Glass to the stairs

shaun1969

9 years ago

Could I ask how easy it is to get a glass merchant to make something similar to what you have done here? We are buying a house which needs opening up and this feels like just the thing for it.

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9 years ago
Hi Shaun
Your local glass merchant will probably have experience of these balustrades or he will certainly be able to recommend someone. The glass itself can finished with details like the spots on this one to make it less harsh and to announce to passers by that there is glass there! The ironmongery to hold the glass in place is dependent on each situation. We were able to conceal them completely but there are less expensive options out there.
Regards Steve McStea
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