Is the glass fragile? Yes, but if it's treated and installed in the right way, it's very strong and very suitable for use as a filler for railings.
1. What types of glass do glass railings have?
For glass barriers, you will find different types of glass panels on the market, either toughened or laminated, or a combination of the two. In general, float glass is the basis for these types of glass:
Frameless glass railings provide a unobstructed view and have the least impact on the appearance of the building without affecting the safety. In particular, homeowners with ocean, river or urban features choose frameless glass railings to ensure maximum view from balconies and houses. Absolute railings are available in all of our glass railing products with grade a tempered glass or tempered laminated safety glass.