Laminated or Tempered Glass? Which Is Safer
The difference between laminated (triplex) and tempered glass, where each is used in doors, balustrades and windows and why dimensions must be exact before ordering.
Choosing products
Glass, Stainless and Aluminium Railings: What to Know Before Ordering
Stainless steel or aluminium
| Criteria | Stainless steel | Aluminium |
|---|---|---|
| Look | Clean metallic | Light, matches aluminium windows and doors |
| Chosen when | You want a visible metal detail | You want unity with an aluminium facade |
| Glass | The same safety glass, laminated or tempered, in both cases | |
Safety glass
The panels use safety glass. We explain the difference between laminated and tempered glass in laminated or tempered glass. Tempered glass cannot be cut after tempering, so measurements must be exact before production.
How the order works
- Technical visit and on-site measurement.
- Specification sheet, approved before production.
- Manufacturing to the specification and delivery.
- Installation, final inspection and handover protocol.
What to ask
- which height and safety requirements apply under the project or building rules (ask your designer);
- which safety glass is proposed;
- which colour or finish the structure has;
- how the structure is fixed to the balcony or floor.
Common mistakes
- Ordering without on-site measurement.
- Non-safety glass in balustrades.
- Ignoring building rules on height: ask your designer.
- Not coordinating with balcony doors and windows.
Frequently asked questions
Is safety glass mandatory?
That depends on the project and building rules, so ask your designer. We make balustrades with safety glass, laminated or tempered.
How are railings measured?
Our technical team takes measurements on site and the specification is approved before production.
Are they made to the architect’s design?
Yes. Railings and balustrades are made to on-site measurements and the architectural design.
Can they be used on stairs too?
Yes, railings are installed on balconies, terraces and stairs, in residential and commercial spaces.
