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The New Chit Chat Diner in West Orange utilized design creativity to meet railing code requirements and enhance the visual experience. The building facade is masonry and has the timeless feel of beautiful and traditional architecture. The railings were desired to be Iron, they instead utilized aircraft grade aluminum with 100% recycled content. A powder coat was applied with a 99.99% reclaimable, environmentally conscious finish that really makes it indistinguishable from Iron. They really did their due diligence for a zero maintenance railing.

The massive pickets were turned on the diamond just like Ironwork that would have been created 100 years ago. Custom forged aluminum cap-rail was used everywhere for character and authenticity.

And with all the bronze statuary in the landscape, the owners of the diner did a great job in tying it all together. Beautiful building, epic views of the NYC skyline and awesome food!

If you are up in northern New Jersey and are craving some good food, be sure to check out the Chit Chat Diner!

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Thanks to the Compass team. The original work that was done 12 years ago still looks great. Unfortunately, we had to remove the railings to install new pillars this year due to weather related issues with the stones. Compass removed the rails and reinstalled them after the repairs were done. All looks beautiful again.

Thomas Zentz

We were thrilled to work with Compass again on our back porch project! The end result is gorgeous and the process was seem less. In a time characterized by delays, labor shortages and supply chain issues, Compass exceeded our expectations by providing a beautiful product and outstanding service in a timely manner. We look forward to working with Compass again in the future on all our metalwork needs.

Thank you so much again for your help!

Gina Bevan

Compass was very flexible when we changed our design. Quality was so wonderful, and unexpected.
We would never go to anyone else.

Amy Stone

Amos, your team exceeded extremely high expectations. The stairs are the heart and soul of the house, and as the main focal point are a treasure to the owners and architect. Every visit is followed by “come see the stairs”. I know how challenging it was to build and install this masterpiece, having worked as a builder for 50 plus years, and admire how your crew stayed positive and focused throughout. I can’t wait for the next one!

Custom Home Builder~ Northern VA
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