10 Reasons to use Stand-off Fittings
Structural & decorative
Our stand-off fittings come in both 50mm diameter and 30mm diameter. The 50mm diameter stand-offs are a structural fixing, that is suitable for all frameless glass balustrades. 30mm diameter stand-off fittings aren't considered structural, and are
Cable Railings and Building Regulations
Building Regulations It is important to remember that Approved Document K, BS5395 Part 1 & BS6180 require that for buildings where likely users include children under 5 years of age that:
- There should not be
When are handrails needed?
Staircases
- There should be a continuous handrail along stair flights and landings.
- Handrails should project 300mm from the end of the stair
- Stairs should have a handrail on at least one side if they are less than 1m wide. They should have a handrail on both
Is self cleaning glass worth it?
Self-cleaning glass is a specific type of glass with a surface that keeps itself free of dirt and grime. Self cleaning glass has a protective coating on the outside of the glass that acts as the 'self-cleaner'. It uses an organic process whereby dirt is broken
Is glass the expensive option?
Is glass the expensive option? Well, contrary to popular belief, glass is not usually the expensive option! Obviously there are exceptions to every rule, but we have designed our systems to ensure that they meet and exceed all relevant regulations using standard PVB glass.
For example, the
The Glass Process
There are 6 main steps in manufacturing float glass:
- Melting and refining
- Float bath
- Coating
- Annealing
- Inspection
- Cutting to order
- Toughening/tempering
Exciting additions to our Easy Adjust range!
The response to our Easy Adjust system since we launched it has been incredible. Everyone who has used it agrees that it is so easy to install, and looks incredible at the end.
There are so many great features about it designed to save you both time
White Glove Service – How It Works
We'll take you from sketch to delivery, from concept to completion!
Our White Glove Service is all about saving you time and money! By managing aspects of your supply chain, you spend less of your valuable time on site. We can send you
Standard Industry Terms
'Standard industry terms' is something you've probably seen or heard mentioned before. But what does 'standard industry terms' actually mean? Simply, it refers to the terminology that is typically used within an industry. This may mean that the same word has several different meanings, depending on
