Balustrading
Balustrading is decorative stonework to be used in many places around a building or landscape. From roof tops to portico tops or patio edges to garden steps. Our stone balustrading is a value-adding item enhancing the appearance of your property.
See our further information 
balustrading.pdf for help with ordering your balustrading.
Thorverton Stone Balustrading is made up of several pieces of cast stone. The baluster, or bottle, is the upright piece, which stands on the plinth stone underneath. The baluster is then topped with a coping stone to finish off. A pier, (square upright stone) will be required at given intervals for visual impact and strength, which will be topped by a pier cap. The pier cap design would usually match the coping stone design.
Height is often a factor when designing your balustrading, and extra height can be gained through placing a second plinth stone at the bottom, or varying the height of a single layer of plinth. We are also able to vary the height of some designs of coping stone, giving extra flexibility of design. If you are subject to the building regulations’ *“100mm sphere rule.” This will affect the position, type and number of balusters required.
*Please refer to the Building Regulations part K for a detailed guide to the 100mm sphere rule and the height restrictions. This can be found at www.planningportal.gov.uk
Choices of Balustrading
We have several designs of baluster, coping and plinth. Most designs can be put together so the choice is either a personal one or guided by the “100mm sphere rule.” See the further information balustrading.pdf sheet for more detail of Balustrading.
Your own design – we will happily try to replicate existing Balustrading that you may have, or make up a new design of your choice.
We also cater for slopes such as steps, and curves – even if the radius is not constant.
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Frequently asked questions about cast stone balustrading
What components make up cast stone balustrading?
Thorverton Stone’s cast stone balustrading comprises upright balusters, plinth stones, coping stones and supporting piers with pier caps. These components work together to create a traditional stone balustrade suitable for architectural and landscaping features.
Where can cast stone balustrading be installed?
Thorverton Stone’s cast stone balustrading can be used around patios, terraces, garden steps, portico tops and suitable roof-level areas. The design and installation must meet relevant building regulations where the balustrade is required to act as a protective barrier.
Can the height of cast stone balustrading be adjusted?
Yes. Thorverton Stone can adjust balustrade heights using different standard baluster designs, additional or varied plinth stones and suitable coping profiles. The spacing and number of balusters may also need to be adjusted to meet applicable building regulations, including requirements relating to openings between balusters.