Glass railing with talon spigots sits on a second floor deck.

How To Buy Glass Railing

Find your style, customize your railing, and order with confidence

The Process: Design | Quote | Approval

Start with Design

With so many styles and options to choose from, start by mixing and matching until your railing feels just right.

Choose Your System

The perfect glass railing is here, whether it's for your stairs, deck, or landing.

Select Your Glass Panels

From ultra-clear to frosted, pick the right style for your space.

Low-iron Staphire Glass

Starphire®

Low-iron, ultra-clear glass

Solar Gray glass panels

Solar Gray

Darkly tinted for a rich, modern look

Solar Bronze Vedera Glass railing

Solar Bronze

A dark amber tint that exudes luxury

Frosted glass panels on a Base Rail system

Frosted

Lets in light without sacrificing privacy

Mounting Styles for Posts and Barrier Posts

Choose the right style and fit for your deck, balcony or stairs.

Standard mount glass post

Standard Mount

Installed on top of level surfaces
includes foot cover

Glass Post Side Mount

Side Mount

Installed to the fascia
without affecting waterproofing

Glass Post Slim Side Mount

Slim Side Mount

Installed to the fascia
with a minimal bracket

 

Glass Post Bump Out Slim Side Mount

Slim Side Mount Bump Out

Installed to the fascia
bumps out around overhangs

Glass Post Special Application Mount

Special Application

Installed on solid concrete or stone
with an oversized plate

Glass Post Angled Foot Mount

Angled Foot Mount

Installed on top of an angled surface
includes foot cover

 

Glass Post Core Drill Mount

Core Drill Mount

Installed into a pre-drilled hole in concrete surfaces

 

Powder Coat Colors

Choose from our standard colors or create your own. Go to Powder Coat Visualizer

Image of all standard powder coat colors - Alabaster White, Bright Brass, Bright White, Burnished Bronze, Burnished Gold, Deep Pewter, Desert Sand, Graphite Gray, Gray Mist, Iron Oxide, Jet Black, Light Bronze, Limestone Buff, Midnight Blue, Pistachio Green, Polished Silver, Spruce Green, Standard Black, Textured Black, Texture Plaster, Warm Stone

Handrail

For Post style glass railing, choose coastal-rated metal in two installation styles or exterior or interior wood. Explore all

Aluminum Quick Slide

Standard Quick Slide
Interior/Exterior

Aluminum Beverage Quick Slide

Beverage Quick Slide
Interior/Exterior

Stainless Handrail With Plugged End

1″ x 2″ Steel
Interior/Exterior

Round Metal Handrail 2″

2″ Round Steel
Interior/Exterior

5600 Series Wood Handrail

5600 Series
Interior

6000 Series Wood Handrail

6000 Series
Interior

6002 Series Wood Handrail

6002 Series
Interior

6005 Series Wood Handrail

6005 Series
Interior

6200 Series Wood Handrail

6200 Series
Interior

6601 Ipe Series Wood Handrail

6001 Ipe Series
Exterior

6007 Series Wood Handrail

6007 Series
Exterior

Top Cap

For glass styles without posts, choose between aluminum and wood top caps. Or, go minimal with no top cap at all (where code allows).

Walnut - Wood Top Cap For Glass

Wood Top Cap
Multiple Stains/Species Options

Aluminum Top Cap

Aluminum Top Cap
Multiple Powder Coat/Finish Options

Accessories

LED Lighting
LED strips integrated directly into the handrail or top cap.

Gates
Single or double door, self-closing, keyed or magnetic latches.

Integrated Handrail
A graspable rail integrated with the glass for commercial or residential use.

Integrated wood handrail in a commercial project, where an aluminum top cap exists as well.

Next, Request Your Quote

We've broken the process down to three easy steps.

A man leans down and records measurements on a sheet of paper

1. Assess Your Site

Spend a few minutes collecting the details:

  • Length of each level run
  • Length, number of steps, and angle of each stair runs
  • Mounting surface, such as  wood, concrete, steel, or fascia
  • Grade and terrain, such as changes in elevation, slopes, or curb details
Blueprint set down on a deck floor

2. Gather Documentation

This could include any or all of the following:

  • Hand sketches
  • Photos
  • CAD files
  • PDFs
  • Blueprints
Vedera Glass on FLIGHT Mono with white powder-coated stringer and handrail.

3. Fill Out the Form

With measurements and documents in hand (or even just an idea), it's time to submit your quote request.

Fill it out with as much info as you have and we'll get back to you in one business day to walk through next steps.

Request A Quote

Choose Viewrail Certified Installers

Decided on your railing style? Let our nation-wide network of Viewrail Certified Installers handle the rest.

From coming to the job site and taking precise measurements to bringing all materials and installation your railing professionally, they’ll handle everything.

If you opt to DIY, you’ll still enjoy nationwide shipping, receive easy-to-follow installation instructions, and responsive customer service.

A Certified Viewrail Installer stands confidently in front of a Viewrail van

Finally, Approve Your System

Work with your Viewrail team to finalize your design and approve the plan.

An exterior glass railing system with Talon Spigots shown near a pool.

Work Through and Approve Final Design

Once you’ve sent off your quote form and heard back from us, you’ll work on nailing down all of your design decisions. You’ll receive:

  • Design Confirmation – a Viewrail specialist reviews measurements, proposes post layout, and confirms finishes.
  • Engineering – post spacing, mount type, and finish tweaks to keep both aesthetics and budget in line.
  • Project Files and Proposal – every component labeled; PDFs and 3-D viewer links for easy review.hardware, factory tensioning, freight, and a lead-time estimate.

You’ll receive a digital sign-off sheet for your approval. Be sure to verify the design, components, dimensions, and finishes before signing off. Any changes after this stage could extend the lead time or add remake costs.

Once you sign off on your drawings, your spot is saved for the fabrication of your custom stair system. Before you know it, your entire system will be delivered to your door. Or, if you’re using a Certified Installer, they’ll bring your system with them to the project site for installation.

 

Ready for Your Quote?

Work with us to turn your vision into reality.

Frequently Asked Questions