When you have a view to show off, glass is definitely the best way to build your deck railings.

And a glass railing system offers some things that a cable system does not.

Cable rails are still visible and wind can still pass through. But with glass, whether it is in balusters or full panels, you get all the pros, not the cons.

Durability, low maintenance and clean appearance are key features of metal materials like aluminum.

In this installation, over looking the Cascade mountain range, the glass panels are fitted into the grooved posts.

This reduces wind on the deck and in this area, where the wind kicks up each summer afternoon, is the logical choice.

This incredibly cozy wood deck nestled in a pine forest above a crystal clear lake is perfect for glass balusters.

Baluster rather than full size panels are readily available and secure to the rails either in dado grooves or molded holders.

Take A Closer Look

The 4" spacing between the balusters lets the gentle summer breeze softly through. But you get full effect of the view of the lake without visual obstruction.

This system used a low profile internal surface mounted wood post anchor system to make the installation quick and easy.

Rather than metal, the wood posts and rails seem perfect contrasting with glass in this natural environment.

You actually feel like you are perched in the canopy of the forest from this deck.

Thanks to a glass railing you don't have to stare at a heavy looking vertical jungle of wood or aluminum balusters.