2 Big Reasons Vinyl Railings May Not Be an Ideal Choice for Your Multi-Story Application

Most would agree that vinyl railings are aesthetically pleasing and look great on a variety of applications, whether commercial or residential.

Although vinyl certainly does have its benefits, there are some points a building designer must consider prior to specifying this type of railing system on a multi-story structure.

Dangers of Using Non-Laminated Glass in Architectural Railing Systems

Sterling Dula Point-Mounted, Post-Supported Glass Raiilng
w/ Tempered, Laminated Glass
Stark State College - North Canton, OH

Glass railing looks sleek and provides an unobstructed view when used on many different types of architectural applications. However, no matter how structurally sound the mounting hardware or framing members might be, the glass itself can pose serious life safety risks if an incorrect glass type is used.

Read more to learn when not to use non-laminated, tempered-only glass.