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This property had chunky concrete balusters on these stairs going down to the swimming pool deck. These concrete balustrade required constant maintenance and upkeep. The client did a ton of research and decided on the timeless and classic look of Iron, but utilizing today’s aluminum alloy for corrosion free life span. The aluminum was forged…

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This year at the AD Show Compass Ironworks made a few changes to the presentation. We added a few new fencing pieces, as well as a few new railing samples, which gave clients and passersby a chance to see exactly what Compass can do. Contemporary, Neo-Classical, “Wrought”, and Custom seemed to really grab the attention…

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This client has just added another dimension to their home with these “Wrought Iron” pieces. They already have a one of a kind interior railing done with “Wrought” bar made from round material shaped into square. The same technique is used in these detail pieces to create an elegant and a one of a kind…

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At the Architectural Digest Show, Compass Ironworks will be showcasing great design, excellent craftsmanship, utilizing 97-100% recycled material and with a durable finish that withstands harsh elements at the shore, yet is 99.99% reclaimable and VOC free. Compass Iron Security will be providing attendees to see cutting edge technology in estate gate access control and automation.…

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A beautiful, flowing stair with grace, elegance and an old look and feel. The stair flows seamlessly, while the metal and wood combo gives more attention to detail, color contrast, and textures. Wood grain with a beautiful blackened metal finish give this client a stair to be remembered. All material was made of “wrought” metal,…

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This new safety fence, overlooking a 100 ft. shear cliff,  does not block the panoramic view of the NYC Skyline at the phenomenal site of the  Chit Chat Diner being built in West Orange. Scheduled to open this spring, this is the second Diner from the company and will be the talk of the town…

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On February 11, 12, and 13th, Landscape architects will convene at Harrah’s Waterfront Convention for the Annual NJASLA Convention. Three days packed with education and networking. Compass Ironworks will be providing expert education on Combating Degradation. The latest findings, methods and insiders tips on finishing metals, from classical paint techniques to contemporary bronze applications. Taking…

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An architect was designing an exceptional shore home and part of the design vision was these beautiful geometric grills, specified in solid bronze. Bronze is not an alloy that is easily welded. And because of the intricacy in design, to do mechanical fastening was virtually impossible. The other challenge was the install of these grills,…

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In the early 1900’s, a Dupont heir built an exquisite estate outside of Wilmington DE. The original couple had past away and for the last few decades their heirs left it maintain itself. There was original ironwork on the back of the property installed into flagstone. The holes in the flagstone were not round as…

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We celebrated another year and another great Client Dinner! This year we celebrated our 8th Annual Client Appreciation Dinner on June 16, 2017. It was a beautiful evening filled with demonstrations by the Compass team, the attendee’s ooooo’d and aaaaaa’d about the beautiful staircase in process. The power hammer got some accolades with it’s ability…

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