Glass Balustrades in Newcastle & Central Coast

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Glass balustrades not only provide excellent safety measures, but they’re also stylish. All too often, the things we tend to need most in our gardens are boring or bland in design, but this doesn’t have to be the case any longer. Glass panels can be frosted or clear and you can even make them stand out by adding solar-powered lights.

We offer:

Specialised custom designs
The latest technical designs and best quality products
A no-compromise installation service
Only top of the range 2205 stainless steel hardware

The addition of glass balustrades within your property in NSW can help to increase your family’s safety by preventing the risk of falls from balconies, decks and other structures above ground level. At Seamless Fencing & Glass we work to ensure that the glass balustrades designed and installed within your home are of the highest quality and serve to keep your family safe without compromising on style. With 30 years of expertise in the industry we ensure that each and every project we complete within the greater Sydney, Newcastle and Central Coast areas is seen to with the same level of detail. Whether you desire unobstructed views of your surroundings, or complete privacy, we can help to design glass balustrades for your property.

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Frequently asked questions

What are glass balustrades?

The basic concept behind the design of a glass balustrade is fairly simple. It consists of heat soaked 12mm toughened glass fixed into heavy duty 2205 stainless steel clamps which together can resist a heavy load. Glass balustrades are featured on balconies, stairways and in a variety of other locations. Balustrades are also aesthetically pleasing safety barriers that can add a touch of class to any house or building.

How long would a glass balustrades project take to complete?

The completion time of a glass balustrade project will differ from one project to the next. The two main factors that determine completion time include the size of installation and the complexity of the project. Other additional factors such as weather, production time etc. could also potentially influence the project completion timeframe. The majority of our projects will be completed within 2 to 4 weeks. This time period includes everything from initial site inspection to final installation. As mentioned timeframes will differ on a project to project basis, the above timeframe is merely a guideline and a more concrete timeline will be established after the initial installation site inspection.

Are glass balustrades required by law in NSW, Australia?

According to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) balustrades are required by law in NSW, Australia under the following circumstances:

Along the side of any roof to which access is provided
Any stairway, ramp, floor, corridor, hallway, corridor, balcony, verandah, mezzanine, access bridge or the like and along the side of any path that provides access to a building if – it isn’t bounded by a wall or if any level of the above mentioned is more than 1m above the adjacent floor or ground level.

What maintenance requirements do glass balustrades have?

Glass balustrades, in general, require little to low maintenance, they do however require a good clean on a regular basis. Fancy soaps etc. aren’t required, a simple solution of warm water and mild dishwashing liquid/detergent will suffice to get rid of general dirt and grime.

What are your glass balustrade handrails made of?

A variety of handrail finishes and styles are available. One popular type of glass balustrade handrail is made out of 316 grade stainless steel. Stainless steel balustrade handrails are ideal for a number of reasons. Not only do they feature a sleek metal finish that fits in with the modern design elements of glass balustrades but they also don’t corrode. This is vital to not only ensuring the aesthetics of your handrail but also to ensure safety.

What type of glass is used for balustrades?

Minimum requirements for standard frameless glass balustrade installations is 12mm toughened glass. Glass thickness will differ depending on the customer’s needs and wants as well as on the complexity of the design. All glass comes with a certificate of compliance.

Do balcony balustrades require a handrail?

A handrail is required if the height, of the drop-off from the ground level, is above 1000mm

What height should glass balustrades be?

The Australian standard height for all balustrades is 1000mm (1m). This number is merely a guideline, in some cases, it will be recommended to install a higher glass balustrade instead to ensure safety.

Do you offer supply only glass balustrades?

The installation of a glass balustrade is an intricate process, due to its complexity we don’t offer supply only glass balustrades. Glass balustrades aren’t just for aesthetic purposes, balustrades double up as safety features on balconies, verandahs, staircases, etc. with that in mind it is vital that the installation is done by a professional to limit the risk of malfunctions due to faulty installations.