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The Pros And Cons Of Glass Deck Railings

15 August 2018

Ray Moreno

If you have a deck, there are many different materials that you can select from to use for a railing. This includes wood, iron, steel or glass. If you are on the fence about whether glass railings are ideal for your fence, learning about the pros and cons associated with this type of material may help you make a decision. Here are a couple of the pros and cons of glass deck railings. 

Cons of Glass Deck Railings

• The Cost

One of the biggest downsides associated with glass deck railings is their cost. Glass deck railings are one of the more pricey railing options for your deck. It is important to point out that glass does vary based on the exact thickness and type of glass you select for your railing. However, if you are on a budget or looking to keep the cost of railings low, glass railings may not be the best option for your deck. 

• Cleaning

The other disadvantage to glass deck railings is that they may need to be cleaned a lot more frequently than other railing materials to keep them looking their best. Glass railings show smudges, fingerprints, dust, dirt and water spots. Other materials, such as wood and metal, hide hand prints and water better. If you want a material that does not require a lot of cleaning, glass is not it. 

The Pros of Glass Deck Railings

• The View

The top benefit associated with glass deck railings is that this railing type is translucent and see through. If you have a gorgeous view, the last thing you may wish to do is put up a railing that blocks or impedes this view. Since glass can be seen through, you can easily view the ocean, the mountains or surrounding preserves right from your deck when you install this type of railing. 

• The Aesthetic

The other advantage of installing glass deck railings is the aesthetic or overall look and feel of the railing. Glass railings have a clean, modern look to them. If your house has a modern feel to it, you want a railing that matches this aesthetic. Glass railings are one of the trendiest railing options at the moment. 

If you are looking for a material that shows off the view you have and/or is modern, sleek and trendy, glass may be the perfect option for your deck railing. Contact a deck railing specialist today to learn more about glass railings and to obtain an estimate. 

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