Glass railings have become the most renowned and desirable option for luxurious and modern homes, alternative to wooden handrails or spindles as they add an open view into the space and an aesthetic touch. So if you're considering installing glass railings, you might also be questioning this; What are the things I wish I knew before getting glass railings? Well, let me give you some advice to help you make a better decision as per your needs and requirements.
Types of Glass Railings:
Before installing or buying glass railings for your space, it is necessary to understand the types of railings as it saves you from waste of money and time.
We have already made a detailed guide on the types of glass railings, titled “How to choose the right glass railings for your home”. If you’re also struggling with how to find the right type of glass railings for your home’s space such as balcony, stairs or windows, you must read our article to know about the factors that you should keep in mind, before getting glass railings to prevent later issues.
Local Building Codes:
One thing is very important that you have to consider is the know-how about the requirements of local building codes of your area, for the right height of glass railings installation. For example some countries require at least 110 cm to 120 cm for the 7th and 8th floor to save the people from any dangerous incident.
Consider Safety and Strength:
Another factor that you must know before getting railings is to consider safety and strength of glass railing especially for balconies, terrace or stairs. Choose the right glass such as “laminated or tempered glass” as they provide both safety and strength to your railings. If you're doubting to install it properly on your own, then we’ll recommend you to call the professional or expert, because if glass railings are not properly installed, then it will reduce the safety and strength of your railings.
Glass Railings Require Maintenance:
As compared to wooden or steel material glass railings require less maintenance. But if you want your glass railings will go long term, then make sure you properly maintain them daily or weekly. It is so easy to clean them, just take damp cloth, soap or glass cleaning liquid, spray liquid on cloth and clean railings with it thoroughly when needed.
Importance of Quality of Glass:
Choosing the right glass is also the main factor that you should know before getting railings. Buy glass panels from those companies that have good reviews about their quality because the quality of glass matters a lot and it protects the railings from frequent breakage with heavy weight. Tempered and laminated glass are the best types of glass when it comes to quality or safety. When tempered glass breaks, it splits into small pieces rather than large, while on the other hand laminated glass adds the extra layer of safety by adding a layer of plastic so when the glass breaks, the layer holds glass pieces together.
Also thickness of glass is also the main thing that you must keep in mind before buying glass panels. To know the average thickness of glass read our guide about; How thick should glass railings be?
Privacy Concerns:
When it comes to installing the railings, another factor that affects the selection of glass railing types is privacy, as glass railings provide unobstructed view from both outside and inside. So if you’re concerned about privacy choose that glass type which provides privacy from outside view such as frosted glass or wrap the railings with privacy sheers for better results.
Conclusion:
We hope that the above considerations will help you to choose the right glass railings for your future installation or buying. If you keep in mind all the above factors, we are guaranteed that you’ll find the best railings for your homes. At RF Transparent we’re providing premium quality and long lasting glass panels or railings as per your requirements or needs. So check out our website to contact us or buy railings.