Glass Balustrade Benefits

Installing glass into a new or existing balustrade is a great way to create a modern feel to your home or place of work as well as having other glass balustrade benefits. Commonly used in a lot of commercial properties, glass balustrades are now becoming ever more popular at home too. Glass balustrades are not just practical by adding a safety barrier where needed, glass balustrade benefits also include making small spaces appear bigger by letting in more natural light.

When installing a glass balustrade there are certain factors to consider, including; the finished look you require, the glass specification required and to ensure they comply with building regulations, and the overall look you are trying to achieve.

Read on to see why we reccommend glass balustrades.

1. MORE NATURAL LIGHT

The number one reason being glass balustrades will not block any light coming through making the space feel more airy and bright.

2. ILLUSION OF MORE SPACE

If you are thinking of having glass fitted at home, glass will help the area feel bigger rather than shutting down a space with a standard wooden balustrade, giving the illusion of a more open fresh space.

3. MODERNising a space

Glass will instantly transform your home or office space making it feel more modern and aesthetically pleasing. As well as it being timeless it is also durable and easy to clean.

4. DIFFERENT GLASS OPTIONS AVAILABLE

There are lots of glazing finishes available on the market today. Clear glass will give you the feeling of more space whereas other glass options available include; obscured glass, fire rated glass, low iron glass, toughened laminated glass and more.

5. INTERNAL & EXTERNAL USE

Glass balustrades can be fitted internally and externally to create a striking finish. All glass balustrades would need to comply with building regulations and thicknesses vary depending on your requirements.

6. SAFE & DURABLE

Although in the long run glass may be a little more expensive to install than your average balustrade, you are making an investment that will last whilst not compromising on safety. All glass fitted into balustrades by law is required to be toughened safety glass which is very durable and strong.

Depending on the option you go for, different thicknesses are available to suit your requirements of the finished look you want to achieve.

Where to install glass balustrades?

You may not notice them but glass balustrades are everywhere. They can be installed:

• At home
• At work
• Leisure centres
• Walkways
• Balconies
• Terraces
• Patios
• And more

For our most popular glass balustrades, see examples of our work below.

Fitted with clamps

Large made to measure mirrors are a must for most gyms and with home gyms Glass can be fitted with ‘D’ clamps to your existing handrail and base rail. Commonly fitted with 10-12mm toughened safety glass.

Fitted to new

Glass can be fitted with ‘D’ clamps to your existing handrail and base rail. Commonly fitted with 10-12mm toughened safety glass.

Rebated out

Glass can be fitted into a rebate in timber and stainless steel hand and base rail if you do not want to opt for clamps for a minimalist finish.

Frameless

A more costly option would be to install the glass without a handrail where a thicker toughened laminated glass would be required to cohere with safety standards.