Structural Glazing

A growing number of cutting-edge developments in both the commercial and the residential sector are incorporating an element of structural glazing. Structural glazing involves using glass to carry some of the structural load of the construction.

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Classic buildings may have glass installations (typically windows), but the load surrounding the glass has been carried through other mechanisms (for example window frames). Structural glazing provides an opportunity to exploit the strength which toughened glass provides and use it to help support the walls, floor or ceiling of a development. Structural glazing can have many aesthetic and functional advantages, providing a novel solution to many common construction issues.

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We are established glass manufacturers who are able to create custom structural glass installations which are suitable for homes, office blocks and related buildings. Our team is able to work with architects, surveyors and other industry professionals to come up with a cost-effective solution which fits the required design specification. The unique blend of properties which glass possesses (including its transparency, strength, durability, inertness and anti-bacterial surface) makes it ideal as a structural material which has many different applications.

Structural silicone glazing can update existing structures

As well as being a popular choice for new-build properties, glass can be installed in existing properties as part of a refurbishment or modernisation process. Because the glass is toughened so that it can be fitted without the need for a frame, a wall or similar presents as a single expanse of glass which can look extremely impressive as well as allowing a large amount of light to pass through. Suitable for exterior walls and a striking material to use as part of a floor, glass can also be used for a range of different interior installations. Glass curtain walls and balustrades are popular structural glass options for indoor spaces.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Frameless glass pool fencing consists of a toughened or “tempered” glass panel held upright with small stainless steel posts. The result is a glass barrier that is simple, strong and unobtrusive. It is particularly popular for frameless glass pool fencing applications because it permits full visibility both into and out of the pool area, simplifying supervision and thereby adding to the safety of the pool fencing.

  • Our frameless glass pool fences use 12mm toughened glass. Toughened glass is regularly used in commercial building applications such as glass railings in shopping centres and is immensely strong. It can be broken by sharp impact but in that extremely unlikely event, it breaks into small “pebbles” of glass, providing much greater safety than normal glass.

  • Toughened glass is manufactured using a process of extreme heating and rapid cooling, making it much harder, yet more flexible than normal glass. Extensively used in commercial construction such as large glass walls, skylights and office partitions, it is also widely used in domestic dwellings in fixtures like frameless shower screens, kitchen bench splashbacks, and, of course, all kinds of balustrades and pool fencing.

    Often referred to as “safety glass” the kinds of glass which can be used in all these applications is specified under Australian Standards and various building codes which serve to protect consumers. Largely heat resistant, toughened safety glass is all around you every day in many other products and, of course, we ensure all Coastline products are fully compliant with all the regulations and building codes, which keep you safe.

  • Toughened glass is very strong indeed. Think of the glass railings in your local shopping centre and the loads those railings must be able to resist. Imagine how strong those glass-clad high-rise office blocks have to be to withstand the wind 100 metres above ground or accidental impact. Our frameless glass pool fences, which use the same kind of glass, have been tested for compliance with all the requirements of safety authorities and easily passed with flying colours. Even when higher loads than necessary were applied, the posts and glass remained unaffected.

  • All glass fencing requires precise measuring which enables us to assemble all the componentry. As soon as the materials have been delivered to your home, we’ll schedule the installation which involves assembling the fence panels, positioning, core drilling the holes, and fixing of the posts. Once the posts have been installed and the epoxy compounds that hold them in place has “cured”, the glass and any gates are installed and thoroughly cleaned.

  • Soap and water is all that is needed to maintain the class and stainless steel.

  • The fence layout can be modified if necessary. Of course, as with any building project, it’s better to plan ahead to avoid the necessity and there are some factors which may need careful consideration but your Coastline professionals will be happy to discuss these issues with you at any time.