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Glass Balustrades for Decking & Outdoor Use

£60.98 - £597.13

  • Polished edges are included as standard.
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Glass balustrade panels for decking and outdoor areas are made to measure for terraces, patios, verandas and raised garden spaces. Choose the glass type, finish, thickness and shape that suits your design, with neatly polished edges supplied as standard.

When you have a view worth enjoying, a transparent barrier lets you make the most of it. Glass panels define the edge of a deck without closing in the seating area, so gardens still feel connected to the space beyond. A satin or tinted finish can also give an outdoor area a different look.

The available glass finishes include clear, extra-clear low-iron, grey tinted, bronze tinted and satin toughened glass, plus clear toughened laminated glass. Several thicknesses are available, with the correct choice depending on the height of the deck, the proposed supports and the loads the barrier must withstand.

Straight rectangular panels suit many deck edges, while raked, parallelogram and cut-off-corner shapes can accommodate changes in level or unusual details. Dimensions can be entered up to 3000mm per side, allowing for the stated 2mm manufacturing tolerance. Drilled holes, corner finishing and protective polymer coating can be specified where appropriate.

Plan the glass and the supporting metalwork together before placing an order. The exact fixing method, spacing and edge clearances must suit both the glass and the deck structure, especially on raised platforms. Supply drawings for shaped panels or drilled fixing points; these details need to be processed before the glass is toughened.

Outdoor panels are easy to care for with a soft cloth and mild glass cleaner. An optional polymer coating can help with rain marks and dirt, while routine inspections should include the supports and fixings as well as the glass itself.

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Made-to-Measure Glass for Decking & Outdoor Balustrades

Create a bright, modern outdoor space with made-to-measure glass for decking and garden balustrades, manufactured to your exact dimensions.

Ideal for decking, terraces, patios, balconies and other outdoor balustrade projects, our glass panels are available in a choice of clear, extra-clear low iron, tinted, satin and toughened laminated glass.

Simply select your glass type and thickness, enter your required dimensions and add any holes, cut-outs or other processing required. Polished edges are included as standard.

Why choose our balustrade glass?

  • Made to your exact measurements
  • Polished edges included as standard
  • Toughened and toughened laminated glass options
  • Clear, low iron, grey, bronze and satin finishes available
  • Bespoke holes, cut-outs and corner options
  • Manufactured in the UK
  • Suitable for use with a wide range of compatible balustrade fixing systems

Need the complete balustrade system?
We also supply frameless channels, spigots, posts, clamps, handrails and complete glass balustrade systems.

If you’re unsure which glass specification or fittings you need, contact our team before ordering and we’ll be happy to help.

Product Additional information
Glass Type

Extra Clear (Low Iron) Toughened Glass, Clear Toughened Glass, Grey Tinted Toughened Glass, Bronze Tinted Toughened Glass, Satin Toughened Glass, Clear Toughened Laminate Glass
Glass Thickness

6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 10.8 mm, 12 mm, 12.8 mm, 15 mm, 16.8 mm, 19 mm, 20.8 mm
Shapes

Rectangle, Cut Off Corner Rectangle (Left), Cut Off Corner Rectangle (Right), Parallelogram, Right Hand Rake, Left Hand Rake, Double Rake "Irregular"
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What Are Decking Glass Balustrades?

Decking glass balustrades are modern safety barriers made using toughened or toughened laminated glass panels together with suitable balustrade channels, spigots, posts, clamps or other fixing systems.

Using glass instead of traditional timber or metal spindles helps create a bright, contemporary appearance while maintaining views across your garden or surrounding landscape.

Outdoor glass balustrades are commonly used around:

  • Garden patios
  • Raised decking
  • Balconies and terraces
  • External staircases
  • Swimming pool areas
  • Private seating areas
  • Roof terraces and other elevated outdoor spaces

Whether you are creating a new decking area or updating an existing garden, made-to-measure glass provides a clean and versatile finish that works particularly well with modern homes and landscaping.

