Residential Glass Solutions: Adding Value to Your Home
- barberglass
- May 20
- 3 min read
Why Residential Glass Makes Sense for Southern Ontario Homes
We're seeing more homeowners choose glass for both practical and design reasons. Glass elements work well in our region, whether you're in a Burlington high-rise condo or a Puslinch country property.
At BG Glass Solutions, we've installed residential glass in hundreds of properties throughout the area. The right glass application increases natural light, creates visual space, and can improve energy efficiency when properly specified and installed.
Popular Residential Glass Applications
1. Custom Glass Showers
Outdated shower enclosures can make even recently renovated bathrooms look tired. Homeowners in Southern Ontario increasingly choose frameless glass shower enclosures that work with both traditional and contemporary designs.
2. Exterior Glass Railings
For deck and balcony applications, glass railings offer clear views while meeting all local building code requirements. Unlike traditional railings, glass doesn't block sightlines to your property's best features.
Today's tempered glass or tempered laminated glass railings handle Southern Ontario's weather conditions well, from humid summers to freezing winters, with minimal maintenance required.
3. Glass Wall Systems
Glass wall systems represent a significant portion of our business. We design and install custom glass solutions for:
Gym entrances
Elevator systems
Wine rooms
Office entries
Saunas
Steam showers
Room dividers
Each system is precisely engineered to meet your specific requirements while enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your space.
4. Interior Glass Railings
Interior glass railings are popular for homes with multiple levels. These installations maintain safety barriers while creating visual connections between spaces.
Glass railings work well with different interior styles - from industrial designs in lofts to classic looks in established neighborhoods.
5. Custom Mirror Work
Our custom mirror solutions elevate any space in your home. We provide:
Full-wall mirror installations
Mirror Ceilings
Custom-cut decorative mirrors
Framed and frameless options
Specialty mirror finishes
Antique mirror effects
Well-placed mirrors can dramatically transform rooms by amplifying light and creating the illusion of expanded space.
6. Exterior Glass Walls for Homes
We're installing more exterior glass wall systems (known as Curtain Wall) that bring in natural light while providing sound insulation. While we primarily focus on interior glazing and exterior railings, we also offer small-scale curtain wall solutions. Modern residential glazing technology delivers:
Better energy efficiency
Improved sound control
Laminated glass for UV protection for furniture and art
Laminated glass for burglar resistant options
Privacy options with tinted or pattern glass that reduces glare (Note: tinted glass increases privacy during daylight hours but offers less privacy at night)
Adding Value to Your Home with Glass Solutions
Investing in quality glass features does more than just enhance aesthetics—it adds tangible value to your property:
Increased Property Value
Modern glass installations are highly desirable features that can significantly boost your home's market value when professionally installed.
Enhanced Aesthetics
Glass creates clean lines and visual flow between spaces, bringing a contemporary feel to traditional homes and amplifying modern design aesthetics.
Improved Comfort
Properly specified glass can improve your home's energy efficiency, reduce noise, and create more comfortable living spaces throughout the seasons.
BG Glass Solutions: Your Local Glass Experts
Our team handles projects from consultation through installation. We source quality glass, hardware, and mirror products that meet industry standards.
Contact our team today to discuss your residential glass project.
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