So, here are three different ways to sterilize glass railings so that any COVID-19 that has gotten onto them is killed.

70% Alcohol Cleaner

While most people are aware that alcohol “kills germs,” many are unaware that “germs” and viruses aren’t always as identical as you might expect. While viruses are technically considered “germs,” the majority of germs that people are familiar with are actually bacteria.

Because a virus is a unique type of germ, it does not always die when it comes into contact with alcohol.

In the case of COVID-19, an alcohol-based cleaning must contain at least 70% alcohol to be effective. These days, you can get this type of alcohol in almost every market.

When sanitizing glass railings, make sure to pay equal attention to any metal bars that are linked to them. Adults focus their grasp on the bar provided for stability, but children may put their hands all over the glass.

Soap and Water

Alcoholic cleaners are popular because they are perceived to be “more effective.” However, just because alcohol is advertised as a germ-killer doesn’t mean it’s the most effective technique to eliminate COVID-19. Its potent odor may give the impression of its power, however, the easiest approach to kill this virus is with soap and water.

The good news is that any soap can be used. Wash your hands regularly  Many people believe that antibacterial soap is required.

However, as previously stated, a virus is not the same as a bacteria. The two germ types are diametrically opposed. As a result, antibacterial soap is no better than ordinary soap. 

Let’s have a look at why COVID-19 is killed by soap.

A virus, in this case, COVID-19, has a fatty covering around it. This shields it in the same manner that our skin shields us. Any type of soap’s molecules damage that fatty layer, depriving the virus of its protective coating. So eventually, it is utterly unusable.

As a result, the safest approach to cleaning and disinfecting glass railings is with a soapy washcloth. There’s no need to stress about percentages or if you’ve sprayed enough alcohol on the surface. All you need is an old rag and some soap and water to get the job done.

Buying Glass Railings

Because they are non-porous and largely flat, glass panels are among the easiest to clean. That implies there will be fewer creases and crevices in which viruses can hide from your cleaning efforts. If your business’s railings are in need of an upgrade, try replacing them with a glass railing system. 

How to Clean and Maintain Your Glass Railings

Glass railings are easier and safer to clean than railings made of metal or aluminum railing, which need regular maintenance. However, maintaining the appearance of these lovely additions to your home will take some care. You will not have to clean the glass railings on a daily basis, but it is a good idea to do so once in a while to keep them looking nice.  

Stains: What They Are and How to Get Rid of Them

The best method for cleaning your glass railings is dependent on the type of material they are made from. If they are made of tempered glass the best way to remove a stain is by using a soft, clean cloth with a detergent solution.

If the stain is greasy, the cloth should be soaked in a solution of hot water and detergent and then wrung out. Don’t forget to use a high-quality soap or detergent in order to get the best results in cleaning frameless glass railings.

Grime

Grime and liquid stains are more difficult to remove than dirt and dust. Cooking oil, food grease, or any liquid near your railing can cause this.

Using a moist cloth, wipe away the filth. Hard water should be avoided since its minerals can damage the glass surface. To keep the shine on the railing, use distilled or filtered water instead. To cut through the grease, use an ammonia-based glass cleaner or a 3:1 mixture of liquid dish soap and warm water.

A Few Additional Tips

Add Lemon Juice to the Cleaning Solution

Lemon juice added to your cleaning solution can make your glass railing gleam. Lemon’s acidic characteristics make it ideal for removing difficult glass stains. It also works as a deodorizer and has a pleasant scent.

Do Not Scrub

To dislodge stubborn filth, grime, or bird droppings, soak them in undiluted white vinegar before rinsing. Scrubbing will scratch the glass because of the hardened debris.

Glass railings are easier to clean than deck railings. For cleaning, all you need is water, dish soap, and a lint-free cloth, as well as a monthly inspection. Your glass railings will survive for decades with little effort.

Aluminum railings, glass railings, glass deck railings, fences, deco railings, glass & vinyl dividers of the best quality are provided by our company, and they are available in a range of colors and styles to suit any property. Our production facility manufactures our own components, and our qualified personnel works closely with them to ensure that our goods satisfy the technical criteria required by law. 

If you want to decorate your house with the latest trends of railings you are in the right place. 

Our hardworking team will always be ready to welcome you and help you make the right decision.

Don’t hesitate to contact us on our phone number  (416) 740-7444 or email us at info@alumiguardmfg.ca.

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Glass railings are a great way to turn your commercial space with a little effort into a beautiful full of class environment for you, your clients, and your workers. To add the same effect on your building that the glass railing has, it may be required to spend a lot of money. Especially if your building has an industrial or modern design, the glass railings can have a big impact to improve the aesthetic of the place. 

The Advantages of Glass Railing in your Commercial Space

Glass railing doesn’t have only appearance benefits. Especially for commercial use, they can have many more advantages like little maintenance, safety for the people that use the commercial space, and especially for kids that are curious to look downstairs. Also, they are eco-friendly, increase light and visibility, and the main obvious one they improve the aesthetic appearance.