What Can I Order for My Outdoor Glass Balustrade?

On this page you can order made-to-measure glass panels for your balustrade project.

Choose your required glass type, thickness and dimensions, with polished edges included as standard.

Depending on your specification, additional processing options can include:

  • Drilled holes
  • Radius corners
  • Dubbed corners
  • Cut-outs
  • Protective glass coatings

Balustrade channels, posts, spigots, clamps and handrails are sold separately from our range of balustrade fittings, allowing you to create a system suited to your particular project.

If you are unsure which glass or fittings are suitable, call our team on 020 8500 1188 or email info@theglasswarehouse.co.uk and we will be happy to help.

What Are the Benefits of Outdoor Glass Balustrades?

Glass balustrades offer a number of advantages for decking, patios and other outdoor areas.

Create More Light and Space

Clear glass allows light to travel through the balustrade and helps retain views across your garden, making smaller decking areas in particular feel more open.

Contemporary Appearance

Glass works particularly well with modern garden designs and can be combined with stainless steel, aluminium or minimal frameless fixing systems.

You can choose between more traditional post-and-handrail systems and minimalist frameless designs depending on the appearance you want to achieve.

Made to Your Measurements

Your glass panels can be manufactured to the dimensions required for your project, with a choice of glass types, thicknesses and finishes.

Holes, cut-outs and corner processing can also be added where required for compatible fixing systems.

Low Maintenance

Toughened glass is durable and straightforward to maintain.

Unlike timber balustrades, glass does not require painting or staining and can normally be kept looking good with regular cleaning using suitable glass-cleaning products.

Suitable for Different Balustrade Systems

Made-to-measure glass panels can be used with a wide range of compatible balustrade systems including:

  • Frameless channels
  • Glass spigots
  • Stainless steel posts
  • Glass clamps
  • Handrail systems

This gives you flexibility over both the appearance and construction of your finished balustrade.

Do Glass Balustrades Need to Meet Building Regulations?

Yes. Where a glass balustrade is being used as a safety barrier, the completed balustrade system must be suitable for its location and designed to withstand the loads it will be subjected to.

For domestic properties in England, Approved Document K provides guidance on meeting the Building Regulations requirements for protection from falling.

Guarding is generally required where there is a risk of falling more than 600mm.

The required height of the guarding depends on its location. For example, Approved Document K specifies a minimum guarding height of 1100mm for external balconies and roof edges in single-family dwellings.

Glass balustrade systems should also be designed with reference to BS 6180:2011 – Barriers in and about buildings – Code of practice, where applicable.

What Glass Thickness Do I Need for a Balustrade?

There is no single glass thickness that is suitable for every balustrade installation.

The correct glass specification will depend on factors including:

  • The size of each glass panel
  • Whether the glass is toughened or toughened laminated
  • The fixing system being used
  • Whether the glass is framed or frameless
  • The height and location of the balustrade
  • The way each glass panel is supported
  • The loads the completed barrier is required to withstand

For some balustrade designs, toughened laminated glass may be required to provide additional post-breakage safety and containment.

If you are unsure which glass thickness or type is suitable for your project, please contact our team before placing your order.

We can help you identify suitable glass and compatible balustrade fittings for your installation.

Installing a Glass Balustrade on Decking

Glass balustrades can be installed on timber and composite decking, but the balustrade must be securely fixed to an appropriate supporting structure.

Decking boards themselves should not normally be relied upon as the sole structural fixing point for a safety barrier.

The supporting structure and fixing method should be capable of safely transferring the loads placed on the balustrade.

For projects requiring Building Regulations approval, always confirm the final design and specification with your building control provider, structural engineer or suitably qualified designer before installation.

Building Regulations and requirements can vary depending on the property, location and application. The information above relates principally to projects in England and should not be treated as a substitute for project-specific structural or Building Control advice.

Glass Balustrade Delivery

Our made-to-measure glass is manufactured specifically for your order.

