04The Studio

Thirty years
at the forge.

Known throughout Palm Beach County and beyond as the go-to crafters for custom metalwork in the area.

Old Town Iron Shop, formerly Best Metal Work Inc., has been refurbishing and repairing aluminum, steel, wrought iron, brass, bronze and other metal pieces since 2004.

Our team of licensed, insured and experienced fabricators delivers high-quality ornamental, architectural and structural metal designs. We specialize in fences, gates, railings, balconies, stair rails, entryways and other custom projects. Have an idea? Let’s talk about it. We keep a unique collection of traditional and modern tools and machinery that can make any dream a reality — plus an extensive library of designs to jump-start the creative process while streamlining production.

With more than 30 years of experience in the field — founder and proud US Army veteran Glenn Simmons also owned and operated Royal Iron & Aluminum Inc. from 1992 until its sale in 2001 — the shop has been awarded numerous prestigious projects in landmark buildings and elite properties. Our high standard of craftsmanship has produced a growing legacy of satisfied customers who refer us to family, friends and associates.

We have also mastered the art of replicating an aged or “Old World” appearance through distressing and custom faux and patina finishes. Sandblasting and powder coating are available, as are portable welding, repair and restoration for iron, steel, bronze, copper and aluminum pieces.

Whether you’re looking to repair or restore an existing piece, or to start a custom project from scratch, we’re here to help. Let’s get started.

West Palm Beach studio
01West Palm Beach studio
Crafting since 2004

What we hold to

Working principles.

01

Custom, from scratch

Nothing comes from a catalog. Every gate, rail and door is designed and built for the one place it will live.

02

Old World finishes

Our signature — distressing, faux and patina finishes that give new iron a true, aged character you can't buy off a shelf.

03

Built for the coast

Salt air is unforgiving. Pieces are sandblasted, powder-coated and sealed in-house to live outdoors in Florida.

04

Earned by referral

Most of our work comes from customers who send their family, friends and neighbors. We intend to keep it that way.

The Forge
The Forge
West Palm Beach shop floor
Fabrication Bay
Fabrication Bay
Cut · form · weld · finish

Founded

2004

Founder

Glenn Simmons

Member of

ABANA · NOMMA

Service area

South Florida