Residential glass railings enclosing an elevated balcony on a modern home, using transparent glass panels to provide unobstructed lake and mountain views from the outdoor seating area.

Residential Glass Railings for Homes That Prioritize Safety and Sightlines

Residential glass railings are designed to provide dependable fall protection for homes while preserving light, visibility, and architectural openness. These systems function as compliant guard railings for interior and exterior residential spaces, supporting safety without introducing visual barriers.

Introduction

Glass Railing Systems Designed for Residential Living

Residential properties require railing systems that balance safety, aesthetics, and daily use. Glass railings are commonly selected for homes because they protect elevated areas; such as stairs, decks, and balconies; while maintaining clear sightlines throughout the space.

Tenmar designs residential glass railing systems using safety glass and site-specific fabrication to ensure each installation aligns with the home’s layout and guard requirements.

Interior glass staircase modern home design featuring clear glass railings along an open stairwell, allowing light to flow through the main living space of a contemporary residence.
Interior glass staircase modern home design featuring clear glass railings along an open stairwell, allowing light to flow through the main living space of a contemporary residence.

Our Services

Tenmar's Glass Railing Systems

Frameless glass railings on a modern patio overlooking a mountain lake in the Fraser Valley.
Frameless glass railings on a modern patio overlooking a mountain lake in the Fraser Valley.
Frameless glass railings on a modern patio overlooking a mountain lake in the Fraser Valley.

Frameless Glass Railings

Maximize your view with fully frameless glass railings. No posts, no cap rails - just clear, uninterrupted glass engineered for safety and built to BC standards.

Semi-frameless glass railings installed on a cedar deck with panoramic water and mountain views in British Columbia.
Semi-frameless glass railings installed on a cedar deck with panoramic water and mountain views in British Columbia.
Semi-frameless glass railings installed on a cedar deck with panoramic water and mountain views in British Columbia.

Semi-frameless railings

Get the glass railing look you want at a price that works. Semi-frameless systems combine aluminum support with clear glass panels for safety, style, and long-term value.

Curved interior staircase with custom glass railings and wood steps designed and installed by Tenmar Contracting.
Curved interior staircase with custom glass railings and wood steps designed and installed by Tenmar Contracting.
Curved interior staircase with custom glass railings and wood steps designed and installed by Tenmar Contracting.

Curved Glass Railings

Seamless curves, flawless execution. Our curved glass railings are custom-fabricated to your exact radius - combining structural integrity with striking modern design for BC homes.

Features

Benefits for Vancouver Homes

Benefits for Vancouver Homes

Serving Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Surrey, and the Fraser Valley, Tenmar delivers expert installation, premium craftsmanship, and timeless results that stand the test of time.

Frameless glass balcony two storey modern home featuring stacked residential glass railings that provide safety while maintaining an open, contemporary exterior appearance.
Frameless glass balcony two storey modern home featuring stacked residential glass railings that provide safety while maintaining an open, contemporary exterior appearance.

Safety-Focused Guard Protection

Residential glass railings are engineered to function as guard systems for elevated areas, helping reduce fall risk on stairs, decks, and interior overlooks. Safety glass is used to support impact resistance and continued barrier integrity.

BC covered patio glass railing outdoor living space with clear glass panels enclosing a sheltered seating area, blending modern residential design with landscaped surroundings.
BC covered patio glass railing outdoor living space with clear glass panels enclosing a sheltered seating area, blending modern residential design with landscaped surroundings.

Seamless Interior and Exterior Integration

Glass railing systems can be adapted for both indoor and outdoor residential environments. Hardware selection and anchoring methods are matched to exposure conditions, structural substrates, and layout constraints.

Frameless glass railing modern home forest view installed on an elevated balcony, using transparent glass panels to preserve surrounding trees and natural landscape sightlines.
Frameless glass railing modern home forest view installed on an elevated balcony, using transparent glass panels to preserve surrounding trees and natural landscape sightlines.

Fabricated to Match the Home

Each residential glass railing system is fabricated to suit the actual site dimensions. This allows for consistent panel spacing, clean alignment, and a finished appearance that integrates naturally with the home’s architecture.

Contemporary hillside home with frameless glass railings on upper and lower patios, combining outdoor living spaces with clean architectural lines.
Contemporary hillside home with frameless glass railings on upper and lower patios, combining outdoor living spaces with clean architectural lines.


APPLICATIONS


APPLICATIONS

Common Residential Applications

Common Residential Applications

Residential glass railings are commonly used anywhere a home requires fall protection without sacrificing openness. These systems are applied across both interior and exterior living spaces, adapting to stairs, elevated decks, and open-concept layouts where maintaining light and visibility is a priority.

Interior staircases and open risers

Loft edges, mezzanines, and hallway overlooks

Exterior decks, patios, and balconies

Walk-out basements and split-level transitions

Engineer-Sealed Drawings

Contemporary hillside home with frameless glass railings on upper and lower patios, combining outdoor living spaces with clean architectural lines.


