Are Glass Balustrade Staircases the Wow Factor Missing in Your Home?
A glass balustrade is a type of railing that is used in different parts of your home, such as the staircase, and the balcony. They can transform your staircase into the focal point of your house, while at the same time blending in with the design of your home. Most homeowners are replacing the traditional railings on staircases and having custom glass balustrade installed instead, and with good reasons too. Read on to find some of the benefits of using custom glass balustrade staircases in your home other than extreme beauty and modernity.
Durability
If you live in a home with children, pets or have to contend with the Australian storms, the idea of using glass in your home might not be on your to-do list because of the notion that glass is delicate. However, glass balustrade is robust because it is made from tempered glass that is practically indestructible. Most contractors will build glass balustrade to be about 12mm thick. However, the beauty of customized services is that you can request the contractor to thicken it further, although it is going to cost you a little more. Moreover, unlike wood, glass is not prone to attack by pests such as powder post beetles, and the wharf borer. This ensures that your railing will last a long time.
Ease of maintenance
The look of a just installed glass balustrade stairway is priceless, and anyone will want to keep that look for the longest time possible. This can be achieved with effective cleaning. It is effortless to maintain the glass balustrade in your home because all that you will have to do is buy a commercial glass cleaning agent and wipe the railing with a cloth.
They make your home look spacious
Using glass balustrade as a railing for your staircase will create the illusion that your room has a lot of space, when in fact, it is merely an illusion. Because the staircase is elevated, especially when you select balustrade that is frameless, clear and see-through, your room will be transformed into an expansive atmosphere.
Brighter is always better
A glass balustrade is clear, and will not block sunlight like wooden and concrete railings do. Moreover, the glass allows the light to reflect to other parts of the room, and your house will look much brighter than it would with other railings.
Are you ready to add a custom staircase to your home? Contact local contractors to learn more about your options.