Normand Pinette

Blacksmith

theblksmth@yahoo.com
(603) 744-2295
5A Pemi Shores Condo Road
New Hampton, NH 03256

Services

  • Iron Fences
  • Sign Brackets
  • Weathervanes
  • Spirals
  • Wine Racks
  • Wrought Iron Railings (Curved or Straight)
  • Etc.

If you can draw it, then I can make it.


Remodeling and Home Design
Driveway gate

We worked with a client for the design, fabrication, and installation of this contemporary-style driveway gate complete with locking latch, drop rod, and duckbill to hold each gate open when needed.

Loon railing clos-eup

Here's a close-up of the loon we built into our client's railing.

Loon railing

Our client wanted us to integrate a loon from a pen and ink drawing displayed in his waterfront home into his front railing. We took a picture of his artwork and fabricated the steel loon with a plasma cutter. We added our Moroccan twist newel post design to mimic lake waves.

Pipe railing

This is an example of a custom pipe rail that I fabricated for a homeowners association made with galvanized pipe painted black.

Pipe railing
Staircase panel

Keep cozy all winter long with a custom-made indoor firewood rack.

Staircase panel

This firewood rack can hold a whole wheelbarrow load of wood. At the top is a kindling holder for smaller wood to light the fire.

Outdoor railings
Staircase panel

This staircase panel is titled Trees in the Meadow.

Beam brackets
Beam brackets

Support beam brackets

Outdoor railings
Unique railings for a staircase indoors

Unique railings for a staircase indoors

Railing on wood and stone steps

Another nice set of railings that I can make for you

Railings on wood and stone steps

A second angle of those railings.

Magazine article

I was featured in the Fall 2020 edition of The Laker Home, a New Hampshire magazine. Click here to read the full article.

Sleigh-shaped wine rack

This custom wine rack resembles a sleigh with the shape of the grapevine around it.

Custom-made ram's head door handles

Custom-made ram's head door handles

Large patio railing

Large or small, simple or complex—I can make railings for any sized space.

Exterior railing in granite

This exterior railing in granite really adds to the beauty of the property.

Iron rail and divider

This is a unique divider for an upstairs bedroom that includes an iron rail to the lower level. This was designed by the client from a picture she found and made some changes to suit her mood.

Extension to existing railings

The extension on this railing is to help people coming off the wood steps, but allows for landscaping around it.

Railings made to match

This railing was made to match other existing railings on an estate on Lake Winnipesaukee in NH.

Wrought iron railings

A beautiful set of railings for granite steps.

Fireplace screen insert

This fire screen is made as an insert, and the screen is a door that is hinged from the right side, so that when open, it allows for access to the full expanse of the fireplace, making it easy to load.

Customer-installed balusters

The customer installed the balusters of this beautiful custom railing on their own.

Customer-installed balusters

Another angle of the customer-installed balusters.

Straight railing on granite steps

A straight railing on granite steps.

Straight railing on granite steps

The same railing from another angle.

Cemetery gate

This gate was fabricated for a private cemetery in Gilmanton, NH.

Leaf and vine railing

The leaves and vines complement the detailed texture on this unique railing panel.

Country home railing

This railing was custom-made from a dead maple tree found standing in the forest, and assembled on-site for a country home. All the branches and bark were stripped from the top rail and newel post, which were then sanded smooth, stained to match the home, and cut to form the outline of the railing. Each baluster was measured and twisted individually.

Custom table

Another custom table, made in New Hampshire.

Cypress tree table

This table is made from a wedge of the bottom of a Cypress tree.

Cypress tree table base

A close-up of the base of the Cypress tree table.

Tree table

This 32-inch tall table was custom made. What ideas of yours can I make a reality?

Tree table with stools

Another angle of the table made from several cuts from a tree.

Custom wine racks

These custom-fit wine racks were made for a boat that was cut in half and turned into shelving.

Custom wine racks, close-up

A close-up of the boat shelf's custom wine racks.

Straight railings in a set of two

These straight railings were the first of two sets for the same location.

Curved railings in a set of two

Here is the matching set—this time curved. Simple or intricate, curved or straight, I can make railings however you'd like.

Curved railing

This is a very simple, curved wrought iron railing.

Pipe railing

This is an example of a simple, black, pipe railing in a beautiful flower garden. Not all railings need to be wrought iron. Have your own creative idea?

Mahogany table with belt pulley base from an old wood mill

The wheel at the bottom of the table came from an old wood mill. It was on an overhead pulley that was powering other machinery via a flat belt. All iron work was my creation. The top is mahogany.

Custom gate with horseshoe design

This horse gate, built at five feet wide to accomodate the girth of a horse, features a horseshoe design at the top and a solid frame with twisted bars for some added style.

