Premium Toughened Glass Panels for Balustrades, Balconies & Stairs
F.H.Brundle supplies high-specification toughened and laminated safety glass panels designed for structural integrity, legal compliance, and architectural elegance.
Whether you need off-the-shelf standard sizes for rapid installation or bespoke, engineered glass for custom architectural layouts, our range guarantees full compliance with UK Building Regulations (BS 6180 & BS EN 12150). Because we hold the UK’s largest range of balustrading, we also hold a huge range of toughened glass panel specs and can produce bespoke and other high-spec panels within days rather than weeks.
Tailored Solutions
For Homeowners: Style, Safety & Uninterrupted Views
Transform your patio, deck, balcony, or interior staircase with glass that maximises light and opens up space.
• Safety First: Toughened safety glass is up to 5 times stronger than standard glass and engineered not to produce sharp shards.
• Easy Maintenance: Compatible with Pro-Railing Protect liquid glass coatings to create an invisible hydrophobic barrier that repels water, dirt, and limescale.
• Aesthetic Flexibility: Choose clear and anti-sun tinted options to match your interior design.
For Installers & Trade Contractors: Fast Turnaround & Hassle-Free Fits
Keep your projects moving and eliminate job site delays with ready-to-fit panel solutions.
• Stock & Speed: Standard 10mm and 12mm panels ready to ship directly to your depot or site.
• Pre-Engineered Precision: Factory-drilled holes for spigots and stand-offs ensure accurate hardware alignment.
• System Compatibility: Engineered to fit seamless frameless channels (POSIglaze, Tilt-Loc™, Wedge-Loc™), post systems, and stand-off adaptors.
For Specifiers & Architects: Compliance, Technical Data & Instant Drawings
Simplify the specification process while ensuring structural load compliance under Approved Document K & BS 6180.
• Instant CAD & 3D Models: Input project parameters into LiveConfigurator™ to receive complete CAD drawings, structural load suitability, and technical specifications free of charge.
• High-Performance Laminated Interlayers: Specify EVA, PVB, or rigid SGP (SentryGlas®) for high-occupancy commercial projects or exposed edge frameless barriers.
• Full Certification: Complete technical backing with BS EN 12150 and BS EN 12600 documentation for building control sign-offs.
Product Range Overview
| Feature / Range | Available as Standard Stocked Panels | Bespoke Ordered Glass | Liveconfigurator™ Bespoke Orders |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal For | Quick installations, standard layouts. | Non-standard widths, heights and thicknesses. Laminated variants. | Custom sizes, drilled holes, unique cuts. |
| Glass Thickness | 10mm, 12mm monolithic toughened | 10mm to 25.5mm+ Toughened / Laminated | Fully custom per structural load |
| Customisation | Fixed width increments (up to 1200mm) | Selected variants | Fully custom shape, radius, holes, tints |
| Lead Time | Express site delivery – ~48 hours | Custom manufacturing turnaround | Prompt quotes and fast manufacturing lead times |
| Compliance | BS EN 12150 / BS 6180 | BS EN 12150 / BS EN 12600 / SGP options | Matched to structural loading requirements |
| Explore Range | Use Glass Selector | Use Liveconfigurator |
Glass Panel Types & Specifications
F.H.Brundle supplies structural monolithic toughened glass and high-performance toughened laminated safety glass engineered to satisfy UK Building Regulations (BS 6180) across domestic and commercial projects.
| Glass Panel Type | Construction & Spec | Key Performance Feature | Recommended Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monolithic Toughened | Single pane heat-treated safety glass (8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 15mm, 19mm) | Up to 5x stronger than float glass; shatters into small, blunt fragments under severe impact | Post & clamp balustrades, spigot systems, and domestic barriers requiring a continuous handrail |
| Toughened Laminated (PVB / EVA) | Two toughened panes bonded by a flexible PVB or moisture-resistant EVA interlayer (11.5mm, 13.5mm, 17.5mm, 21.5mm, 25.5mm) | Interlayer holds glass fragments intact upon breakage to maintain fall protection | Framed domestic balconies, semi-frameless barriers, and damp/outdoor environments |
| Toughened Laminated (SGP Structural) | Two toughened panes bonded with a rigid SentryGlas® (Ionoplast) interlayer | 100x stiffer and 5x tear-resistant vs standard PVB; remains upright if both panes break | Frameless structural balustrades without handrails, high-occupancy commercial areas, public assembly |
How to Order Custom & Stocked Glass
• Choose Your System & Panel Type: Select standard off-the-shelf panels for quick projects, or choose custom glass for bespoke architecture.
