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These visually stunning stairs were created for an exceptional property in Ocean City. The client wanted “stairs that are unlike anything else in the world.” The center stringer was 8” round, with ½” thick wall pipe that had to radius to the extreme challenge of a 4 ft. plan view radius. We needed the strength to be able to suspend from floor to floor, but that same strength created difficult challenges in implementing the radius. This was done in steel; the treads and risers were steel as well, then the whole unit was hot-dip galvanized and powder-coated a contemporary silver. Our special powder-coating process has been tested and proven to last far longer than the most challenging specifications, so these stairs will stand up to the harsh ocean weathering for many more decades than is typical.

This project was a challenge like no other, particularly with the difficult radii on the round bar and the horizontal rod with the sweeping transition everywhere. Creating all the smooth transitions horizontally and vertically with the correct radii and space in a visually pleasing way was quite a difficult feat that we were all pleased with.

The final challenge was the installation, as we couldn’t crane through the roof and had to spend 3 extra days of work with a special carrier. The work was all worth it. In the sea of featureless plastic railing that is ubiquitous at Ocean City, these extraordinary stairs help this dazzling home to truly stand out.

Elevate your space with a high-quality, custom helical stair. Contact our team to get started. 

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We love our front porch railings! They certainly add a lot of beauty to our home and they fit the period of our home. When elderly guests come to visit, it’s always good that they have something strong to hold onto, and they fit perfectly what we were looking for. Thanks to everyone on your team for their artistic work. We are very happy with our final products!

Indiana Cleint

Compass delivered absolutely amazing, high quality product. They are true masters.  I am also pleased with their timely communication and guidance, as we worked through the design and transaction process. 

I would definitely recommend them and work with them again.

Wisconsin Client

What an excellent experience we had with Compass Ironworks!! We have spent four years restoring and remodeling a Pre-Civil War home in North Alabama. We have learned a lot through the process and made more than a few mistakes. But choosing Compass Ironworks was not one of those. From the very first interaction, Amos and his team have been a pleasure to work with. Old homes are quirky! No right angles. No two measurements are precisely the same. So using a company in Pennsylvania was a risk. And we are SO GLAD we took that risk! Absolutely flawless!! The designs, the collaboration, the execution, the QUALITY, the timeline and the finished product were all first class!!! We will absolutely choose Compass again for our next project and recommend them to anyone who asks.

Alabama Designer

The railing is installed and is beautiful … a work of art, to be sure!

My expectations were high and certainly met. I was able to visit the shop and see the railing in progress. It was a thrill to see it then, and very exciting when it arrived at my home.

I have already recommended you to others!

Massachusetts Client
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