Decorative Metal Information

Decorative metal, also known as ornamental metal, includes fabricated, formed, forged and cast metal items of a decorative nature. These include metal stairs, railings, castings, balusters, baluster bases, posts, post caps, post sleeves, cap rails, end caps, infill panels, brackets, flanges, elbows, fittings, connectors, discs and plates, anchors, fastenings and shop-applied coatings. Decorative metal items can be made of wrought iron, muntz (yellow) metal, steel, aluminum, yellow brass or silicon bronze.

Note: Decorative metal under this classification should not be confused with artistic works used for interior or exterior decoration, such as wall hangings (12 12 26) and sculptures (12 14 00) classified under Division 12 Furnishings.