Using frameless glass pool fencing is not a new concept, and it is growing in popularity every day. Glass fences are a completely distinctive safety barrier used around the swimming pool to make the poolside safer for kids and pets. The level of popularity can be assumed by the fact that homeowners, architects, and builders all prefer glass pool fencing over others. The best feature is that there are no bars to hamper your sight, and the swimming pool shines as the centrepiece. In fact, glass fences add extra visibility to your pool and make the area more expansive.

WHAT IS GLASS POOL FENCING?

Swimming pool fencing used for safety around the poolside when made from glass is named glass pool fencing. As mentioned above, there are no bars to restrict your visibility. These frameless pool fencing installations have glass panels fitted in the ground with the help of stainless steel spigots. The semi-frameless pool fencing will feature an aluminium or stainless steel frame secured to the posts installed firmly on the ground.

Glass fencing are installed using 8, 10, 12, or 18-millimetre tempered glass for assuring robust safety and durability. Most installation professionals recommend using 12 mm glass panels in residential swimming pools and up to 18 mm toughened glass for commercial swimming pools. At the same time, they ensure that all the relevant safety standards recommended by the governments are followed. These fences also feature self-closing gates with magnetic locks that allow people to access the pool area without struggling with keys, locks, and latches.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SWIMMING POOL GLASS FENCES?

Swimming pool fencing made from glass makes the area more spacious and bigger. This installation creates an illusion that there is no barrier, and it comes with several benefits discussed here.

ULTIMATE SAFETY GUARANTEED

One prime feature of semi-frameless and frameless pool fencing is that you get a completely unobstructed view of the poolside. This means you can supervise your kids better when they enjoy the poolside. Australian Safety Standards recommend using tempered safety glass, and 12 mm safety glass guarantees that your kids remain completely safe and won't access the poolside at all. Since no supports are available on the fences, climbing over the installation is impossible for kids. It can withstand harsh weather conditions, and due to its glass width, it is strong enough to hold back rough winds and blows from kids and pets.

GOOD INVESTMENT

Frameless and semi-frameless pool fencing are more expensive than timber or aluminium fencing. However, they also add to the overall aesthetics and looks of the poolside. It will add more value to your property, and this is a significant factor. Another feature is that pool fencing installations require very low maintenance, and no investment is needed in terms of repair work. When installed correctly, it will continue serving you for years and live a happy and long life. These fences are highly chemical resistant, and this ensures that pool water will not impact the glass's quality.

ADDS IMMENSE VALUE TO YOUR PROPERTY

Semi-frameless and frameless pool fencing both add style and aesthetic appeal to your poolside. The transparency ensures that your poolside looks larger and there is nothing to obstruct your view or the looks of the landscape. In short, frameless pool fencing will make your poolside an entertainment space, and you will enjoy the backyard with your kids to its fullest.

VERY LITTLE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED

The maintenance cost of frameless pool fencing is very low compared to the maintenance cost and chaos of cleaning other pool fencing. The effort to clean is also relatively easy, and you will just need some very general products for this.

All you need is: 

  • A bucket of warm water with dishwashing detergent
  • A sponge and/or non-scratch cleaning pads
  • A soft indoor broom
  • A bucket or hose with cold water
  • Glass squeegee
  • Dishwasher rinse-aid (optional)
  • Glass or bathroom cleaning spray (optional)

Apart from this, abrasive scrubbing pads, harsh metal scrapers and blades must be avoided, as they can leave unsightly scratches on glass fences. Removing stubborn spots will require some hard work using a piece of crunch of newspaper with a glass cleaning spray.

HOW TO REMOVE HARD WATER STAINS FROM YOUR GLASS POOL FENCING?

Regular rinsing and scrubbing with soap water is unproductive in removing hard water stains and you will have to employ some other strategies for this. Apart from regular cleaning, you must use a heavy-duty approach to remove calcium and mineral deposits. However, in any case, you should not scrub these stains with abrasive tools, as they will stretch the glass and remove its shine.