Stainless Steel Handrail Brackets - 316 Marine Grade

Stainless steel handrail brackets for wall-mounted handrails. Available in 316 marine grade (satin and mirror) for external use, and 304 satin for interior installs. Standard 76mm wall-to-centre offset gives the regulatory minimum 45mm grip clearance from the wall. Cover plates included to hide fixings, saddle versions for 42.4mm and 48.3mm tube.

Coverage in this range: 304 Satin (4 variants), 316 Mirror (2 variants), 316 Satin (2 variants). All products supplied by Brundle - the UK's leading Pro-Railing supplier - and dispatched from UK stock.

What These Components Are

Handrail brackets fix wall-mounted handrails to walls along stairs and corridors. The standard 76mm wall offset gives the minimum 45mm grip clearance required by Building Regulations Approved Document M and BS 6180. Saddle brackets are pre-shaped to fit 42.4mm or 48.3mm round tube and lock into place with grub screws or welding.

Finishes Explained

316 Mirror - the premium architectural finish. Marine-grade 316 stainless polished to a high reflective mirror finish. The choice for showcase residential, hotels, retail and feature installs where appearance matters as much as durability.

316 Satin - the trade standard for external and marine work. Marine-grade 316 stainless with a brushed satin finish - hides fingerprints, water spots and minor scratches. The default choice for balconies, terraces, swimming pools, coastal homes and commercial work.

304 Satin - the indoor/dry-environment option. Standard 304 grade stainless in satin finish - lower cost than 316, perfectly suited to interior staircases, dry-environment installs and budget-focused projects. Not recommended for outdoor or coastal use.

Specification & Standards

All stainless steel components are manufactured to BS EN 10088 stainless steel standards. 316 grade contains 16-18% chromium, 10-14% nickel and 2-3% molybdenum (the molybdenum is what gives 316 its marine-grade chloride resistance). 304 grade contains 18-20% chromium and 8-10.5% nickel. Tube and section dimensions to standard UK railing dimensions (42.4mm or 48.3mm OD round tube, 40×40mm square, 40×30mm or 60×30mm channel for glass-top systems).

Sample Sizes & Pricing

All prices include VAT. See full variant list below.

Compatibility

All components in this range are part of the Brundle Pro-Railing system - the UK's most widely-specified stainless steel balustrade system. Components are fully compatible with each other across finishes and component types - you can mix mirror posts with satin clamps if you want a feature contrast, or specify a single finish throughout. Glass clamps, joiners, brackets and end caps are sized to 42.4mm or 48.3mm round tube - check your tube diameter before ordering fittings.

Bulk & Trade Orders

For trade orders, full balustrade specifications or multi-component fit-outs (balconies, staircases, swimming pool surrounds), contact us for a project quote - trade pricing is available on volume orders. We can supply matched component schedules cross-checked against your drawings.

Delivery Information

Lead times are 3-5 working days to mainland UK addresses. Items dispatched by courier or pallet depending on quantity. Shipping is £15 flat rate or free over £200 ex VAT.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does '76mm wall offset' mean?
76mm is the distance from the wall face to the centre of the handrail tube. UK Building Regulations Approved Document M and BS 6180 require a minimum 45mm clear grip space between the handrail and the wall, so users can fully wrap their hand around. A 76mm offset gives ~50mm clearance after allowing for the 42.4mm tube radius - comfortably meeting the regulation. Don't reduce this without checking compliance.

How many brackets do I need per handrail run?
Typical spacing is 1.2-1.5m between brackets, with brackets always within 100mm of each end of the rail. So for a 3m handrail you'd use 3 brackets (one at each end, one in middle). For a 5m run, 4-5 brackets. Closer spacing for heavier users or commercial use. Always specify enough brackets - undersupplied brackets are the most common cause of handrail failure in installation.

What's the difference between 316 and 304 stainless steel?
316 stainless contains molybdenum which gives it superior corrosion resistance against chlorides (salt, swimming pool water, marine air, de-icing salts). 304 stainless is the standard interior-grade - cheaper, perfectly fine for dry indoor use, but will eventually pit and stain in coastal or pool environments. For external use, marine applications, swimming pools, balconies and any salt-exposed location - always specify 316. For indoor stairs, dry environments and budget projects, 304 is the right choice.

Satin or mirror finish - what's the difference?
Both 316 satin and 316 mirror are the same grade of marine stainless steel - the difference is the surface finish only. Satin is a brushed/lined finish that hides fingerprints, scratches and water spotting - it's the standard architectural choice. Mirror is a high-polish reflective finish - more decorative, premium-looking, but shows every fingerprint, water mark and scratch. Pick mirror for showcase installs (luxury homes, hotels, retail), satin for everyday commercial and residential use.

What's the delivery lead time?
Lead times are 3-5 working days for stainless steel handrail components to mainland UK addresses. Items are dispatched by courier or pallet depending on quantity. Shipping is £15 flat rate or free over £200 ex VAT.