In terms of architectural design, glass is one of the most modern materials on the market. From stairs and railings to balconies and terraces – glass creates a clear, open and unobstructed view for all residents (and visitors)!
While there are many benefits to using glass panels, there are several different options to choose from:
Framed glass
Frame glass railings contain clear glass panels that are held in place by a frame, railing and metal posts.
Thanks to the combination of luxury and safety, the frame glass can be mounted on various surfaces (such as wooden decks and concrete), making them a popular choice for stairs, surrounding pools and elevated platforms.
Although frame glass may not be as elegant as frameless glass, frame glass railings are the preferred choice for parents and pet owners because there are no posts to slip through or get stuck between them.
Frameless glass
Frameless glass railings contain clear glass panels without the use of any framed edges.
While the glass panels are held in place by posts, base screens and frameless clamping systems – the absence of any visible load-bearing structures makes them an ideal choice for a view of the beautiful scenery with an unobstructed view.
As a result, frameless glass railings have become a popular choice for balconies and terraces.
Tempered glass
Tempered glass (also referred to as tempered glass or safety glass) is known to be approximately 6 times stronger than conventional glass on the market.
Manufactured by heat and chemical treatment; tempered glass provides a much stronger solution because the glass is scratch resistant and much harder to break.
However, in the event of glass damage, tempered glass is designed to break into small, blunt pieces to minimize the risk of injury.
Laminated glass
Laminated glass consists of different layers of glass held together by polyvinyl butyral resin (PVB).
Since this resin has the ability to keep the glass layers bonded, any potential damage would crack into a cobweb-like pattern similar to a crack on the car’s windshield.
In order to provide maximum safety and long-term durability, laminated tempered glass has become a highly sought-after variant of glass railings and stairs.
