Frameless Glass Railings

Serving Kelowna, Vernon & the Okanagan

Add sophistication and clarity to your home or business with frameless glass railings from Archistruct Glass. The frameless look removes visual heaviness to give you unobstructed views outdoors and a minimalist airy feel indoors. No longer reserved for high-end commercial buildings, frameless railings are becoming a popular choice for contemporary homes adding openness to decks, staircases, and balconies.

Why Frameless Glass Railings?

Although glass has a reputation for being fragile, our glass railings are meant to keep you protected. The tempered safety glass we use is built to withstand temperature changes, harsh weather, and even substantial impact.

Since there are no frames, your frameless glass balcony lets you enjoy open vistas without any interruptions.

With only minimal hardware required for a frameless glass railing system, there are fewer areas for dirt to collect which in turn means less cleaning.

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How Thick Should Frameless Glass Be?

Frameless glass railings typically use ½ inch (12 mm) or ⅝ inch (15 mm) thick tempered glass.

The thicker the glass, the sturdier the railing will feel — an important consideration for exterior or high-traffic installations.

Laminated Safety Glass

It doesn’t matter if you want a frameless glass deck railing or a frameless glass handrail, it must be strong enough to hold people if they lean on them. Laminated safety glass is just the ticket. features two or more glass layers bonded with a clear interlayer. Even if broken, the glass remains bonded to this layer adding additional security – perfect for homes with kids, pets and occasional bouts of clumsiness. You can have various finishes for your safety glass.

Clear Glass

Clear glass creates an airy, unobstructed feel and is perfect for spaces where you want to maintain visibility and maximise light. Low-iron clear glass gives you supreme clarity without the greenish tinge that regular glass affords.

Frosted or Etched Glass

Frosted and etched finishes are ideal when you want a touch of privacy without sacrificing light. You still get natural light, but visibility is softened. These glass styles are popular for staircases, interior mezzanines, or pool areas where a little discretion enhances the overall aesthetic.

Tinted or Coloured Glass

Tinted or coloured glass railings allow you to make a statement. Available in tones like grey, bronze, low-Iron, these options reduce glare and heat while adding personality and depth to your design.

Hardware Finishes

While frameless railings minimize visible hardware, the components you do see can make a big design statement. At Archistruct Glass, we offer a range of finishes to match your architectural style and other fixtures. Choose from chrome, brushed stainless steel, and matte black. If you want a custom colour, we’ll be happy to source it for you in a durable powder coated finish.

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Where Frameless Glass Railings Work Best

Frameless glass railings work on the ‘less is more’ principle and look their best where the lack of visible hardware adds expanse.

Decks and Balconies

Frameless glass deck railings create a safe boundary for decks, balconies, and pools without obscuring views.

Staircases

Frameless balustrades give staircases a contemporary, open look, allowing natural and artificial light to flow throughout.

Commercial Spaces

Frameless glass railings add sophistication to hotel terraces, office mezzanines, shopping centres and more.

The Installation Journey

Installing frameless glass railings doesn’t have to be complicated. At Archistruct Glass, we make the process straightforward from start to finish.

Consultation & Quote

We begin with a conversation about your space, vision, and budget before providing a detailed quote.

Measurements & Preparation

Our team assesses your layout and recommends the best mounting style for your property and budget — whether that’s base-mounted, fascia-mounted, or standoff installations. We then measure and prep the area.

Installation

Once your custom panels are ready, we install your glass panels, clear up after ourselves, walkthrough the job with you, and make tweaks if necessary.

Why Choose Archistruct Glass?

As a local, family-run company, we treat every project like we would our own home. With us you get:

Over 50 years of glazing experience
Expert craftsmen
Custom designs and installations
Great warranties on glass panels and workmanship