When it comes to home renovation projects, accuracy is essential.

In all DIY projects, whatever it may be, it’s essential that you are precise in your measurements. We’re on hand to ensure that your projects go off as flawlessly as possible. So, with that in mind, below you’ll find our comprehensive guide to glass balustrades. A glass balustrade is a glass panel that acts as a barrier. It is a decorative safety feature that can be added to balconies, deckings, and terraces, or as a modern feature on your staircases.

They can either sit as a seamless single glass panel, or include balusters (which are posts that support the panels). If you’re thinking about adding a glass balustrade to your property, one of the key points of consideration will be the thickness of the glass that you will be using. This should be carefully assessed – too thick, and it won’t be able to slot into the fittings, too thin, and you will compromise both its strength and safety. So, to help make this step in your home renovation project easier, below you’ll find our top tips for deciding upon the thickness of your glass balustrade.

If you are specifically looking to implement a frameless glass balustrade, considering the thickness is critical, as the main source of strength for this feature is derived from the glass (since there are no supports or beams). This is why, for a frameless glass balustrade system, you will require toughened laminated glass. When it comes to DIY glass balustrading it is especially important to make sure you are using the right products to ensure you are meeting safety and building regulation standards. Whether it be Domestic / Residential balustrading or Commercial balustrading the glass products will change depending on the location and foot traffic.

Please find below a guide for glass requirements when it comes to balustrading and glass screens. (Please note, this only a guide. Check with local building authorities prior to ordering.)

If you’re looking to add this classy, elegant feature to your home (either indoors or outdoors), don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team.

At Abbey Glass, we supply a huge number of styles, varieties and materials of balustrade fittings. So, whatever you’re looking for, we’re on hand to help you out!