--- title: Portico and Balustrade date: 2023-04-05T11:28:00+01:00 author: "jamie@weareabstrakt.com" canonical_url: "https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/portico-and-balustrade" section: Products --- # Portico and Balustrade Cast Stone Portico and Balustrade - [](https://www.instagram.com/vobsterarchitectural/) - [](https://www.pinterest.co.uk/vobsterarchitectural/) - [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/vobster-architectural) ## **What are cast stone porticos?** Sometimes also called a porch, a cast stone portico is a decorative cast stone surround used to create a grand entrance, particularly for residential developments. A portico can instantly add sophistication and grandeur to a project. The portico has origins which can be traced back to Ancient Greece and later resurging in popularity during the Georgian period, ultimately making it a popular choice for Georgian, Neo-Georgian and Georgian revival style projects or projects where the site resides in an area with Georgian heritage. [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Dollis Avenue 4]() ## **What are cast stone balustrades?** Of similar grandiose, a cast stone balustrade can be used to create a striking stairway, balcony or border for a courtyard or patio area, adding style and architectural flair to interior and exterior designs. Typically made up of a series of balusters or pillars topped by a rail, balustrades are also commonly found in classical forms of architecture. Primarily used to provide a decorative architectural feature, balustrades also provide the practical function of a handrail. Suited to a variety of projects including residential developments, hotels and shopping centres, balustrades can be manufactured to individual design requirements. [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Z1 A2333 Large]() ## **Key Features /** Benefits - Can be manufactured to bespoke project design requirements - High-quality, durable and subject to strict quality checks - Available in a range of sizes, profiles and styles - Cost-effective solution to produce intricate designs on a large scale - Available in a range of colours and finishes Our technical team can provide expert advice for stonework and fixing design. [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Cowes Parade Landing Isle Of Wight 01]() ## **Cast Stone Portico and Balustrade** / Project Gallery [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![IMG 0326](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18883/IMG_0326_99c5003b95665eb00da5f706fbf77367.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![DSC03799](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18891/DSC03799_58b0ef9f1e965f7fea67fbb5cc448a0f.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![DSCF0017](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18892/DSCF0017_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![102 0573](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18885/102_0573_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Dollis Avenue 6](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18890/Dollis-Avenue-6_7c0f153b0e282c7be942c602c4969754.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Dollis Avenue 4](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18889/Dollis-Avenue-4_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![Cowes Parade Landing Isle Of Wight 01](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18888/Cowes-Parade-Landing-Isle-Of-Wight-01_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![IMG 1547](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18884/IMG_1547_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![102 0583](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18886/102_0583_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) [![Pin it](/dist/img/icons/pinit.svg)Pin on Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/ "Pinterest Share")![BBC14](/imager/generic/portico-and-balustrade/18887/BBC14_467db0da922213850caed8e177f94c1e.jpg) 1/ 10 ## **Colours** and **finishes** to suit any **project** 1/ 12 ![Bathstone](/imager/generic/swatches/11344/Bathstone_2020-11-19-140725_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Bathstone ![Bathstone Medium Etch](/imager/generic/swatches/11345/Bathstone-Medium-Etch_2020-11-19-140736_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Bathstone Medium Etch ![Bathstone Deep Etch](/imager/generic/swatches/11310/Bathstone-Deep-Etch_2020-11-19-111603_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Bathstone Deep Etch ![Portland](/imager/generic/swatches/11327/Portland_2020-11-19-111707_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Portland ![Portland Medium Etch](/imager/generic/swatches/11346/Portland-Medium-Etch_2020-11-19-140748_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Portland Medium Etch ![Portland Deep Etch](/imager/generic/swatches/11347/Portland-Deep-Etch_2020-11-19-140758_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Portland Deep Etch ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Mendip-Grey](/imager/generic/swatches/269/Vob-Semi-Dry-Mendip-Grey_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Mendip Grey ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Slate-Grey](/imager/generic/swatches/272/Vob-Semi-Dry-Slate-Grey_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Slate Grey ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Costwold](/imager/generic/swatches/266/Vob-Semi-Dry-Costwold_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Cotswold ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Yorkstone-3](/imager/generic/swatches/273/Vob-Semi-Dry-Yorkstone-3_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Yorkstone ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Forest-Green](/imager/generic/swatches/267/Vob-Semi-Dry-Forest-Green_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Forest Green ![Vob-Semi-Dry-Shaldon-Red](/imager/generic/swatches/271/Vob-Semi-Dry-Shaldon-Red_49d27cdfdbf20ed99d7e949f71268a9d.jpg)Shaldon Red Cast stone is made from natural aggregates that may vary in colour. To see a true likeness of colour, please [contact us](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/contact) to order a sample. ## **Technical /** Documentation ![IMG 0403]() To support you in the early stages of designing your project, we have a range of standard details and technical fixings guides, as well as some other useful documents regarding cleaning, maintenance and material specifications. [Technical Downloads](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/technical-downloads) ## Related Products [### Window Surrounds](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/window-surrounds) [### Plinths and Ashlar](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/plinths-and-ashlar) [### Quoins](https://www.vobsterarchitectural.co.uk/products/quoins) We'd love to hear from you To request a sample or simply to speak to a member of our team, contact our office and they will be happy to support you and answer any questions. 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