How much do handrails cost?
Handrails and balustrades in Australia typically cost $150–$550 per linear metre installed, with a simple timber stair rail from around $400 and glass balustrade runs into the thousands.
Typical price band
$2,000typical
$400 low$10,000 high
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Real-world examples
Timber stair handrail$400 – $1,100
Stainless steel balustrade$1,800 – $4,500
Glass balustrade$5,000 – $11,000
What affects the price
— Material. Timber is cheapest per metre; stainless steel mid-range; frameless glass the most expensive.
— Length & layout. Total metres drive the price, and corners, stairs and raked sections add fabrication time.
— Fixing surface. Bolting to timber is simple; core-drilling concrete or fixing through tiles takes longer.
— Compliance requirements. Rails guarding falls of 1 metre or more must meet code heights, gaps and load ratings.
— Custom fabrication. Curved rails, custom powder-coat colours and non-standard glass panels are made to order.
Tips before you post
— Any deck or balcony edge a metre or more above ground legally needs a compliant balustrade — not just a decorative rail.
— Stainless wire balustrade needs periodic re-tensioning; tube or glass is lower maintenance.
— Ask for the glass thickness and certification in writing on glass balustrade quotes.
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