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Are you looking for a streamlined, sophisticated look for your home or business staircase, the glass railings might just be the thing for you. Glass stair railings are visually striking, but the may have left you asking are glass stair railings safe?”
The simple answer is yes. They are safe. If you love the look of a glass stair railing, you’ll be thrilled to learn that glass railings are as safe as or even safer than other types of stair railings. The safety of glass stair railings, however, depends on the quality of the installation.
Here is how the professionals at CFG Shower Doors & Closets enhance the look and functionality of your staircase while making sure they are structurally safe and secure.
Glass stair railings elevate the design of any residential or commercial space. While there are many different designs available, customization options allow you to dream up almost any configuration you want.
The beauty of glass is that it works with any type of room and complements a wide range of architectural styles and color schemes. Glass is clear, so you don’t have to worry about getting the just-right railing shade to match your space. It’s also low maintenance and long-lasting, making it a smart investment. Clean up is a breeze, just grab the windex and a microfiber cloth and remove any streaks or fingerprints.
Unlike other types of railing, glass does not break up space horizontally into two parts. Instead, glass railing facilitates the unobstructed flow of light throughout the room or staircase. The result is a space that appears larger than it is. Even the ceilings look higher than they would with a traditional railing.
When you think of a product made of glass, you may compare it to the fragility of a drinking glass. Many home and business owners are concerned that the glass will not be able to support enough weight, or that accidental blunt force could shatter it.
In reality, glass railings are just as sturdy as other materials, if the custom railings or glass stair railing kit comes from a reputable source and are installed according to best practice. Here’s why:
Tempered safety glass is heat-treated to increase the surface strength and alter the breaking pattern. It’s approximately four times stronger than typical glass and will not shatter into dangerously sharp glass shards. Instead, in the rare case, it happens to break, the tempered glass falls apart into small, relatively harmless cubes.
Unlike many other railing options, glass railings have no openings, slats, or bars that a child or pet could fall through or get stuck in. Children are unable to climb on glass railings because there is no space for them to place afoot.
Glass does not rot or decay; it maintains its integrity and remains securely in place. Glass stair railing support structures are typically made of metal, which also resists rot and decay.
High-quality fasteners enhance stability and security and reinforce the load-bearing capability of the glass railing.
Working with our team of professionals will make the customization process hassle-free and efficient, giving you the results, you want. There’s no need to settle for anything other than what you envision for the staircase.
CFG is regarded throughout all of Palm Beach and Broward County as one of the absolute best fabricators of glass for shower doors, stair railings, and even glass enclosures. If you ever find yourself in need of quality glass for your bathroom or another space area, feel free to call. We can promise that you’ll be more than happy with our work as you’re forever added to our growing list of satisfied customers. For any inquiries, you may call us at 561.989.8373 or visit our contact page.