Custom Metalwork in Burlington, VT

Champlain Metals designs and fabricates custom structural and ornamental metalwork in Burlington, Vermont. Founded by John Marius, the shop makes railings, stair components, gates, furniture and architectural features for projects in the Champlain Valley and beyond.

John carries on an old-world passion for detail, rooted in traditions learned while working in the New York metropolitan area and the Champagne and Alsatian regions of France. Established in Burlington in 2004.

Call (802) 363-6094 or send a note to discuss your project.

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Metalwork Made for Your Project

Six kinds of work John takes on. Open any one to see how it is made, then browse completed examples in the gallery.

Horizontal-rod guardrail along a long wood deck beside a house in autumn

Railings and Handrails

Custom handrails and railing components, including forged cap rails, curved iron handrails and tube-steel work.

Explore Railings

Open-riser staircase with black metal balusters, wood treads and a wood handrail

Stairs and Stair Components

Stair stringers, handrails and outdoor stair projects, coordinated with the drawings and dimensions of your space.

Explore Stairs

Curved forged metal rail beside stone steps at a house entry

Forged Architectural Details

Forged bronze awning brackets, cap rails and decorative architectural components will elevate any entrance.

Explore Forged Work

Wrought iron onion gate with curving bars and scrolled finials against a white wall

Gates and Garden Metalwork

Custom gates, arbors and sculptural garden pieces for both indoor and outdoor settings. Come take a closer look at John’s recent creations.

Explore Gates

Set of forged metal end tables with round tops on tapered legs

Custom Furniture and Sculpture

Individual furniture pieces and sculptural work, from table bases and side tables to chairs.

Explore Furniture

Blackened stainless steel range hood in a kitchen with white cabinets and a stone backsplash

Kitchen Hoods and Fireplace Metalwork

Kitchen hoods, fireplace screens and doors, and other decorative features for interior spaces.

Explore Hoods and Fireplaces

From the Workshop to the Finished Space

A selection of recent work: forged and fabricated railings, furniture, finials, gates and one-of-a-kind pieces.

Hand-formed repoussé metal fish hanging from a scrolled metal bracket

Repoussé fish

Repoussé fish on a scrolled metal bracket

Forged black metal Roman throne with curved legs and a wood slat seat and arms

Forged Roman throne

Forged Roman throne with a wood slat seat

Bronze flag finial

Bronze flag finial with a star cutout

Black metal zigzag balusters with a light wood cap rail on an interior stair landing

Zigzag baluster railing

Black zigzag baluster railing with a wood cap rail

Forged metal Windsor rocking chair with a tractor seat

Forged Windsor rocker

Forged Windsor rocker with a tractor seat

Stained glass dome

Stained glass dome set in a metal frame

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Forged handrail bracket parts laid out on a full-size drawing in the shop

Meet John Marius

John Marius established Champlain Metals in Burlington, Vermont in 2004. His work draws on metalworking experience in the New York metropolitan area and the Champagne and Alsatian regions of France, and on an interest in making useful objects with individual character.

Public project credits include metalwork for Lawrence Ribbecke’s Wave Window and metal fittings and accessories for TruexCullins’ Ice Ark.

About John

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about commissioning custom metalwork from Champlain Metals in Burlington, Vermont.

Where is Champlain Metals located?

Champlain Metals is a custom metalwork shop in Burlington, Vermont. John Marius established the shop in 2004 and works with clients in the Champlain Valley and beyond.

What kinds of metalwork does Champlain Metals make?

Champlain Metals makes custom railings and handrails, stairs and stair components, forged architectural details, gates and garden metalwork, furniture and sculpture, and kitchen hoods and fireplace features.

Who is John Marius?

John Marius is the metalworker and founder of Champlain Metals. His approach draws on metalworking experience in the New York metropolitan area and the Champagne and Alsatian regions of France.

How do I start a custom metalwork project?

Call (802) 363-6094 or use the project form on the contact page. Include a short description, the project location, and any photographs, approximate measurements or drawings you already have.

Can I send architectural drawings or plans?

Yes. Send drawings or plans with the project details, and John will review them with you.

How much does custom metalwork cost, and how long does it take?

Price and schedule depend on the project. Contact John with the scope and your desired timing to discuss an estimate.

Does Champlain Metals make custom furniture?

Yes. Champlain Metals makes individual furniture pieces, including table bases, side tables and chairs. Contact John about a commission or the availability of a particular piece.

Has Champlain Metals worked with architects?

Yes. Public project credits include metalwork for Lawrence Ribbecke’s Wave Window and metal fittings and accessories for TruexCullins’ Ice Ark. Contact John to discuss a collaboration.