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Luxury looks and show-stopping views with glass railing. If you want to open up your deck view, there’s no better option than glass. For a bright, expansive deck, check out our range of premium, sparkling glass railing systems.
Quality glass railings in-stock with fast shipping. DecksDirect stocks the best glass railing systems with components in-stock and ready to ship to your door. If you need planning help, call our experienced team today!
Love your deck but hate the claustrophobic feel of typical railing systems? Glass deck railing systems provide a perfect blend of style and functionality for your outdoor space. These railings offer a seamless view, ensuring no beautiful sunset or serene garden is ever out of sight. Glass deck rails are just one example of our fantastic selection of deck railing systems.
The clear panels enhance the aesthetic appeal of your deck and give it a modern edge that's hard to match. Durable and easy to maintain, glass deck rails provide longevity and beauty with minimal upkeep. Take your deck to the next level with a solution that combines luxury with practicality, making every outdoor moment worth savoring.
DecksDirect offers glass deck railings from top brands like Trex and TimberTech, along with new innovators like Skyline and AFCO. Each brand provides specific features that cater to different design tastes and functional requirements. Some are known for their sleek, contemporary look and durability, while others blend classic style and robust performance. You can tailor systems to fit your needs.
Glass deck railing systems embrace beauty and practicality. The transparency of glass allows for a full appreciation of your surrounding landscape or ocean views without the obstruction typical railings often pose. Plus, glass deck rail systems are remarkably easy to maintain; they resist weathering and don't require painting or staining.
The strength of tempered glass also ensures that your railing is as durable as it is elegant, providing safety without sacrificing style. Opt for a glass deck railing system and experience a clear difference in your outdoor living space. With glass rails, you get:
DecksDirect has glass deck railings for a wide range of outdoor settings. Check out images of past projects to see what glass decking rails can do for your space.
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If you’ve ever wondered how durable glass deck railings are, you’re not alone. We were curious ourselves, so we set up some tests. See for yourself how glass deck rails stand up to ice, golf balls, baseballs, and more.
As the nation's #1 direct supplier of deck railing, DecksDirect has the answers to all your glass deck railing questions. You can rely on us and our team of seasoned deck planning experts for accurate, dependable information.
There’s nothing like glass when it comes to expanding your deck view and making your outdoor living space feel bigger. Glass railings give you a robust and sturdy structure around the perimeter of your deck without cutting into your view. They also invite light, which makes your deck space feel more expansive.
Glass is a strong and durable railing option that doesn’t require much regular maintenance outside of light cleaning.
Glass deck railing is made up of (1) glass panels or balusters, (2) rails, and (3) posts, as shown below:
Rails are the long, horizontal bars — most railing systems will have a top rail and a bottom rail made of metal, wood, or composite, but some glass railings don't need a top rail for an especially expanded deck view. Posts are the thick, vertical pieces that give your railing strength. They're also usually made of metal or wood with a composite post sleeve. Glass railing takes its name from the glass panels (or smaller individual glass balusters) that fit between the posts and rails for a wide-open deck view.
If you’ve ever felt a glass deck railing, you know how sturdy and secure they are when appropriately installed. Glass deck railings use tempered glass panels, which are specially treated to be four or more times stronger than regular glass.
Glass railings use sturdy tempered glass panels or balusters. Unlike other glass forms, tempered glass has been treated to be especially tough and strong.
Tempered glass is treated with heat to make it much stronger and less breakable than regular glass. First, the glass is heated to an extremely high temperature and then quickly cooled. This forges the glass panel into an incredibly hardened surface that’s at least four times stronger than the original glass. Tempered glass is also designed to break safely — in the rare event that tempered glass breaks, it snaps into small, rounded-off pieces rather than large, sharp shards.
DecksDirect is the best place to buy your glass deck railing systems. Here’s why:
Real People, Real Service: Every deck space is unique. Instead of an impersonal, one-size-fits-all railing plan, our team of deck project planners can help you build a railing plan carefully tailored to your space, your family, and your view. Let our team guide you through the options for your glass railing system to find the best fit for you.
