Iron Age Designs

When you're designing outdoor spaces that need to be both functional and visually appealing, every detail matters. Our Argo pattern transforms trench grates from a typically utilitarian product into an artistic focal point. Available in a variety of trench and tree grate sizes, all made in the USA.

The Que combines the clean, simple lines of a traditional slotted grate with the surface interest and refinement inherent in all our cast metal designs. This heel-proof tree grate is shown in newly installed raw cast iron. Made in the USA.

Our Proto planter fence/tree guard combines a clean, streamlined look with dimensional flexibility. Cast iron posts are connected with adjustable-length steel square bar, offering a durable, versatile choice for protecting planting areas and preserving the health of urban trees.

Our popular Rain pattern is just one of Iron Age's unique, artfully designed tree grates. These decorative grates not only help give public spaces a distinct sense of place, they offer adaptable, low-maintenance protection in a wide variety of sizes, patterns, materials, and finishes. Made in the USA...

We've designed the Madras with staggered spacing and slight variations in surface depth, creating a unique, eye-catching take on your typical linear grate. Shown here in cast iron with our baked-on-oil finish. Also available as a trench grate.

Combining grate panels allows for the design of large arrays in an infinite variety of sizes and layouts. We aim to offer you creative flexibility, making it easier to place and protect more trees in ADA-compliant spaces. The layout shown in this photo is our Rain 4' x 4' Heel Proof Tree Grates,...

Turn something functional into a visual design statement with Iron Age's decorative manhole covers. Cast metal construction allows for sculptural interest along with a lifetime of durability. All of our manhole covers are proudly designed and manufactured in the USA.

The cylindrical look of a typical bollard has been re-imagined. Overlapping loops not only provide sculptural interest, they also allow the Spak to double as a bike rack.

We paired the classic fleur-de-lis emblem with our elegant Flower Grid pattern to create Creole, an ornamental grate that adds a sophisticated flourish to any hardscape. This cast metal grate is engineered to fit NDS® 1200 Series catch basins.

Iron Age can create custom cast trench grates in any design, on any radius you specify. Visit the "Radius Considerations" section at IRONAGEGRATES.COM to see if we already have an existing pattern that will work for you. If not, contact us and we will provide a quote for custom radius trench...

Iron Age's artfully designed planter fences are a versatile choice for protecting planting areas. By preventing soil compaction, they can also play an important role in stormwater management. Available with a variety of mounting and finish options and priced in 12" increments. Made in the USA...

We have designed a system with a cast iron curb inlet that interfaces with our standard steel trench frames. The frames cut across the sidewalk, and our decorative grates cover the open tunnel where water flows from the street into a bioswale on the other side. The cast iron curb inlet provides a nicely...

Iron Age partners with architects, designers, artists, and municipalities to create custom castings in iron, bronze, and aluminum. Whether the project is big or small, we have the expertise, creativity and design know-how to create a one-of-a-kind solution. Made in the USA from recycled/recyclable materials.

Made from cast metal panels, our new planter box system can be combined in a wide variety of rectilinear configurations, or arrayed to your specified radius. We offer a standard selection of patterns and panel sizes, but customizing either is simple and cost-effective. Seating and finish options are...

Bollards are needed to control foot/car traffic and to protect people/structures from harm. Our decorative options will enhance, rather than detract from your hardscape design. Some also double as bike racks. Made in the USA from recycled/recyclable materials.

Iron Age unique seating options include everything from the only bench on the market made entirely from cast iron to a mix and match fabricated metal collection, to a swing arm stool that can be used individually or in sets.

Our classic Interlaken pattern transforms these plates from utilitarian to something more refined. Maintenance-free and durable, they not only meet the national standard for ADA, they are the only cast iron plates also compliant with CA Bldg Code/Title-24.

The beautiful patterns and sculptural relief of our cast metal skimmer lids will enhance your pool design efforts and complement the surrounding surfaces. Made in the USA from recycled/recyclable materials.

