A configuration for every setting

We offer three core balustrade styles each with flexible mounting options to match the look and loading requirements of your site.

• Frameless panels fixed with spigots, stand offs or hidden channels provide an uninterrupted sightline and a crisp modern finish that makes living spaces feel larger.
• Semi frameless systems pair slender stainless or powder coated posts with full height glass delivering extra rigidity at a lower price than full framing.
• Fully framed assemblies combine continuous top and bottom rails with safety glass panels making them ideal for high traffic public areas such as grandstands, schools and transport hubs.

Within each style you can select clear, low iron or toned glass in ten or twelve millimetre toughened or thirteen point five millimetre toughened laminated form. Handrails are available in brushed or mirror stainless, round or square aluminium powder coated to any standard colour and timber options can be sourced on request.

Engineered for safety compliance

Balustrades must resist crowd loads, line loads, wind pressure and impact. Our in-house drafters create detailed shop drawings and collaborate with structural engineers who model the system against AS 1288 and AS 1170 load cases. Approved drawings inform our production team who cut, polish and toughen every panel in our controlled facility ensuring edge quality and hole alignment. On site installers follow documented safe work methods and use torque limited tools to achieve consistent glass clamp pressure. After installation we issue compliance certificates and handover documents that strata managers and building certifiers can file for audit purposes.

Commercial expertise you can trust

Large scale developments demand precise coordination, clear communication and rigid timelines. Dedicated project managers liaise with builders, architects, facade engineers and site foremen to lock in delivery dates and integrate balustrade installation with other trades such as waterproofing, screeding and facade cladding. Night or weekend shifts are available for shopping centres, hotels and stadiums where daytime work would disrupt patrons. Our team holds all major site inductions and work under comprehensive public liability and workers compensation policies.

Domestic service that feels effortless

Homeowners enjoy the same professional approach on a smaller scale. Whether replacing dated timber rails on a balcony, adding a safety barrier around a new pool or finishing a statement staircase, our consultants guide you through design options, glass types and hardware finishes. A laser measure captures precise dimensions and rake angles so panels arrive ready to fit. Because we process glass in house and carry common fittings in stock, lead times are typically very fast.

Our proven six step process

1. Consult - discuss design goals, budget and code obligations then receive a detailed written quote.
2. Design - site measurements inform accurate shop drawings and engineering calculations.
3. Approve - once drawings and finishes are signed off we schedule production and installation.
4. Manufacture - glass is toughened or laminated, hardware is prepared and fixings are pre-assembled for speed.
5. Install - licensed glaziers fit panels, align handrails and seal penetrations keeping the site clean throughout.
6. Certify and handover - final checks confirm alignment, glass integrity and legal compliance before we issue warranty and maintenance documents.

Caring for your glass balustrade

Wash glass with warm water and a mild detergent using a soft microfiber cloth then rinse and squeegee dry. Avoid abrasive pads or harsh chemicals that can scratch glass or dull stainless. Inspect clamps, handrails and seals every six months, tightening set screws and reapplying neutral cure silicone where required. Rapid attention to chips or loose fixings prevents bigger issues and keeps your balustrade looking pristine.

Frequently asked questions

• What height must a balcony balustrade be?

  The National Construction Code generally requires one metre measured from the floor finish though local planning rules can vary. We verify the exact requirement for every site before fabrication.

• Can glass balustrades be installed on timber decks?

  Yes, provided the deck structure can carry the line loads specified in AS 1170. We can supply engineering advice or liaise with your builder to upgrade fixings if needed.

• Will the glass shatter in strong wind?

  We use heat soaked Grade A safety glass that is engineered for the regional wind pressure of your location. In rare breakage events the pane fragments into small cubes reducing injury risk. Laminated panels remain intact and bonded to the interlayer.

• Do you supply balustrades for internal stairs?

  Absolutely. Frameless or post supported glass suits timber, steel or concrete treads and brings natural light deeper into the home.

• Is a top rail compulsory?

  A continuous handrail is usually required when the drop exceeds one metre or if using stand off fixings. Our team will advise the safest, compliant option for your project.

• Can you match existing heritage fittings?

  We can fabricate custom brackets and powder coat posts to replicate older styles while upgrading glazing to current standards.

Why choose Express Glass

• Four decades of expertise across residential high rise, hospitality, health care, education and public infrastructure.
• Integrated capability - design, engineering, fabrication, installation and certification handled by one accountable team.
• National reach - branches and mobile crews cover capital cities, regional centres and remote sites.
• Quality assurance - safety glass, premium hardware and workmanship backed by clear written warranties.
• Round the clock support - 13 12 18 hotline for breakages, leaks or storm damage day or night.

Enhance safety and style with a custom glass balustrade

Talk to an Express Glass specialist today on 13 12 18, or submit an online enquiry for an obligation-free quote. Discover how a professionally designed, fully compliant glass balustrade can protect occupants, elevate design and stand strong in Australian conditions year after year.