Balustrades Glass barriers are used in buildings for a number of purposes and allow the maximum flow of light and view both inside and outside the structure. The four main areas that glass is used are: in external windows to prevent people falling out of a building, on balconies and terraces either inside or out, around stairs and lifts,

With the Pilkington glass range we can offer high light transmission with solar control and retain the natural look with neutral appearance glass products. At the other extreme we can restrict light and solar gain in varying proportions and add colour or reflection into the products.

Balustrades Glass barriers are used in buildings for a number of purposes and allow the maximum flow of light and view both inside and outside the structure. The four main areas that glass is used are: in external windows to prevent people falling out of a building, on balconies and terraces either inside or out, around stairs and lifts,

Pilkington Optiwhite™ is the ideal solution for glass doors, glass partitions, glass stairs, balustrades, and more. Interior glazing is increasingly popular in commercial and residential buildings in order to allow natural light to flow throughout the building or as a design feature.

Pilkington Optilam™ I Translucent White is a laminated glass incorporating a matt milky/white translucent interlayer. It maintains light penetration but provide privacy. It is designed to scatter light or appear translucent. Pilkington Optilam™ is produced by combining two or more sheets of glass with polyvinylbutyral (PVB) interlayers.

Entrance canopies are overhead glazing by definition and the selection of an impact resistant durable product is essential. The common forms are framed single glass using either Pilkington Optilam™ or Pilkington Optifloat™ THS (toughened heat soaked glass).

With both infill glass panels and free-standing glass balustrades, there is an additional requirement to ensure that glass can resist impact and containment. Full height barriers are different to the former in that the glass forms part or all of a wall.

There are numerous structural glass systems offered by various suppliers that open up vast possibilities for architects, allowing them to create a complete glass envelope for buildings with frameless façades on any plane.

Glass barriers such as balustrades or balconies are also popular additions to the home. Consider the range of options available to enhance your home with glass. Product categories relevant for internal partitions

Pilkington OptiView ™, with its anti-reflective properties, allows the showroom interior to be seen at its best providing the customer with a clear, eye-catching display. When combined with the almost ‘colourless’ low-iron Pilkington Optiwhite ™, a true representation of the products is provided.