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Parallel stainless wires running between square or round stainless posts. The classic specification, used on the majority of staircase and terrace projects. Number of wires to suit your project or specification.
4mm 316-grade marine stainless wire, supplied pre-cut to your run length with built-in tensioning allowance.
42.4mm or 48.3mm round AISI304 or AISI316-grade posts, pre-drilled at 100mm centres for wire fixings.
Designed to pass through intermediate posts, the system has an adjustable rigging srew at one end to take up the slack.
Our most popular modular wire systems come complete with a 42.4mm or 48.3mm handrail.
Heavy-duty stainless steel base plates suitable for concrete, timber or steel substrates.
An interactive tool to design your horizontal wire balustrade. Choose post style, finish, and run length, and receive a fully-specced PDF quote same day.
Used by self-builders, architects and main contractors who want to firm up the spec before talking to our team.
Each of the systems below is a complete product on its own — designed for a specific application, with its own spec, install method and price band. Pick the one that fits your project.
4mm · 100mm centres · post-mounted
Parallel stainless wires running between round stainless posts. The classic specification is used on the majority of staircase and terrace projects. Number of wires to suit your project or specification.
4MM · 100MM CENTRES · TOP & BOTTOM RAIL
Vertical stainless wire infill between top and bottom rails. A clean, contemporary alternative to horizontal wire, suited to projects where a vertical line is preferred.
4mm · side-fixed · stair stringers
Stainless wire fixed directly to the wall or stair stringer, with no posts in front of the run. Slimmest visual profile of the four systems and a great retrofit option.
4mm · diy-friendly · Made to Measure
Easy to cut to length, pre-tensioned stainless wire kits for self-builders fitting their own balustrade. Includes wire, tensioners, posts and full installation guide. Quick despatch.
Our Horizontal Wire Modular system combines premium stainless steel with precision tensioned wire rope infill and is designed for strength, durability and long-term performance. Every component is produced to the same high standards as the rest of our balustrade range, ensuring a consistent, high-quality finish across every project.
For further system information please visit our knowledge hub.
One of SWR’s most ambitious installations to date.
Many staircase and terrace projects use Horizontal Wire — the classic spec. Self-Assembly Kits are the route for self-builders fitting their own balustrade with timber or stainless steel posts. If you’re not sure which one fits, send us a sketch and we’ll tell you straight.
Yes, our horizontal wire balustrade systems are manufactured in both AISI304 and AISI316. For marine and coastal applications we recommend AISI316.
Horizontal wire systems tend to be between 10%-30% cheaper than glass systems. However, there are so many nuances with each project that it is best to talk to one of our advisers.
Yes, we offer both a supply-only and installation service across the UK. Our supply only includes a pre-fabrication option for easy self-installation.
Send us a sketch, a photo of your staircase, or a set of architect’s drawings. You’ll have a detailed wire balustrade quote within one working day.
