Glass Balustrade: Combining Safety and Style

Architectural design plays a primary role in the style of your home. With global trends changing continuously, it is sometimes difficult to commit to a single design scheme. For this reason, many people stick to simplistic balustrade and handrail designs that will suit a large range of styles.


This is probably a good idea, considering that top quality stainless steel kit systems offer a timeless look and feel, though it is not your only option. Incorporating glass balustrade systems for your staircase, balconies, walkways, swimming pool enclosures and landings are beneficial in many ways.

• Glass balustrade promises safety that meets SABS standards for swimming pool, staircase and balcony protection.
• Using glass to close dangerous areas off is a great way to save space in both small and large living spaces. Glass balustrade kits come with or without top rails, so you can manipulate the transparent feel as much as you want. This is especially great for balconies with beautiful views that shouldn’t be interrupted by steel or brick.
• Glass is currently in high demand because of its hygienic properties. Incorporating glass balustrades means limiting spaces like porous tiles and grout for germs and bacteria to settle in indefinitely.
• Using glass in and around your home means leaving the opportunity to change styles easily. Glass is extremely diverse and therefore can match anything from modern and sleek, to rustic and cosy. It can be matched with so many different textures, materials and lighting that virtually anything is possible! Better yet, using glass means never being stuck with colour constraints.
• Glass balustrades cannot rust and will never need a paint job. It is true that people fear glass cracking or even shattering, especially when they least expect it, though this fear is one that is not likely to turn into reality. The glass sued to make these balustrades are extremely durable and weather resistant. It should, undoubtedly be treated with care, though other architectural design elements, furniture and household items should be treated the same way. 

·        You may want to find out more on purchasing a ready-made or custom-made stainless steel or glass kit system for your next DIY project.