Glass Balustrades

Glass Balustrades

Frameless and semi-frameless structural glass balustrades for staircases, balconies, and mezzanines — laminated safety glass with UK-compliant fixing systems.

Glass balustrades from Trent Glass are structural safety-glass barrier systems for staircases, balconies, mezzanines, terraces, and Juliet windows. Manufactured from toughened laminated glass (typically 21.5 mm or 25.5 mm) with our choice of channel-set frameless, spigot-fixed, or top-rail systems, our balustrades are engineered to BS 6180 and CWCT TN 66 UK load requirements.

Each balustrade is delivered with structural calculations and independent testing certificates when required for building control sign-off. Bespoke shapes, curved panels, and integrated LED options available.

Key Features

  • BS 6180 Compliant — Domestic and commercial line-load ratings (0.36–3.0 kN/m)
  • Toughened Laminated Safety Glass — Fails safe with post-breakage integrity
  • Frameless Options — Channel-set base with polished edges
  • Spigot-Fixed — Discrete stainless steel mini-post system
  • Structural Calculations Included — Third-party sign-off ready
  • Bespoke Shapes — Curved, angled, and stepped configurations

Ideal Applications

  • Domestic staircases (Part K compliance)
  • Commercial mezzanines and offices
  • Balcony and terrace edge-protection
  • Juliet balconies
  • Retail and hospitality mezzanines
  • Roof terraces and pool surrounds

Technical Specifications

Glass Type Toughened laminated safety glass
Standard Thickness 21.5 mm (10-1.52-10) or 25.5 mm (12-1.52-12)
Interlayer PVB or SGP structural interlayer
Load Rating 0.36 / 0.74 / 1.5 / 3.0 kN/m (per BS 6180)
Fixing Systems Channel-set / Spigot / Standoff / Top-rail
Height Standard 1100 mm; bespoke to project
Certification BS 6180 + CWCT TN 66 + heat-soak tested (EN 14179)