Typical architectural registers are fabricated metal, which means they are cut/welded from a flat plate or sheet, with no surface interest. Our register covers are cast metal. Casting allows us to create a three-dimensional, sculptural piece that is not otherwise possible to achieve. Made in the USA...

Inspired by the lovely shape of the Star Anise spice, our new Anise pattern transforms typically boring drainage grates into something infinitely more appealing.

Iron Age's artfully designed castings elevate drainage from functional necessity to decorative focal point. Made in the USA from recycled cast iron, our grates are engineered to fit today's most widely used drain bodies.

This Minnione tree grate array is modular in 2 foot increments, and can create enlarged areas for trees and root development in pedestrian areas.

Staggered rows of concentric circles give our Spin tree grate a modern look with a subtle sense of movement, ideal for today's contemporary outdoor spaces. Made in the USA from recycled/recyclable cast metal.

Interlaken planter fence - decorative cast planter fences are a versatile solution to protect landscaped areas and enhance seat walls in urban environments.

The Ozio Bench has cast aluminum ends and ipe wood slats. Available in 4' or 6' lengths, with a back or backless. The ends can be powdercoated in a range of colors.

Upgrading to decorative metal grating is easy and cost effective with Iron Age. Many of our trench grates are engineered to fit the most widely used drain bodies on the market today, such as ABT®, ACO®, MEA®, NDS®, and Zurn®. Visit the "Filter Products" section on our website...

The streamlined design of our Rain Trench Grate is heel proof with 1/4" maximum openings. This pattern is offered in a variety of sizes engineered to fit industry standard drain bodies. Raw cast iron is the standard, but other materials and finishes - such as the cast aluminum grates shown here -...

Available as a 5" x 20" trench grate specifically designed to fit three popular drain channels from major manufacturers, Niko grates are ADA compliant and can be ordered in a variety of materials and finishes depending on the application.

Trench, catch basin and tree grates available in a wide variety of sizes, many designed to fit industry standard drain bodies. Made in the USA from recycled cast iron, bronze or aluminum. Powder coat and Baked-On-Oil finish options available.

With concentric circles in the center radiating outward to increasingly squared-off versions of themselves, our Divisadero pattern is a modernist take on a traditional design. Grate shown is a 24" Sq. that can be used as a catch basin grate or arrayed as trench grates. Divisadero planter box and...

The Plex pattern is a unique offering for those who prefer a more rectilinear design aesthetic. The 5" wide grate is designed to fit three different industry standard drain bodies. All Iron Age grates are ADA compliant, with 1/2" maximum openings. Shown in cast iron with Baked-On-Oil Finish...

Introducing Newell, the latest addition to our unique line of planter fences. The design of the durable, cast iron posts give it a traditional appeal, while the adjustable length steel bar offers dimensional flexibility. You won't find a more versatile choice for protecting your planting areas.

Available in adjustable lengths with a variety of mounting options, our artfully designed cast iron planter fences are a versatile choice for protecting planting areas in urban settings. Made in the USA from recycled cast iron with powder coat finish.

The muscular appeal of a railroad spike inspired the design of Iron Age's Tak Bollard, creating an out-of-the-ordinary look that's sure to make a statement. Cast aluminum with powder coat finish. Also available in round top design.

Traditional styling, featuring a slightly rounded cap and fluted center, makes the removable Main Street bollard an instant streetscape classic. Upper and lower chain link barriers can be added for extra security or pedestrian traffic control.

Our catch basin grates are engineered to fit the most widely used drain bodies on the market today. Visit the "Filter Products" section at IRONAGEGRATES.COM, chose the manufacturer and drain body you are using, and you'll be able to quickly and easily see exactly which of our grates will...

The sleek look of our Needle Bollard complements any modern city streetscape. Made from cast aluminum, the Needle Bollard also doubles as a bike rack.

Iron Age's unique, artfully designed tree grates and guards not only help give public spaces a distinct sense of place, they offer adaptable, low-maintenance protection in a wide variety of sizes, patterns, materials and finishes. Made in the USA from recycled/recyclable materials.