When it comes to creating functional spaces with secure barriers that ensure safety while also providing visual appeal, glass balustrades are a clear winner.

Made from durable toughened glass, it’s easy to make all kinds of spaces safe and beautiful at the same time with glass balustrades. Despite forming a solid barrier, they still allow light to pass through and don’t block the surrounding views.

Benefits like these, combined with a wide variety of stylish framing options, make glass balustrade systems a must when modernising your home or business premises.

Whether you want to update your property inside or out, here are some of the many ways you can incorporate glass balustrades into your interior and exterior design.

Glass staircases and landing areas

Balustrades for safety are most important when there are differences in floor levels, where there is a risk of tripping and falling. This is why they are a key feature of staircases and landing areas, preventing serious injuries from trips and falls.

However, just because stairs need to be safe doesn’t mean they have to be boring. Instead of traditional wooden balusters or industrial metal spindles, stairways in any building can benefit from installing toughened glass balustrades with handrails.

As long as the glass is designed and fitted in line with building regulations, the balustrades will keep the staircase safe while opening up the space – turning narrow staircases and dark landings into brighter and more welcoming passages.

Glass balconies and terraces

When access to outside space is limited, platform balconies and Juliet balconies can allow people to still enjoy the fresh air and sunlight of the outdoors. The same applies for rooftops and raised terraces, which look out over lower levels.

Of course, they must have barriers in place around the edges to prevent people from falling from a height, and toughened glass balustrades are perfect for this purpose – enclosing the area without actually closing it off from the light and hiding the view.

Even decking areas or garden patios on the ground level can be elevated aesthetically by replacing timber or metal railings with glass balustrades. These become a much more effective wind barrier for those dining or relaxing outside in the sunlight.

Glass fencing around boundaries

Using glass balustrade systems in place of more traditional fencing is becoming a trendy alternative in many places, as you can replace typical materials with glass in more scenarios than you might think – from water features to boundary fences.

Where low walls are topped with unsightly metal fences or worn-looking wooden panels, replacing these with glass panels and steel posts will create a brand new luxurious look. Plus, you can choose tinted or frosted glass for more privacy.

Glass balustrades can also be used as swimming pool surrounds or pond barriers. They can keep pets, young children, and unaware visitors from accidentally falling in the water, while still enabling a clear view of the area and allowing light to reach it.

Order toughened glass balustrades online

Safe, durable, versatile, and sustainable, glass balustrades could be the elegant-looking solution you’ve been searching for to transform your home or business.

The best way to ensure that you install a balustrade system that fits your specifications is to speak to suppliers of bespoke glass balustrades, like Express Glass Warehouse.

Supplying toughened glass and toughened laminated glass balustrades in a range of thicknesses, finishes, and sizes, they can help you to select the right glass panels for your needs and to place an order for custom glass balustrades.

For more information on their commercial and residential glass balustrades, or to discuss your individual requirements, give the EGW team a call on 020 8500 1188.