• Requires a Little Maintenance. The glass railing is the easiest one to maintain if you compare them with the wooden railing for example that needs constant attention in order to not require complete removal. With just a towel and soap all the glass railing appearance aesthetic will come back in a matter of time.
• Offers Safety and Durability. If you are dealing with big commercial spaces, installing glass railings can be a game-changer in terms of safety, appearance, and organization of the place. If you are thinking about balconies nowadays they are a must.
• Increases Light and Visibility. In big commercial spaces, we all know how appreciated it is to be able to have natural light. Glass railings are perfect because they let the sunlight shine through. Also, they can give the illusion of a bigger and open space. In balconies, the glass railings will be part of the view and not absorb or occupy the view.
• Eco-friendly. If you care for the environment like everyone should be doing, using glass railings is a way to do that. Glass is a recyclable material, and this makes it possible that if you want to replace them later you can remove the old ones and save it for later use.
• Aesthetic Appearance. As we said earlier the most eye-catching thing about the glass railing is the elegance and sophistication that it adds to your building. Because of the various choices that you have with glass railings, you can choose them based on your building design.

Types of contemporary glass railings and handrails for commercial buildings

1. Glass stair railings

A glass staircase railing is really a thing for modern designers. It looks very appealing because especially if they are made of clear glass, other furnishings can be seen through them. 

2. Glass patio railings

It will give a very luxurious look vibe to the view if you use glass railings for your patio. Your building will be given a chic and modern look.

3. Glass balcony railings

Made out of tempered glass, nowadays balcony railings are more durable and safe. They can withstand more pressure and weight and are very sophisticated and sleek-looking. Always a good choice.

Handrails

As for handrails, they can be made out of many different materials including aluminum, iron, steel, or even glass. Handrails are installed for walkways, swimming pools, staircases, or ramps.

Why Us?

Here at Alumiguard MFG, we aim to make the installation process as stress-free as possible. A certified and experienced staff that will handle your project from A to Z. We will sit together and decide everything related to the project, from the measurements, to design and locking systems. Our team of experts will arrive at your home at the designated time to perform the installation of your railings.

We service Toronto, North York, Etobicoke, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Brampton, Mississauga, Oakville, Hamilton & other areas across the GTA.

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You may have some questions about when and where to use glass railing that’s why we are here to help you. If you are tired from watching everywhere, wood railings or iron ones, AlumiGuard MFG can offer you a glass railing as an alternative. Glass Railing can offer all the protective abilities that every railing system offers and also will bring a classy and beautiful look to your house or your business. We work only with the best materials and experts that will provide you with the best service and the best final product that a fencing company can offer. 

When to Use Glass Railing

 The first thing that we have to tackle is when it’s the right time to use a glass railing. There are a lot of different materials and styles that you can go for your railings but there are some cases when it is best to go for glass railings. 

If you live in a cold or hot environment 

It is recommended to use glass railings especially for exterior spaces like decks, pools or balconies. The reason behind that is because glass can be very durable in extreme weather for example in high temperatures or freezing conditions. If you use a wooden railing on the outside, you will have to put a lot of work in order to maintain their starter form because wood tends to crack and warp and lose its former colour. On the other hand, glass railings require a lot less work to maintain.

Your view should be taken advantage of

If your home or work is located in a beautiful spot or has a nice city or nature view it makes sense to go for glass railings. Your safe and protected space will be one with the surrounding view. Other railings can block all the astonishing views.  

Privacy can be what you want it to be 

Another strong point of glass railings is the privacy that it offers without interrupting the beautiful panoramic view. When we think about glass railings we may have a lot of questions and doubts about privacy. Actually, we at AlumiGuard MFG give you a lot of different choices from our big collection of glasses. We have different types of one-way glasses with different colours for you to choose from based on your building style. 

Design versatility

Whether residential or commercial, interior or exterior, the structure of your railing or your glass railing presents a clean and modern style while offering a sense of grandeur, granting an unobstructed view. In addition to allowing more clarity, giving free rein to light, and offering an overview of a room or a landscape, glass is a stable and durable material requiring little or no maintenance, and which is free from distortion and discoloration.

In addition, whether your exterior or interior railing or guardrail is bare, with as little visible structure as possible, or enhanced with a handrail or any other element, decorative or functional, it remains a solid, resistant and safe element.

Durability

Compared to other guardrail models available on the market, the glass guardrail requires little maintenance. Unlike the wooden model which sometimes requires painting and also treatment. In addition, it has unparalleled durability. Glass railings can be installed anywhere inside or outside a building.

Glass panels are free from corrosion when they face moisture. And unlike other balustrades, the glass railing is not afraid of surface cracks. Take the case of tempered glass, it does not shatter so will negate the dangers when it is cracked.

Where to Use Glass Railing

Interior and exterior railings

The strength and safety of our interior and exterior guardrails are indeed at the center of our concerns. Vitrerie des Experts assures you of the highest quality of materials to ensure your railing has an optimal lifespan.