APPLICATIONS

Common Residential Applications

Residential glass railings are commonly used anywhere a home requires fall protection without sacrificing openness. These systems are applied across both interior and exterior living spaces, adapting to stairs, elevated decks, and open-concept layouts where maintaining light and visibility is a priority.

Interior staircases and open risers

Loft edges, mezzanines, and hallway overlooks

Exterior decks, patios, and balconies

Walk-out basements and split-level transitions

Why Choose Tenmar

Why Choose Tenmar for Residential Glass Railings

Why Choose Tenmar for Residential Glass Railings

Tenmar approaches residential projects with a focus on precision fabrication, guard compliance, and long-term system performance. Glass thickness, anchoring methods, and hardware are selected based on real residential conditions, not generic templates.

Tenmar’s residential glass railings are used in single-family homes, renovations, and custom residential builds throughout British Columbia, supporting homeowners who require compliant, well-integrated guard solutions.

Testimonials

Real Google Reviews From Homeowners Who Chose Tenmar

From verified Google Reviews, see why families choose Tenmar for safe, durable, and modern glass railings and decks.

Testimonials

Real Google Reviews From Homeowners Who Chose Tenmar

From verified Google Reviews, see why families choose Tenmar for safe, durable, and modern glass railings and decks.

Testimonials

See Our Clients' Verified Reviews of Tenmar

From verified Google Reviews, see why families choose Tenmar for safe, durable, and modern glass railings and decks.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Are residential glass railings safe for homes with children?

Yes. Residential glass railings function as guard systems when installed correctly and specified with safety glass.

Are residential glass railings safe for homes with children?

Yes. Residential glass railings function as guard systems when installed correctly and specified with safety glass.

Are residential glass railings safe for homes with children?

Yes. Residential glass railings function as guard systems when installed correctly and specified with safety glass.

Can glass railings be used both indoors and outdoors?

Yes. Systems are designed for interior and exterior use, with materials selected based on environmental exposure.

Can glass railings be used both indoors and outdoors?

Yes. Systems are designed for interior and exterior use, with materials selected based on environmental exposure.

Can glass railings be used both indoors and outdoors?

Yes. Systems are designed for interior and exterior use, with materials selected based on environmental exposure.

Do residential glass railings meet BC Building Code requirements?

Glass railings are installed to meet applicable provincial guard requirements when used as fall protection.

Do residential glass railings meet BC Building Code requirements?

Glass railings are installed to meet applicable provincial guard requirements when used as fall protection.

Do residential glass railings meet BC Building Code requirements?

Glass railings are installed to meet applicable provincial guard requirements when used as fall protection.

Are glass railings suitable for renovations?

Yes. Systems can be adapted for existing structures and renovation constraints.

Are glass railings suitable for renovations?

Yes. Systems can be adapted for existing structures and renovation constraints.

Are glass railings suitable for renovations?

Yes. Systems can be adapted for existing structures and renovation constraints.

Do glass railings block views?

Glass railings are commonly selected specifically to preserve sightlines while providing required safety.

Do glass railings block views?

Glass railings are commonly selected specifically to preserve sightlines while providing required safety.

Do glass railings block views?

Glass railings are commonly selected specifically to preserve sightlines while providing required safety.

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Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Frameless glass deck railings overlooking the Fraser Valley hills and lake under a bright sky.
Frameless glass deck railings overlooking the Fraser Valley hills and lake under a bright sky.
Frameless glass deck railings overlooking the Fraser Valley hills and lake under a bright sky.
Contemporary interior staircase featuring frameless glass railings mounted to a stone wall accent.
Contemporary interior staircase featuring frameless glass railings mounted to a stone wall accent.
Contemporary interior staircase featuring frameless glass railings mounted to a stone wall accent.
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A smiling woman with her arms crossed, standing against a dark green background. She has long, dark hair.
A smiling woman with her arms crossed, standing against a dark green background. She has long, dark hair.
Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Close-up of a dark green leaf showing its textured surface and central vein against a muted background.
Interior floating wood staircase with stainless hardware and clear glass railing panels by Tenmar Contracting.
Interior floating wood staircase with stainless hardware and clear glass railing panels by Tenmar Contracting.
Interior floating wood staircase with stainless hardware and clear glass railing panels by Tenmar Contracting.
Spacious wood deck with semi-frameless glass railings and a panoramic valley view in Agassiz, BC.
Spacious wood deck with semi-frameless glass railings and a panoramic valley view in Agassiz, BC.
Spacious wood deck with semi-frameless glass railings and a panoramic valley view in Agassiz, BC.
Frameless glass balcony installed beneath a modern metal roofline on a contemporary home in the Fraser Valley.
Frameless glass balcony installed beneath a modern metal roofline on a contemporary home in the Fraser Valley.
Frameless glass balcony installed beneath a modern metal roofline on a contemporary home in the Fraser Valley.
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Close-up of a tree stump showing growth rings and a textured brown wood surface.
Close-up of a tree stump showing growth rings and a textured brown wood surface.