Frameless Glass Balustrade Kit - 5.0m - Complete System

Complete frameless glass balustrade kit covering a 5.0m straight run (twice the coverage of the 2.5m kit). The aluminium channel system holds toughened or toughened-laminated glass securely with no visible posts, giving an uninterrupted view - the premium specification for modern balconies, terraces, decking and stairwells. Choose your glass thickness, fix type (base or side) and finish (anodised aluminium or powder-coated black). All gaskets, wedges, end caps and fixings included; you supply only the glass.

What's Included in Each 5.0m Kit

• 1 x 5.0m aluminium channel (sized to the chosen fix type and finish)
• Gasket set sized to your chosen glass thickness
• Rubber wedges for glass clamping
• End caps for both channel ends
• All required fixings

Choosing Your Options

Glass thickness: Match the kit to your glass thickness exactly - the gaskets and wedges are sized to grip that specific thickness. Available for: 12-12.76mm (standard toughened), 13.52mm, 15mm, 16.76mm, 17.52mm (standard toughened laminated), 19mm, 20.76mm and 21.52mm (heavy-duty laminated).

Base fix vs side fix: Base fix mounts on top of the floor surface (the channel is visible, sitting on the deck/floor). Side fix mounts to the side or fascia (the channel is hidden behind cladding for a cleaner look from above). Base fix is the most common; side fix is preferred for balconies and mezzanines where you want the cleanest possible top edge.

Finish: Anodised aluminium for a clean silver/satin industry-standard look, or powder-coated black for a darker architectural finish matching modern dark window frames and cladding.

Designed For Toughened and Laminated Glass

This channel system holds toughened or toughened-laminated safety glass between 12mm and 21.52mm thick. For frameless installations protecting a drop above 600mm without a handrail, UK Building Regulations Part K and BS 6180 require toughened laminated glass - typically the 17.52mm or 21.52mm variants. For framed installations or lower-drop applications, 12mm toughened is suitable. See our glass panel ranges for matching infill.

Installation Notes

The aluminium channel is supplied in a single 5.0m length and can be cut on site with a fine-tooth saw if you need a shorter run. Fix to a structural concrete or steel base through the pre-drilled holes. Insert the glass with gaskets and rubber wedges, then tap home with the supplied wedge tool (or buy our wedge insertion tool separately). End caps finish both ends.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in the 5.0m kit?
Each kit contains a 5.0m aluminium channel, gaskets, rubber wedges, end caps and all required fixings - everything needed to install a 5.0m run of frameless glass balustrade. You supply only the glass.

Base fix or side fix - which do I need?
Base fix mounts the channel on top of the floor/deck surface (the most common installation, the channel sits visibly on the surface). Side fix mounts the channel to the side or face of the structure (used for balcony fascias, terraces, mezzanines - the channel is hidden behind the cladding for a cleaner look).

What glass thickness should I choose?
Match the kit to your glass thickness exactly. The kit includes the correct gaskets and wedges sized to grip that glass safely. Common choices: 12mm and 12.76mm for budget toughened-only balustrades (framed or low-rise), 17.52mm or 21.52mm laminated for safety-critical fall protection on upper floors.

Anodised aluminium or powder-coated black?
Both are aluminium channels - the difference is the finish. Anodised has a clean silver/satin aluminium look (industry standard, suits most contemporary installs). Powder-coated black is for buyers wanting a darker, more architectural finish - matches dark window frames, black handrails and modern cladding.

What length of balustrade does the kit cover?
5.0m of straight balustrade run. For longer runs, buy multiple kits or use the 5.0m kit. For corners, add a corner piece (sold separately).

Can I cut the channel to length?
Yes - the aluminium channel can be cut to length on site with a fine-tooth saw. End caps fit either end. Cut ends should be deburred and re-protected with a suitable finish if you want to maintain the visual.

Do I need any other components?
To install a complete frameless balustrade you'll need: this kit + the right thickness of toughened or toughened-laminated glass + concrete or substrate to fix to. For corners, end terminations or longer runs, add corner pieces and additional kits. Glass is sold separately - see our 12mm toughened and 17.5mm/21.5mm laminated ranges.