Heathen Steel

07/09/2025

The art of noise !

07/09/2025

Coming to the end of 2025. I have a few time slots available for projects concluding in 2026.
For all your metal work creations, Terraces ,Staircases, Bridges , Pergolas , Balustrades , Mezzanines , security ,Gates (manual or automated) Room partitions , Balconies, metal art/sculpture.
Available for full installation, partial Installation, kit form or Collaboration.
Browse my Face book page to see the full variety and scope of projects undertaken.
42 years experience, established 16 years in France.

À l'approche de la fin de l'année 2025. Quelques créneaux horaires sont disponibles pour des projets se terminant en 2026.
Pour toutes vos réalisations en métal : terrasses, escaliers, passerelles, pergolas, garde-corps, mezzanines, portails (manuels ou automatisés), cloisons, balcons, sculptures métalliques, etc.
Installation complète, installation partielle, kit ou collaboration.
Consultez ma page Facebook pour découvrir la diversité et l'étendue des projets réalisés.
42 ans d'expérience, dont 16 ans en France
[email protected]
Tel:0565655419
Siret : 51353647400028

07/09/2025

Before and After . Was it worth the cost ?

Looking back over 16 years, I see how my projects have impacted clients living style and home dynamics.
This can be a large outlay but the benefits can also be enormous, I have attached just a few projects which I consider to be the ideal .
Part of my service is giving unbiased advice, I have often talked myself out of a commission but always for good reason or best practise for the client.

Photos with brief description, some before and after shots.

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0565655419

30/08/2025

Automated gates the new standard design ? .
Commissioning new gates can be expensive , in the simplest form an easy project to deliver . But in an ever changing world with new technology,thought should be given to adaptation for automation .
Too often I'm called to adapt gates to take auto opening systems ,sometimes this requires altering the gates old and new ! Support post challenges can make auto opening unviable.

Electric gate opening systems must be positioned and mounted correctly to be durable ,reliable,silent and work smoothly .
You have a very precise mounting area , which is defined by position of gate hinges, width of post and gate length.
Bad locating can cause damage or premature failure !.

Even a simple electric gate system requires electricity, control box, motor system /systems. detectors and Belisha beacon site (fr).
I fabricate bespoke gates and posts designed specifically for electric gate openers/ entry systems . Substantially different from normal gate units.
1 Gates and posts designed and fabricated with the correct support structure and dimensions.
2 Built in access panels , to allow easy installation and maintenance
3 Fabricated steel locating plates and protective shields for infra red detectors.
4 Detachable top plate and fixings for Belisha beacons (fr)
5 Accurate gate hinge location on posts (for best swing radius without obstruction)
6 Fabricated steel motor mounting plates for precise motor location
7 Threaded fixing points/ mounting plates for keypad entry system
8 Glands and internal routes for all electrics.
9 Control panel fixing plates gland entries and routing access points.

These units come complete,made to measure and ready to fit.
Single gate /double gates / combination gates .(post box /pedestrian gates )
Full or half height gates available.
Preferred system SCS sentinel.

For more information contact:
0033 0565655419
[email protected]
siret: 51353647400028

27/08/2025

Storm Terrace.

This was a long term project with a great deal of input and effort from Ian and Catherine (clients)
Concrete base set about a year ago(2024) , Storm frame built and erected April 2025.
(Storm terrace is a heavier construction than a standard frame)
In june we fitted and secured heavy 5mm beam hangers attached to a solid wall plate . The reclaimed beams were then dropped into the sockest and onto the frame holders.
Last section of work was voliage and roofing panels (imitation tuile romane) pvc. A very hard and hot 2 days work , with so much help from Ian . Thanks Catherine for the lovely food.
A great terrace for all weathers ,pre drilled and tapped for balustrades ,sunshades etc
A great space to be creative with.
I really enjoyed this project especially the collaboration with Ian and Catherine ,many thanks !

27/08/2025

Wood stove Renovation /recycling
How many times have you passed up on an old gorgeous Wood stove /poele because it needed some attention or you thought was just unrepairable.
Found this little stove exactely the dimensions we needed , a little worse for wear, broken and discarded. A little cast welding , repair ,clean and high temp repaint ,,,,, ready to use.

27/06/2025

Do you have a space or structure which is a little bare ,bleak perhaps ?
These natural metal designs can enhance and bring colour to the space all year round.
Latest fabrications include bulrushes, oak tree folliage , Grape vines , Ivy and Bamboo .
Can be applied to structures, built into balustrade panels , window or door screens / security panels . Pretty much anywhere !
New designs and fabrications will be posted here over the next month or so.
[email protected]
0565655419
siret : 51353647400028

27/06/2025

Some new products and projects achieved.
Large balustrade commission.
What a transformation !
Many thanks to the amazing clients and team I coordinated with.
New fabrications :
Heavy duty post clamps (stop wooden posts splitting) made to measure.
Door and window curtain swings , made to measure.
Window / door security. Simple or ornate fittings. Please contact for details.
New ornate natural designs, in steel or vibrant colour , flower bed , vines ,sunflower, bamboo ,bulrush, whatever you wish.
For the remaining period of 2025 and 2026 , I have to pull back a little due to a health issue.
I will not be doubling up on projects, which means projects will be in order of commission date. (order date)
Note : changing the name of my business back to the previous name of Art d’Tarn .

Wishing you all a great summer .

Heathensteel /Art d’Tarn
40+ years experience /16 years France .
Siret : 51353647400028
[email protected]
Tel: 0565655419

14/11/2024

14/11/2024

2025 is fast approaching. Taking commissions now . Please remember if you require a piece for a particular date , a lead time is required for design ,fabrication and installation.
Artistic or practical applications undertaken. See more designs on Heathensteel /page.
Tel: 0565655419
[email protected]
siren : 51353647400028

Many Thanks