Polishing, Maintenance & Servicing – Long-Term Care for Balustrades & Handrails

At Bright Balustrading, we not only design, fabricate, and install premium architectural balustrades and handrails — we also support the ongoing performance, appearance, and safety of these systems through our specialised polishing, maintenance, and servicing programs.

These services are particularly valuable for projects incorporating stainless steel, brass, or high-finish detailing, and are recommended to maintain both aesthetic quality and functional compliance over time. Whether you require one-off polishing, a scheduled annual maintenance agreement, or component servicing, our expert team ensures your installed systems continue to meet the highest standards long after completion.

Onsite Polishing Services

We offer professional onsite polishing and finish restoration services for a wide range of architectural metal finishes:

• Stainless Steel – Mirror-polished or brushed
• Brass – Polished or brushed finish or chemically patinaed
• Aluminium – Powder Coat finishes
• Painted finished
• Mixed Finishes – Including integrated timber or glass components

Polishing can remove blemishes, surface corrosion, and restore luster, especially in high-touch or exposed areas such as handrails, staircases, building entries, and coastal installations.

Annual Maintenance & Cleaning Programs

To preserve compliance, durability, and appearance, we offer scheduled yearly maintenance and cleaning services, aligned with our Care & Maintenance Manuals provided during installation. These services include:

• Surface cleaning using approved, non-abrasive methods
• Removal of dirt, oxidation, salt, and pollution residue
• Reapplication of protective coatings or clear coats or stains or wax where required
• Assessment of material integrity in high-use or high-exposure locations
• Maintenance documentation for building managers, strata, or facility reports

These programs are ideal for strata-managed buildings, public access structures, retail centres, and commercial properties that require formalised upkeep of metalwork infrastructure.

Component Servicing & Replacement

As part of our maintenance offering, Bright Balustrading also provides a comprehensive inspection and servicing program to detect and replace worn or aged components that may affect safety or performance:

• Inspection of structural fixings, brackets, and joints
• Replacement of glazing rubbers, nylon isolators, or plastic grommets that prevent metal-to-glass or metal-to-metal contact
• Tightening or reinstallation of loose fixings
• Sealing or touch-up of protective coatings where required

This helps extend the life of balustrade and handrail systems while maintaining compliance with safety and durability standards.

Finish Options & Surface Care

We are experienced in restoring and maintaining a broad range of finish types including:

• Mirror-polished stainless steel
• Satin or brushed stainless steel
• Polished brass
• Brushed or patinated brass
• Powdercoated aluminium in Dulux colours
• Electrostatic painting
• Spray painting
• Anodised aluminium
• Custom finishes with lacquer, beeswax, or protective sealants

Each finish is treated in accordance with its material-specific maintenance requirements to ensure long-term performance and visual consistency.

Compliance & Standards

Our maintenance and servicing work is carried out in alignment with the same Australian Standards and NCC provisions that govern installation:

• NCC/BCA 2022 – Maintenance of compliant balustrade and handrail structures
• AS/NZS 1170.0, 1170.1, 1170.2 – Structural Design Actions (ensuring ongoing load compliance)
• AS1428.1:2021 – Accessibility requirements (maintenance of DDA-compliant handrails)
• AS/NZS 2312.2 – Durability and coating maintenance for metal finishes
• AS1288:2021 – For maintenance of glazing components within balustrade systems

All inspection and servicing reports can be documented for strata compliance, fire safety certification, or asset management records.

Performance & Peace of Mind

Bright Balustrading’s polishing, maintenance, and servicing programs are designed to:

• Preserve aesthetics and finish integrity
• Ensure structural compliance and user safety
• Prolong the service life of architectural metalwork
• Reduce long-term repair costs through preventative maintenance
• Support building managers and strata committees with formalised care schedules

Whether you’re managing a coastal apartment complex, a high-traffic commercial entry, or a bespoke feature staircase, our maintenance and servicing solutions ensure your architectural metalwork continues to perform — safely, beautifully, and compliantly — for years to come.