Glass Fencing

• Frameless – 12–15 mm toughened panels anchored by stainless steel spigots. Offers the cleanest look.
• Semi-framed – 10 mm glass held in slimline aluminium or steel posts; slightly lower cost while still letting light flow.
• Channel fixed – panels set into a continuous ground channel, hiding fixings for a floating appearance.
• Balustrade-rated – engineered to meet higher load requirements for decks and balconies.

Pool barriers must comply with AS1926.1 safety standards. Key rules include:

• Minimum fence height of 1200 mm.
• No climbable zones within 900 mm of the outside face.
• Self-closing, self-latching gates opening away from the pool area.

All suppliers on ArchiPro provide products engineered and tested for compliance, giving you peace of mind during council inspections.

Budget ranges from $300–$600 per linear metre for supply only, and $400–$800 per metre installed. Variables that push price up or down include:

• Glass thickness (10 mm vs 15 mm).
• Hardware choice – standard stainless spigots versus premium marine-grade or powder-coated finishes.
• Site complexity – curved pools, sloping ground or core drilling into concrete add labour hours.
• Custom tints or frosted privacy panels.

Installer confirms lengths, gate locations and footing type.

Panels and gates are cut, edges polished and toughened to AS2208.

Core drill or trench channels, ensuring minimum 100 mm embedment.

Use packers for 50 mm ground clearance and laser levels for alignment.

Self-closing hinges and magnetic latches are adjusted before final safety certification.

• Hose rinse weekly in coastal zones to prevent salt build-up.
• Use pH-neutral glass cleaner; avoid abrasives.
• Inspect spigots annually for corrosion or loose anchors.
• Apply nano-coating to reduce water spotting.

Indoor glass fencing applies the same clear-panel approach to staircases and internal level changes, with balustrade-rated systems and compliant fixings required.

Combine glass with stone pillars for a resort look, or frame a timber deck by blending with timber fencing sections. For urban courtyards, mix clear panels with metal fencing screens to create privacy zones without losing light.

• Fencing accessories – hinges, latches and soft-close hardware.
• Composite fencing – low-maintenance privacy alternatives.
• Wire & net fencing – cost-effective rural enclosures.

Still comparing materials? Visit our fencing hub for side-by-side guidance and inspiration.