Reasons Why Glass Railings Are a Popular Choice for Businesses

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Many businesses have beautiful staircases and balconies with wood, iron, or brass railings. However, some of these businesses are now choosing railings made from heavy-duty hospitality glass instead due to the many benefits they offer over their metal or wood counterparts. Here are six reasons why glass railings are so popular in today's market.

Ease of Maintenance

Glass railings for balconies and staircases are easy to maintain because they are made with tempered glass. Tempered glass is treated at a very high temperature, so it is extremely tough and can withstand temperature changes without breaking or shattering.

Glass railings are also pretty easy to clean. Because they are made from tempered glass, they are nonporous — in other words, your handrail will not gather any fingerprints or smudges. You can use one of two methods to clean your business' glass railing: wash it with soap and water or wipe it with a quality glass cleaner and damp cloth. Either way, your rail will be as good as new in no time!

Aesthetic Appeal

Glass railings offer a sleek, modern aesthetic that is eye-catching and aesthetically pleasing. Plus, they are available in different colors, textures, and shapes, allowing you to customize their design to match the style of your space. The transparency of glass also allows natural light to come into the building, making it seem more spacious and welcoming.

Durability

Glass railings are safe and durable because they will not rust, chip, or corrode like metal railings. They are also virtually unbreakable and will not shatter into sharp shards like acrylic or plastic railings. But perhaps best of all, glass railings will never develop mold and mildew or harbor vermin like wood railings can. Plus, as long as the glass is tempered, it is nearly impossible to break with bare hands. Tempered glass is four to five times stronger than standard or "annealed" glass and can withstand anything short of an explosion.

Improved Property's Resale Value

Glass railings are not only aesthetically pleasing, easy to maintain, and tough, but they can also add to your property's resale value. Glass railings will give your property a unique grace and make it stand out from the rest. The glass railing will also allow you to show off any special features in your building that you want buyers to notice. If you plan on selling your property in the future, installing glass railings is a good idea.

Easy Installation

Glass railings are a popular choice because they are so easy to install. There are only glass panels and a railing to deal with, and the entire thing can be put up in as little as an hour. This makes them the perfect choice if you have been looking for something that will improve your business without costing too much or taking too much time.

Eco-Friendly

Glass is chemically inert, which means it will not cause harmful substances to leach into your building's soil. Glass also requires less energy to manufacture and can be recycled when it reaches the end of its life cycle. Both of these qualities make glass railings an eco-friendly choice.

With these benefits, we hope you will consider glass railings as the perfect addition to your business! If you want to learn more about how these glass railings can benefit your business, please get in touch with Lighthouse Shower Doors Inc.! They will answer all of your questions and help you choose an option that is right for you.