Coleraine Glass · Northern Ireland
Glass Staircases in ColeraineFrom Coleraine GlassAcross Northern Ireland
Glass balustrades from Coleraine Glass that keep your stairs safe while letting light flow through the hall, measured and fitted by our team.
15 years' experience · Free, no-obligation survey and quote
15 years
Supplying & fitting
Free survey
And written quote
Family-run
Based in Coleraine
Overview
Glass Staircases: what you need to know
What a glass staircase is
A glass staircase uses glass panels in place of spindles or solid panels along the stair and landing. It keeps the stairs safe while removing the visual barrier, so the hall feels larger and brighter.
Who it suits
It suits renovations and new builds where the hall is a feature, and homes where a dark staircase cuts light from the rest of the house.
When to consider it
During hallway renovations, new builds, or when replacing dated spindles.
Why professional fitting matters
Stair glass is a safety feature. It must be measured precisely and fixed securely.
The cost of waiting
What happens if you leave it
Dated or poorly fitted balustrades affect both looks and safety.
Common mistakes we see
- Measuring before stair finishes are complete.
- Choosing glass that isn't suitable for balustrades.
- Overlooking how panels meet at turns and landings.
- Using a fitter without experience of stair glass.
Our process
Five clear steps, start to finish
01
Get in touch
Call or send your details and tell us what you need: the glass staircase, the room and any photos you have.
02
Free survey and measure
We visit to measure accurately and check the surfaces or openings the glass will go into.
03
Written quote
You get a clear written quote with no hidden extras.
04
Glass made to size
Your glass staircase is made to the measurements taken at survey.
05
Fitting and handover
We fit, check and tidy up. Final payment is due on the day of completion.
Benefits
What you get
Brighter hallway
Light passes through the stairs.
Feels bigger
No visual barrier along the stair.
Easy to clean
Wipe-clean glass instead of spindles.
Made to measure
Panels sized to your stairs.
Modern look
A clean finish that suits most interiors.
Local team
Measured and fitted by Coleraine Glass.
In detail
Options, materials and methods
Everything worth knowing before your survey, so you can make a confident decision.
Stairs and landings
Glass panels can run along the stair, round turns and across the landing for a continuous look.
Fixing styles
Different fixing styles change the look of the glass. We'll talk through options at survey.
New builds and renovations
On new builds we measure once the stair is finished; on renovations we remove old balustrades first.
Making a feature of the stairs
In many homes the staircase is the first thing you see when you come in. Glass balustrades turn it into a feature: the stair treads, the hall floor and the light from upstairs windows all become part of the view. Halls feel wider, and light from the landing reaches the ground floor.
Families and safety
A balustrade is a safety barrier first, so the glass must be the right type and fixed securely. We'll advise on the right specification and fixing method for your stair and explain how it works before anything is ordered.
Combining with timber or steel
Glass works with timber handrails and treads for a warmer look, or alongside steel internal screens for a sharper, more industrial feel. We'll talk through how the balustrade will sit with your other finishes.
Before your free survey
To get the most from your survey, have a think about a few things beforehand: how you use the room day to day, the look you're aiming for, any colours or finishes you already like, and whether other building or decorating work is planned. Photos of styles you like are useful too. None of this is essential, as we'll guide you through every choice, but it helps us give you a precise glass staircases quote in a single visit.
What our customers tell us matters
Our one Facebook recommendation so far describes the installation as done professionally, fitted neatly, with a friendly and efficient team. That's exactly what we aim for on every job: turning up when we say we will, protecting your home while we work, fitting carefully, and leaving the room clean. If you've had work done by us, we'd be grateful for a Google review.
Paying for your project
We keep payment simple and transparent. A 65% deposit is taken to order your products from the manufacturer, and the balance is due on the day of completion, once the job is finished. We don't publish prices, because every home is different. Get in touch for a quote. Your written quote will show exactly what you're paying for.
Why choose Coleraine Glass
Coleraine Glass is the glass side of P Black and Son. Because we already supply and fit windows and doors across Northern Ireland, we measure, order and fit glass with the same care: accurate surveys, glass made to the size of your space, and a tidy finish. You deal with a local team based in Coleraine, not a call centre.
How to get an accurate quote
The fastest way to a firm price is a short call or message telling us what you need, the room it's for and roughly how big the area is. Photos help. We then arrange a free survey to measure properly, because glass is made to size and an accurate measurement is what makes it fit first time. You'll get a written quote before anything is ordered.
Planning around building work
If you're renovating, book the survey once walls, floors and worktops are finished. Measuring too early is the most common reason glass doesn't fit. If you're unsure of timing, call us and we'll tell you when to book the visit so your glass arrives ready to go in as soon as the room is ready.
Looking after your glass
Glass is one of the easiest surfaces in the home to keep clean. A soft cloth and a non-abrasive glass cleaner is all most jobs need. Avoid scouring pads and harsh chemicals, which can mark the surface or edges. If you're unsure about cleaning a particular finish, ask us at handover.
Glass alongside windows and doors
Many customers come to Coleraine Glass while having windows or doors fitted by P Black and Son, and some come the other way round. If you're changing more than one thing in your home, tell us at survey and we'll plan the work together so there's one set of visits and one point of contact.
Homes we work on
Our customers are mainly households: replacements in existing homes, renovations, extensions and self-builds. Coleraine Glass supplies products from manufacturers and fits them, so you deal with one team from first visit to final handover.
Where we work
Glass Staircases across Northern Ireland
Based in Coleraine on the north coast, we work across Northern Ireland and occasionally further afield.
- Glass Staircases Northern Ireland
- Glass Staircases Belfast
- Glass Staircases Lisburn
- Glass Staircases North Coast
- Glass Staircases Coleraine
- Glass Staircases Castlerock
- Glass Staircases Portrush
- Glass Staircases Portstewart
- Glass Staircases Ballymoney
- Glass Staircases Limavady
- Glass Staircases Ballymena
- Glass Staircases Ballycastle
Questions
Glass Staircases FAQs
Is Coleraine Glass part of P Black and Son?+
Coleraine Glass is our sister business, handling glass supply and replacement on its own.
Can you replace my spindles with glass?+
Yes. We remove the old balustrade and fit glass panels to suit your stairs.
Is glass on stairs safe?+
Stair glass must be the right type and fixed correctly. We'll advise on the right specification.
When do you measure?+
Once stair finishes are in place.
How much does glass staircases cost?+
Every job is priced individually because sizes, finishes and site conditions vary. Your survey and written quote are free and come with no obligation, so you'll know the exact cost before you commit.
How does payment work?+
A 65% deposit is taken to order your products, with the balance due on the day the job is completed.
How long does the whole process take?+
Products are made to order after your deposit is placed. We'll give you a realistic timescale with your quote and agree a fitting date once your order is ready.
Do you offer an emergency service?+
Call us on 028 7071 0015 and we'll tell you honestly how quickly we can help.
Do you cover my area for glass staircases?+
We're based in Coleraine and cover all of Northern Ireland, including the North Coast, Coleraine, Castlerock, Portrush, Portstewart, Ballymoney, Limavady, Ballymena, Ballycastle, Belfast and Lisburn: we work across Northern Ireland and occasionally further afield.
Can I visit your showroom?+
Yes. Our showroom at 29 Altikeeragh Road, Coleraine is open by appointment only. Call us to arrange a time.
Get your glass staircases priced, free
A free survey and written quote, with no obligation. 15 years' experience, one family team from survey to handover.