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2. Balcony - Wikipedia

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   A balcony (from Italian: balcone, "scaffold" [a]) is a platform projecting from the wall of a building, supported by columns or console brackets, and enclosed with a balustrade, usually above the ground floor. They are commonly found on multi-level houses, apartments and cruise ships.

3. Handrail - Wikipedia

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   A modern handrail made of metal. A handrail is a rail that is designed to be grasped by the hand so as to provide safety or support. [1] In Britain, handrails are referred to as banisters.

4. Baluster - Wikipedia

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   A group of balusters supporting a handrail, coping, or ornamental detail is known as a balustrade. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] The term baluster shaft is used to describe forms such as a candlestick, upright furniture support, and the stem of a brass chandelier.

5. What Is a Balustrade? 4 Things to Know About This ... - AOL

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   Learn what a staircase balustrade is, including the structural components that make it up and ways to personalize its design to your home. Learn what a staircase balustrade is, including the ...

6. Escalator - Wikipedia

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   The balustrade is composed of handrails, balustrade panels, and skirt panels. [28] The handrail provides a handhold for passengers while they are riding the escalator. The handrail is pulled along its own track by a chain that is connected to the main drive gear by a series of pulleys, keeping it at the same speed as the steps.

7. Stairs - Wikipedia

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   The balustrade is the system of railings and balusters that prevents people from falling over the edge. Banister, railing, or handrail: The angled member for handholding, as distinguished from the vertical balusters which hold it up for stairs that are open on one side.