Glass railings for terraces and balconies: what you need to know

Why choose glass railings for a terrace?

Traditional metal or wooden railings are being replaced by glass for three reasons:

1. They do not block the view — you see the garden, the city, the mountains
2. Maximum daylight — especially important for a small apartment balcony
3. Modern design — looks top-tier

Outdoor glass railings: technical requirements

Outdoor conditions bring extra challenges. You need:

• AISI 316 stainless steel (not 304) — resistant to moisture and salt, suitable even for coastal conditions
• Laminated (VSG) glass — stays in one piece even if broken (safe for a balcony)
• Weather-resistant sealing — silicone with UV protection
• Drainage system — so rainwater does not pool and cause corrosion

Outdoor glass railing prices

Component

Price

Basic outdoor railing (aluminium profile + VSG glass)

from €4,560 (typical 5 m, Vilnius, installed)

Balcony railing with handrail

priced from your dimensions

Terrace railing (longer)

priced from your dimensions

With integrated LED lighting

priced from your dimensions

The Lithuanian climate and glass railings

The Lithuanian climate is harsh — temperatures range from -25 °C to +35 °C, heavy precipitation, snow. But glass railings are perfectly suitable, provided these conditions are met:

• Use AISI 316 steel (not 304)
• Laminated (VSG) glass (resistant to weather changes)
• Sealing done properly (silicone with UV protection)
• Regular cleaning (1-2 times a year)

The railings we install run trouble-free for 15+ years. With a 5-year warranty.

Tips before you order

1. Think about the view — the smoother the glass, the better the view
2. Account for wind load — high-rise balcony railings need to be stronger
3. Check the building's balcony structure — whether it can carry the weight of the railing
4. Plan for maintenance — how you will clean it (especially from the outside)
5. Take the long view — cutting costs on material quality pays back negatively within a few years through corrosion and replacement costs