Also, our indoor and outdoor railings are made of tempered glass, a glass that undergoes a hardening process that makes it weatherproof typical of our GTA climate.

Glass railings for terraces

If you are in the process of choosing a railing for your patio or balcony, the glass railing should be your first choice. As you saw above, the advantages of glass balustrades make them a practical choice. There are two important points to consider when choosing a glass railing for a raised patio or balcony:

– Glass balustrades are the safest option for raised platforms. Glass has the particularity of not wearing out, deteriorating or rotting, so sturdy glass railings can be safe and reliable throughout their service life. This feature will prevent accidents and mishaps.         

– Glass railings can preserve views and landscape, thus allowing uninterrupted panoramic perspectives. This is one of the main reasons why glass is suitable for balcony and patio railings.   

Why Us?

Here at Alumiguard MFG, we aim to make the installation process as stress-free as possible. You will be working with certified and experienced staff that will handle your project from A to Z. We will sit together and decide everything related to the project, from the measurements, to design and locking systems. Our team of experts will arrive at your home at the designated time to perform the installation of your railings.

We service Toronto, North York, Etobicoke, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Brampton, Mississauga, Oakville, Hamilton & other areas across the GTA.

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Glass railings are a great way to turn your commercial spaces with a little effort into a beautiful full of class environment for you, your clients and your workers. To add the same effect on your building that the glass railing has, it may be required to spend a lot of money. Especially if your building has an industrial or modern design, the glass railings can have a big impact to improve the aesthetic of the place. 

The Advantages of Glass Railings in your Commercial Spaces

Glass railing doesn’t have only appearance benefits. Especially for commercial use, they can have many more advantages. Little maintenance, safety for the people that use the commercial space and especially for kids that are curious to look downstairs. Also, glass railings are eco-friendly, increases light and visibility and the main obvious one they improve the aesthetic appearance. 

The main advantages

• Requires a Little Maintenance. The glass railing is the easiest one to maintain if you compare it with the wooden railing for example that needs constant attention in order to not require complete removal. With just a towel and soap all the glass railing appearance aesthetic will come back in a matter of time. 
• Offers Safety and Durability. If you are dealing with big commercial spaces, installing glass railings can be a game-changer in terms of safety, appearance and organization of the place. If you are thinking about balconies nowadays glass railings are a must.
• Increases Light and Visibility. In big commercial spaces, we all know how appreciated it is to be able to have natural light. Glass railings are perfect for letting some sun in. Also, glass railings can give the illusion of a bigger and open space. In balconies, the glass railings will be part of the view and not an obstacle.
• Eco-friendly. If you care for the environment like everyone should be doing, using glass railings is a way to do that. Glass is a recyclable material, and this makes it possible that if you want to replace the glass railings later you can remove the old ones and save it for later use.  
• Aesthetic Appearance. As we said earlier the most eye-catching thing about the glass railing is the elegance and sophistication that it adds to your building. Because of the various choices that you have with glass railings, you can choose them based on your building design.   

3 recommended railing systems

There are so many types of glass railing systems that you may choose. You are welcomed any time at our showroom where you can see by yourself some of the types of railing systems that we offer. Here are some recommended types that you can implement in your commercial spaces. For more examples, if you contact us, a specialist can help you to choose the perfect one. 

Base shoe

The base show style is one of the most elegant and chic glass railings that you may choose for your building. There are a few different styles of the base shoe railing style that you can decide based on your other design interior or exterior. It’s the most modern and transparent type of glass railing that offers a wider view and lets a lot of light in. 

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel glass railings are one of the most preferred types of glass railings that are currently used for commercial spaces. This has happened because of the many positive qualities that stainless steel has. We can give a lot of different forms and shapes to glass railings. Some examples like spheres or cylinders that can be used as the bottom, top rails or as covers for the edges. 

Also, the stainless steel glass railings are used mainly because they are very resistant to rust or different types of natural components. 

Standoffs

Standoffs are also a great elegant and minimalist choice to incorporate into your building. They are usually used at stairs, supported by stainless steel standoffs that hang off the side of the stairs structures. 

Outdoor Glass Railing Benefits

The outdoor railings are essential because of the improvements in the appearance of your building and because it adds so much in safety terms. Especially if you have pets or small children, glass railings are a way to provide safety to outdoor pools, decks or staircases. Also, they can work as a defensive barrier from external weather elements like rain, heavy snowfall or strong winds. You can always use tempered glass panels because they are designed to last the longest and do not break easily. 

Why Us?

Here at Alumiguard MFG, we aim to make the installation process as stress-free as possible. You will be working with certified and experienced staff that will handle your project from A to Z. We will sit together and decide everything related to the project, from the measurements, to design and locking systems. Our team of experts will arrive at your home at the designated time to perform the installation of your railings. 

We service Toronto, North York, Etobicoke, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Brampton, Mississauga, Oakville, Hamilton & other areas across the GTA.

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