Why choose glass railings and fences from IGP Glass?
Safer, brighter spaces
- Unobstructed views for decks, stairs, and pools
- Safety glazing tailored to your project
- Low-maintenance surfaces and durable hardware
Spec-ready fabrication
- Shop drawings, submittals, and samples
- Edge polishing, drilling, cutouts, tight tolerances
- Compatible with base shoes, posts, or point supports
Built for Québec codes & winters
- Guidance aligned with guard and pool-barrier requirements
- Options for wind load and rooftop exposure
- Fast lead times; local and national delivery
Systems we fabricate
Glass Railings (Interior & Exterior)
Ideal for balconies, mezzanines, stairways, and rooftops. Panels can be clear, tinted, or low-iron with polished edges and precise drillings.
Glass Fences (Pools, Terraces & Wind Screens)
Low-visual-density barriers that keep sightlines open while managing safety and wind exposure.
- Laminated interlayers for post-breakage integrity
- Gate panels with soft-close hardware (where specified)
- Corrosion-resistant fixings for exterior installations
Best practices for a smooth project
- Select fixing method early. Base shoe, posts, or point supports drive thickness and hole locations.
- Measure after structure is set. Final site measurements cut rework and ensure tight joints.
- Consider exposure. Wind, height, and occupancy influence interlayer choice and engineering.
- Plan maintenance. Specify cleanable coatings and hardware access, especially near pools.
FAQ: glass railings & fences
Yes. We use tempered or laminated safety glass specified to applicable guard requirements. Laminated builds keep fragments attached to the interlayer for post-breakage integrity—often preferred for wind screens and high-traffic areas.
Tip: choose laminated where wind exposure or drop heights are significant.
Typical residential spans use 10–12 mm. Commercial or wind-exposed sites may require 12–15 mm or engineered laminates. The final spec depends on span, fixing method (base shoe, posts, point supports), and exposure.
Les Produits Verriers International (IGP) Inc. fabricates and supplies glass and hardware. We can connect you with qualified installers and provide technical assistance for measurement and site coordination.
Quotes are turned around quickly once we receive dimensions, panel count, fixing method, glass type (tempered/laminated), gate needs, and drawings or site photos.
Fastest path: send drawings via the contact form.
We support base shoes, stainless posts, and point-supported systems. For exterior use, we recommend corrosion-resistant fixings and optional easy-clean coatings. Plan access for periodic adjustment and cleaning.
Tempered vs. Laminated: which glass should I choose?
Tempered Glass
4–5× stronger than annealed glass and designed to granulate upon breakage. A solid choice for many guards and interior railings.
- High impact resistance and thermal shock tolerance
- Common thicknesses: 10–12 mm for residential spans
Laminated Glass
Two or more plies bonded with an interlayer (e.g., PVB or ionoplast) that retains fragments after breakage—favored for wind screens, pool fences, and high-traffic zones.
- Improved post-breakage integrity and noise reduction
- Available in low-iron, tints, and structural interlayers