creating the perfect solution for each client.

When considering handrails and balustrades, architects need to provide the most practical yet durable solutions, which is why our solutions are highly robust and low maintenance. High-traffic areas result in frequent use and abuse of handrails and balustrades, making resistant materials vital to limit damage and repairs that result in disruptions to the regular flow of traffic.

A tailored approach – what our package includes

When choosing Lloyd Worrall for your handrail and balustrade solutions, you’re not only choosing high-quality, built-to-last products; you’re investing in a comprehensive design, specification, and installation package. From day one we provide clients with complete technical support, guiding them through each step of the process to create the perfect solution. Our trusted H&B team handle site visits and specification measurements, ensuring accurate data and providing complete visibility for quotations.

We know that seeing is believing, which is why throughout the specification process we create and provide custom, detailed schematic drawings for approval. This allows our clients to see how the result will look and make any adjustments where necessary. Flexibility is key; using our modular systems with bespoke designs, we adapt to the needs of each site for the best fit both practically and aesthetically. Right until the very end, we’ll be there, with our dedicated, qualified installers handling the final touches and installations to ensure the solution is fitted correctly and functions as intended.

Sector-specific solutions: customised for every environment

Commercial & Office Spaces

Sleek glass balustrades create a contemporary, sophisticated look while enhancing safety. For instance, at Frontier Park in Burnley, we installed Interspec glass balustrades with stainless steel handrails, designed for durability and aesthetic appeal. The system was installed on two sets of internal stairs, ensuring compliance with Approved Document M 2004, BS8300:2000, BS6180, and BS EN 1991. These systems provide an elegant, minimalist appearance while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Leisure & Public Spaces

High-traffic areas like the Kingsmead Leisure Centre in Kent require solutions that balance safety with durability. We supplied stainless steel and glass balustrades throughout the entrance, café area, and internal stairs, ensuring seamless integration with the centre’s design. Our Interspec stainless steel handrail system offers high flexibility, strength, and corrosion resistance, making it ideal for spaces exposed to frequent use and environmental factors.

Residential & Apartment Buildings

Handrails and balustrades in residential settings must combine safety with style. At Southbridge Kettering Apartments, we supplied robust balustrades and handrails for two high-traffic staircases. Using durable materials with an aesthetically cohesive design, we created a system that blends seamlessly with the building’s interior while ensuring safety and minimal maintenance requirements.

Healthcare & Care Homes

Accessibility is crucial in healthcare and care home environments. We supplied over 2,000m of timber and stainless-steel balustrades for St. Johns Care Trust’s care homes. The Interspec timber-stainless steel balustrade with an SS collision strip was chosen for its durability and ability to create a warm, welcoming environment.

NHS guidelines mandate handrails in key movement areas, such as corridors, specifying:

• Approved diameters for secure grip.
• Ergonomic, warm touch finishes for comfort.
• Compliance with weight-bearing standards to ensure stability and security.
• Avoidance of large square or rectangular cross-sections, as these can be difficult to grasp.

Our handrail solutions meet these specifications, providing safety, comfort, and accessibility for individuals with varying mobility needs. Whether in hospitals or care homes, our handrails help residents maintain independence while navigating safely.

Why Lloyd Worrall?

Choosing the right handrail and balustrade solutions is far more complex than just picking a product. It requires a deep understanding of the building’s requirements, such as end-user demographics, frequency of use, regulatory standards, interior design qualities, and much more. This is why selecting a supplier who understands these complexities and can tailor a specification to suit every unique requirement is so important.

At Lloyd Worrall, we are proud to have an extensive history of specifying and supplying handrails and balustrades to a range of sectors across healthcare, accommodation, commercial, and education that has developed us into the experienced professionals we are today. With our expert guidance, tailored solutions, and seamless installation, we ensure every project meets our consistently high standards of safety and style. You bring the vision; we’ll do the rest – get in touch to explore how we can transform your spaces with handrails and balustrades: handb@lloydworrall.co.uk