Glass railings on stairs

Customer asks:

Are glass railings on stairs really at least as safe as traditional wooden stair railings?

Stair24 answers:

The concern is completely understandable—glass is often associated with fragility, while wooden railings suggest strength and a traditional sense of security.

As Stair24 experts, we confirm: high-quality glass railings are just as safe, and often even safer, than classic wooden railings.

Why is this the case? Let’s take a closer look.

Glass railings are made of tempered or laminated safety glass

Ordinary window glass is not used in stair railings.

Safety glass is up to 5–6 times stronger than regular glass, withstands strong impacts and pressure, and is designed with safety in mind.

• Tempered glass only breaks under very strong force, and when it does, it shatters into small, rounded granules that do not cut.
• Laminated glass consists of two or more layers of glass bonded together by a film. If it breaks, the shards remain adhered to the film.

This means that even in an extreme scenario, the railing cannot injure anyone by breaking or allow someone to fall through.

Glass railings are rigid and stable

A glass railing does not wobble or bend—it is one of the most stable railing solutions available.

Thanks to precise fixings, a rigidity is achieved that is comparable to metal or solid wood structures.

Stair24 uses only certified mounting systems that comply with European safety requirements.

Glass provides better visibility – especially important in families with children

It comes as a surprise to many that glass railings can be safer precisely in homes with small children:

• The stairs and their edges are always visible.
• It’s easy for a parent to monitor the child even from a distance.
• There are no horizontal bars or gaps that a child could climb.
• Clear visibility reduces the risk of tripping and falling.

Aesthetics + safety = why customers prefer glass

Glass suits both modern and classic interiors, gives the room spaciousness and light, and does not obstruct the view.

Most importantly: aesthetics do not come at the expense of safety.

Stair24 summary

Yes—high-quality safety glass stair railings are just as safe as wooden railings.

They are often even safer due to:

• Stronger material
• Greater rigidity
• Better visibility
• Safe breakage pattern
• A structure that requires minimal maintenance

If you want a solution for your home that makes no compromises on style or safety, you are in the right place. Contact Stair24 experts today to discuss your project details and find a safe glass railing solution suitable for your stairs.

Send an email: sales@stair24.com