Production and delivery times can vary depending on:

  • Glass specification
  • Processing requirements
  • Order size
  • Delivery location
  • Current factory workload

Please refer to the estimated lead time shown when ordering, or call our team on 020 8500 1188 if you need to confirm delivery times before placing your order.

We provide kerbside delivery across much of mainland UK.

Where available, delivery information will be provided in advance so that someone can be present to receive and safely unload the glass.

Please make sure suitable assistance is available when receiving larger or heavier glass panels.

How to Maintain an Outdoor Glass Balustrade

Glass balustrades require relatively little maintenance, but regular cleaning will help keep both the glass and fittings looking their best.

We recommend:

  • Cleaning the glass using warm water and a mild detergent or suitable glass cleaner
  • Cleaning stainless steel fittings regularly, particularly in coastal or exposed locations
  • Using a soft cloth or squeegee to help prevent streaks
  • Avoiding abrasive pads or harsh cleaning chemicals that could scratch the glass or damage metal finishes
  • Periodically checking accessible fittings and fixings as part of normal property maintenance

Applying a suitable protective glass coating can also help reduce the build-up of dirt and water marks.

Order Made-to-Measure Glass for Your Decking Balustrade

As a UK manufacturer of toughened and laminated glass, The Glass Warehouse can manufacture balustrade glass in a wide range of sizes and shapes to suit your project.

Simply select your preferred glass specification above, enter your required dimensions and choose any additional processing you need.

If you would like help choosing the correct glass or compatible balustrade fittings, call us on 020 8500 1188 or email info@theglasswarehouse.co.uk.

Our team will be happy to help you find the right solution for your decking or outdoor balustrade project.

Are glass balustrades suitable for composite decking or pressure-treated timber decking?

Yes. It doesn’t really matter which material your decking area is made from; you can generally choose deck rails made from whatever material you like, as long as the decking is strong enough to support the system and the deck rails fit within the dimensions.

If ordered correctly, installing them should be straightforward, too. Some installation methods may not be suitable for certain materials, however. For example, if you need to drill holes to bolt down posts or create channels, this may not work for concrete or composite materials, but would be fine for wood. 

How should a glass balustrade be fixed to decking?

Glass balustrades can be installed using a range of systems, including frameless channels, spigots, stainless steel posts and glass clamps.

The correct fixing method will depend on the balustrade design, glass specification and the structure supporting the decking.

The balustrade should be securely fixed back to a suitable structural support. Timber or composite decking boards should not normally be relied upon as the sole structural fixing point for a safety barrier.

When planning your balustrade, consider:

  • The size and specification of the glass panels
  • The fixing system being used
  • The supporting structure beneath the decking
  • The height and location of the balustrade
  • Whether the system requires a handrail
  • Any holes or cut-outs required in the glass

If you are unsure which fixing system or glass specification is suitable, please contact our team before ordering. For structural or Building Regulations requirements, the final design should be confirmed by your building control provider, structural engineer or suitably qualified designer.

Do decking balustrades need a handrail in outdoor spaces?

Whether a glass balustrade requires a handrail depends on the design of the complete barrier system, the glass specification, the fixing method and the location in which it is being installed.

Some tested and appropriately designed frameless balustrade systems can be installed without a traditional handrail, while other systems may require one as part of their design.

There is no single glass thickness that automatically determines whether a handrail is required.

Where the balustrade is being used as a safety barrier, the complete system should be designed to meet the relevant loading and safety requirements, including BS 6180:2011 where applicable.

If you are considering a frameless balustrade without a handrail, please contact us before ordering so we can help identify a suitable glass and fixing system. The final design should be confirmed with Building Control or a suitably qualified designer where required.

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Very competitive prices, best I could find. Delivery was very fast for bespoke sized glass. One of my glass panels was chipped, I contacted one of the team and it was re-made and delivered within 1.5 days. Great service and coms. Thanks.

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