How to Measure Your Staircase or Balcony for a Handrail Quote

The fastest way to get an accurate handrail price is to send good measurements and photos. You don't need special tools — just a tape measure and your phone. Here's exactly what to do.

What you need

• A tape measure (5m or longer)
• A phone camera
• Paper to sketch the layout

Measuring a staircase

1. Count the steps in each flight.
2. Measure along the slope of each flight — from the edge of the bottom step to the edge of the top step, following where the handrail will run.
3. Measure the landing sections separately.
4. Measure the upstairs balustrade around the void or landing, if you need it.
5. Note whether you want railing on one side or both sides, and if one side is a wall.

Measuring a balcony

1. Measure the length of each side of the balcony edge.
2. Note any curves — measure the straight distance and take photos from above.
3. Measure the height of any existing parapet wall or kerb.
4. Count how many balconies have the same size (useful for estates).

Photos to send

• Staircase from the bottom looking up
• Staircase from the top looking down
• Close-up of the side of the stairs (stringer) and the floor edge
• Each balcony from inside and, if possible, from outside
• A picture of the design you like — from our gallery or anywhere

Tell us your preferences

• Glass or rods? (see glass railing options)
• Finish: silver, black or gold?
• Glass colour: clear, black, grey or frosted? (see glass colour guide)
• Your location — and whether you are near the sea

Send it over

WhatsApp your measurements, photos and preferences to 0703 709 8349. We'll reply with a clear quote. To understand the numbers, read what affects handrail prices in Nigeria.