Largest in-stock selection You won’t find more glass railing system options anywhere. We carry a huge set of railing choices, including custom-cut glass panels to exactly fit your space.
Completely fast We take pride in our ability to build you a plan that includes every part you need and get it all to your doorstep — fast. DecksDirect will keep your project moving so you can start enjoying your dream deck.
Call us at 1-888-824-5316 for a free consultation with an experienced deck project planner. The planner will get to know you and suggest some glass railing ideas to build the perfect plan for your needs.
It can be—but it doesn’t have to be! At DecksDirect, we offer custom-cut glass in 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch thick panels. That means you can measure out your space, call us at 1-888-824-5316, and order custom-sized panels created specifically to fit your space.
Accurate measurements of your space are essential to ensure a proper fit of glass railings. When measuring for custom glass panels, we recommend measuring all dimensions to within 1/4 of an inch.
We’re always working to make things easier. To ensure totally accurate measurements, call our team at 1-888-824-5316. Our experienced deck project planners will walk you through the measuring process, ensuring you get all the dimensions you need to start your project.
Glass deck railings can use either full-size panels or smaller glass balusters. Both give the same main advantages: a better view and more light. Glass balusters are more cost-effective and allow a natural breeze to flow through your deck. You can also use glass balusters on stair railings, something full panels can’t do. Full panels form a solid barrier around your deck, keeping small objects from falling through the spaces.
Both glass panels and glass balusters are great options. If you’re struggling to decide between them, call our team at 1-888-824-5316 to learn more about the pros and cons of your specific space and needs.
Each glass deck railing system installs differently. Some glass railings, like Skyline Framed Glass Railing, have a top and bottom rail to secure the glass panels. Others, like Skyline Frameless Glass Railing, hold the glass between posts without using top or bottom rails
Some railings for baluster-based systems include dedicated glass baluster connectors. Others, like Fortress AL13 Pure View Glass Railing and Fortress FE26 Pure View Glass Railing, have slots built into their top and bottom rails for balusters to slide into.
No matter your system, DecksDirect’s team of experienced deck project planners can help you through installation. Call us at 1-888-824-5316 to find a system you can install with our help.
Each glass railing system uses clamps or dadoes to hold each panel in place. Clamps attach to the front and back of your panels, locking them securely in place. Skyline Frameless Glass Railing is a glass railing system that uses the clamp method. Most of our glass railing offerings use dadoes to attach glass. Dadoes are grooves in rails and posts — glass panels slide into the grooves and are held securely in place by the rails and posts.
If your railing system uses full glass panels, stairs require a lot of precise planning and measuring to create - but our team is here to help. Just give our team a call at 1-888-824-5316 to create a plan that's perfect for your deck - whether you want to measure for custom glass panels or use glass balusters as a simpler, compatible option for stairs.
At DecksDirect, we only carry products that create premium, low-maintenance decks. Each glass railing system is strong and secure, requiring very little regular maintenance compared to wood railings that must be inspected for rot and replaced regularly.
The most regular upkeep you’ll have to do on your glass railing is regular cleaning, which is as easy as spraying with a glass cleaner and wiping with a clean rag or sponge. You can also mix two tablespoons of liquid dish soap with warm water and wipe down your glass railings with a rag or squeegee to make your glass railing shine.
If you're looking for the easiest clean possible, check out Skyline Frameless Glass Railing or Skyline Framed Glass Railing, which feature Carefree Clean™ glass panels that are specially treated to clean up faster and easier.
DecksDirect is the go-to source for glass deck railings. We offer a fantastic inventory and quick turnarounds, so you can be assured you’re getting what you need when you need it. Plus, we provide unbeatable customer service and a no-hassle return policy. Shop now to take advantage of the DecksDirect difference.
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