• Configure Online: Use our Bespoke Glass Configurator to enter exact width, height, hole placement, and thickness requirements.
• Receive Instant Drawings & Quote: Get an instant quote pack containing detailed CAD drawings and 3D visualization.
• Fast UK Nationwide Delivery: Delivered directly to your yard or building site from your local F.H.Brundle branch.
• Expert advice and ordering: Not quite sure what you require or in need of something very bespoke? Call your local branch where one of our experts will support you through the process.
Why Choose F.H. Brundle Glass Panels?
Immediate Stock Availability: Standard 10mm to 19mm toughened panels in 100mm width increments for immediate dispatch.
Bespoke Made-to-Order: Fully customisable dimensions, shapes, cut-outs, radiused corners, and pre-drilled fixing holes via Glass Select with instant price estimates and our LiveConfigurator™ Bespoke Tool.
Instant Free CAD & Quotes: Generate precise project layouts, complete parts lists, and 3D models in minutes.
Certified Safety Standards: Rigorously tested toughened (tempered) and toughened laminated options (PVB, EVA, and SentryGlas® interlayers).
FAQs
Yes. All F.H.Brundle glass panels comply with BS EN 12150 for thermal toughening and BS EN 12600 / BS 6180 for impact and structural load requirements. Technical declarations of performance are available for specifiers and building control officers.
No. Toughened glass cannot be cut, drilled, or altered after the heat treatment process. Any post-toughening modification will cause the panel to shatter instantly. All holes, notches, radiused corners, and size dimensions must be specified prior to production via tools like our Liveconfigurator™.
Under BS 6180 and Approved Document K, standard domestic balustrades with a handrail typically require 10mm or 12mm toughened glass. Frameless glass balustrades without a continuous handrail usually require 17.5mm or 21.5mm toughened laminated glass. Commercial applications with higher line load requirements (e.g., 1.5 kN/m or 3.0 kN/m) require thicker laminated glass configurations. You can select your balustrade and glass based on your requirements using our Loading Selector
Toughened (tempered) glass is a monolithic safety glass up to 5 times stronger than standard float glass. Toughened laminated glass consists of two toughened glass sheets bonded together with a plastic interlayer (PVB, EVA, or SGP). If a laminated pane breaks, the interlayer retains the glass in place, maintaining a safety barrier.
Declaration of Performance
F.H.Brundle — Glass Panels: Declaration of Performance (June 2023)
Manufacturer: F.H. Brundle, Wellington Road, Burton-Upon-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2AA | Authorised representative: N/A | Notified body: Steel Construction Certification Scheme Ltd., 1st Floor, Unit 4 Hayfield Business Park, Field Lane, Auckley, Doncaster, DN9 3FL | Harmonised standard: EN 12150-2:2004
| Property | 8mm | 10mm | 12mm | 15mm | 17.52mm | 21.52mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intended Use(s) | Thermally toughened soda lime silicate glass | Thermally toughened soda lime silicate glass | Thermally toughened soda lime silicate glass | Thermally toughened soda lime silicate glass | Laminated safety glass | Laminated safety glass |
| Resistance to fire | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd |
| Reaction to fire | A1 | A1 | A1 | A1 | npd | npd |
| External Fire Performance | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd |
| Bullet Resistance | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd |
| Explosion Resistance | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd |
| Burglar Resistance | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd |
| Pendulum Body Impact resistance | 1 (C) 2 | 1 (C) 1 | 1 (C) 1 | 1 (C) 1 | 1 (B) 1 | 1 (C) 1 |
| Resistance Against Thermoshock | 200K | 200K | 200K | 200K | 40K | 40K |
| Wind, Snow, Permanent & Imposed Load Resistance | 8mm | 10mm | 12mm | 15mm | 16mm | 20mm |
| Direct Airborne Sound Insulation | 32 dB (-2;-3) | 33 dB (-2;-3) | 34 dB (0;-2) | npd | 35 dB (-1;-3) | 36 dB (-1;-3) |
| Thermal Properties | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd | npd |
| Light Transmission & Reflection | 0.88 / 0.08 | 0.88 / 0.08 | 0.87 / 0.08 | 0.86 / 0.08 | 0.82 / 0.08 | 0.81 / 0.08 |
| Solar Energy Characteristics | 0.75 / 0.07 | 0.76 / 0.07 | 0.72 / 0.07 | 0.69 / 0.07 | 0.77 / 0.07 | 0.75 / 0.07 |
