Outdoor Glass Balustrades in Farnham

A raised patio or terrace that drops more than 600mm to the ground below requires guarding under Building Regulations Part K. Glass is the most unobtrusive option, providing the required protection without blocking light into the house or the view from the terrace.

In Lower Bourne, many properties have rear gardens that descend in terraced levels. Frameless glass guarding on the top terrace edge preserves the open feel of the garden while meeting the legal requirement. We install frameless channel-fixed systems and post-mounted systems depending on the substrate and the customer’s preference.

Raised timber and composite decks are one of the most common outdoor balustrade projects across Farnham. When a deck sits more than 600mm above ground, guarding is a requirement. Glass balustrades sit cleanly on composite decking and leave the surface finish undisturbed.

For detail on fixing methods for different deck types, see our staircase glass balustrades page for external system options.

Glass balustrades around pools and hot tubs combine safety guarding with minimal visual disruption. A frameless glass surround allows supervision from any angle, particularly important for households with children. Pool surrounds present specific hardware challenges: chlorine and pool chemicals attack metalwork, and we specify grade 316 stainless hardware and UV-stable sealants as standard.

Gate access points on pool enclosures must be self-closing and self-latching at a height that prevents child access. We design pool enclosures to meet Building Regulations requirements.

External stairs from a raised terrace or deck down to the garden need guarding on at least one side. Glass railing on external staircases follows the same structural principles as internal staircases, with fully weatherproof materials throughout.

Rain provides a useful self-cleaning effect on outdoor glass. Toughened glass is standard for most external stair applications, with grade 316 stainless fixings throughout.