DIY Glass Balustrade
Step 1. Let's get started.
The first choice you need to make when installing a glass balustrade is to decide where you are going to fix your glass and fittings from. There are two options to choose:
Deck Mount
A deck mount glass balustrade is installed on the top of the structure you are installing it on.
Installation Methods include the use of:
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Spigots - Hold the glass from the bottom
- Posts - Hold the glass from the side
- Channel - Hold the glass from the bottom
A deck mount glass balustrade is the most common installation method.
Face Mount
A face mount glass balustrade is installed on the face of the structure you are installing it on.
Installation Methods include the use of:
- Spigots - Hold the glass from the bottom
- Standoffs - Hold the glass through pre-drilled holes along the bottom face
- Channel - Hold the glass from the bottom
A face mount glass balustrade is commonly installed on stairs or smaller decks where there is limited room. This is the less invasive method of installation.