Railing with a wheel from a wheelbarrow

Wheelbarrow wheel railing. The client requested a railing be made with a wheel from her grandfather's old wheelbarrow.

Railing with a wheel from a wheelbarrow

An angle shot of the wheelbarrow wheel railing.

Horse made of horseshoes

Horse made of horseshoes. Made for a client in Maine for two of her very special friends. Give me a call. I can build one for you!

Horse made of horseshoes

Another shot of the horse made of horseshoes.

Elegant napkin rings

Elegant wrought iron handmade napkin rings to complement your great table settings.

Wrought iron mason jar handles

Wrought iron mason jar handles, great looking and very functional. Good for patio or backyard cook outs. Surprise your friends with something very unique, has a drilled lid for a straw. Also comes with drilled handles to mount jar to a flat surface for flowers, candles, pencils etc. When ordering specify which type of handle.

Handcrafted mason jar handle

Handcrafted mason jar handle

Fireplace wood rack

This flat black fireplace wood rack holds everything together, including a full tool set. Kindling rests on top, logs in the middle, and newspaper on the bottom. A shovel, poker, and broom hang from the side.

Fireplace wood rack detail

A close-up of the tools' handles and the kindling holders on the fireplace wood rack.

Table built from a steam tractor wheel

This table was made from a steel wheel, bought at a flea market, that came from a very old steam tractor. Notice the legs—they are from an old cast iron bath tub.

Coat rack detail

This is a close-up of the coat rack's intricate detail.

A custom coat rack

A custom coat rack

Custom gates with grapevine design

These double gates were fabricated for a retirement home in Scottsdale, AZ. They measure 6 feet wide by 7 feet high and have a grapevine design. The frame is called a wavy design which enhances the beauty and detail of the gates.

Double gates

Double gates for a client in Scottsdale, AZ - Grapevine design, double wide, measures 6 feet wide by 7 feet high.

Tiered serving dish holders

Tiered dish holders - These tiered holders are for large servings dishes. Looks scrumptious!

Railing with fish swimming among sea grass

Fish swimming among sea grass - Custom fabricated and installed railing for an estate in Old Orchard Beach, ME. Please excuse the paper under the newell post; this is placed at time of installation to touch up pads with paint if scratched during installation.

Curved iron railing

A custom-made curved iron railing. Simple or intricate, curved or straight — I can make it for you.

Curved iron railing

Another angle of the curved iron railing.

Custom straight iron railing

A custom straight iron railing for an estate on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH.

Custom iron tree with flower pot rings

This custom tree with flower pot rings is for the same estate on Lake Winnipesaukee. This tree is a copy of one owned by Martha Stewart on her Bedford farm in CT. The client sent a photo from a magazine approximately 3 inches by 5 inches. She wanted it made approximately 4 feet by 7 feet. The 8 rings were sized to fit assorted flower pots, so flowers could be changed for the seasons. Pumpkins were used during Halloween.

King bed and quilt rack

This king bed was made for a customer in Methuen, MA. The design was a collaboration between client and fabricator. Notice the quilt rack also fabricated for this client.

King bed close-up

King bed, close-up. Notice the detail in fastening. This is called a wrap.

King bed all dressed up

King bed, all dressed up.

12 Light Chandelier

12-light chandelier with hammered leaf design. Notice the wine rack in background.

15 Bottle Wine Rack

15-bottle wine rack with grape leaf and tendrils, hammered to make it shine.

Dish stand and candlesticks

Serving dish stand with braided candlesticks.

Personalized music stand

A personalized music stand with adjustable height. What's your name? I can make one for you too!

Music stand

Music stand with adjustable height.

Music stand

See the intricate detail in the base of this music stand. This was made for a client in AZ.

Saxaphone stand

Saxaphone stand

Saxaphone stand

Saxaphone stand without the Sax to show its detail.

Saxaphone stand

Close-up detail of the wraps and leaves on the saxaphone stand.

Lamp post fabrication

The beginning of a very unique lamp post.

Light post grapevine

This is the grapevine with grapes and leaves climbing and surrounding the light post. It will slide over the completed light post.

Lantern post in my shop

The finished lantern post in my shop before delivery and installation.

Lamp post installation

The final lamp post, installed.

Lamp post

Another angle of the lamp post.

Barn or shop door handles

Barn or shop door handles

Barn or shop door handles

Barn or shop door handles

Candle wall sconce

Candle wall sconce

Fireplace screen

Fireplace screens made to order. With a hammered and distressed frame, this shows a grape leaf design.

Fireplace screen

Fireplace screen with a cattail and pinecone design. Any design of your choice can be fitted to any fireplace screen.