Glass Balustrade Systems Australia

In Australia a glass balustrade system can make or break how a place looks. We all know that changing a few fitting in a home, building or office can have magnificent affects in terms of the look and feel of the your property. One of the best and most highly rated ways to improve the décor of any location is to install one of a number of glass balustrade systems. There are two main systems that are in use today and these generally go by them name of “frameless glass balustrades” and “semi-frameless glass balustrade”. These are not only very pleasing aesthetically but there are also a number of benefits to using these systems.  Any properly laid out and installed glass balustrading system will really require a minimum of maintenance and will continue to look great for years to come. Even though we know that glass does require a minimum of maintenance it is probably wise to ensure that someone cleans the balustrade to make sure it keeps its sparkle.

Systems of frameless glass balustrade

Frameless glass balustrade is the more expensive of the two systems and does require a quite significant financial outlay. The major benefit of this glass balustrade system is that it look absolutely amazing and there is a good chance that every visitor to the property will be impressed with your chosen feature. When choosing frameless glass balustrading one of the most vital aspects for you to consider is what type of fittings the company provides. Due to the nature of these frameless balustrade systems it is essential that you choose wisely. If you scrimp on the fittings then after a number of years you may experience a crack or split of this very important element. And, although it may seem small at the time that crack can have major consequences. Not only will you later need to have a qualified installer come and remove and re-fit the panels, but you will also be liable for any accidents or incidents that occur while the crack is present. That’s right, YOU will be liable. And I think we all know the cost and pain that could be involved there.

Cleaning your balustrading system

Frameless glass balustrading is also a great idea because of the fact that to keep it in top condition, all you will need is a little bit of glass cleaner and an old rag. This will save you time and effort in the future and in itself carries an intrinsic value. Of the two glass balustrade systems frameless is by far and away the quickest and easiest to clean.

What about Semi-framless glass systems?

Semi frameless glass balustrades are the more common feature and this is because of the fact that they come at a lower price. What you gain in cost savings you lose in overall appeal because of the fact that semi frameless is a far different glass balustrade system to frameless. In the semi frameless variety you have aluminum posts that divide the glass panels and these posts are fixed into the ground and onto the glass. It is generally thought that semi frameless balustrades are more sturdy but there is no evidence that this is the case, because, although there are meta posts involved, the glass itself is actually thinner than the type of glass used in the frameless glass balustrades systems.

With semi frameless you will also notice that over time the posts themselves will tarnish and potentially stain. So you will need to keep up a regular maintenance schedule and coat your posts in a reliable and well known metal tipper. This will ensure that your glass balustrading keeps its lovely appeal and shine.