Easy guide to measuring your project area

Guide to Measuring Your Project Area for Glass Balustrades

Step 1: Preparation

• Take Your Time: Accurate measurements are crucial. Double and triple-check your measurements to avoid ordering a system that’s too big or too small.

Step 2: Draw a Plan

• Create a Drawing: Start with a drawing of where you want the glass balustrade system to be installed. Use a printable plan template to help collate your information. {Download an example here}

Step 3: Measure the Area

• Take Measurements: Carefully measure the area where the balustrade will be installed. Ensure all measurements are precise.

Tip 1: Identify the Outside Edge of Your Platform

• Measure the Outside Edge: This is the most crucial measurement. Different balustrade designs have different fixing center requirements, so providing the outer platform dimensions helps in calculating the required balustrade size.

Tip 2: Measure Parapet Walls

• Height and Width: If your project includes a parapet wall that will support the balustrade fittings, measure its height and width.

Tip 3: Determine the Height

• Standard Height: The standard height for a balustrade is 1,100mm. If you need a different height, note your requirements to share with the provider.

Tip 4: Measure the Fall (if applicable)

• Sloping Platform:
  1. Hold a string at the highest point of the fall.
  2. Have a second person hold the string at the end of the fall and pull it tight.
  3. Use a spirit level to ensure the string is level.
  4. Measure the distance from the end of the string to the ground (Rise).
  5. Measure the total length of the string (Fall).
  6. Record these measurements as Rise (height) and Fall (length) to calculate the angle of the slope.

Tip 5: Measuring Tips

• Metric and Imperial: Most tapes provide measurements in both metric (centimeters/millimeters) and imperial (inches). Metric is preferred, but conversions can be made if you measure in inches.
• Using the Tape Measure:
  • When measuring up to a wall or post, push the silver end of the tape against it. The silver end moves to provide an accurate measure.
  • When measuring at the end of the platform, place the tape end over the platform and pull it tight. The end will move, which is normal.
  • Metric tapes show numbers in centimeters, with small marks in between representing millimeters. For example, 2cm and 6 small marks equal 26mm (2.6cm).
  • Some tapes also show meter marks. For instance, 1m 2cm and 6 small marks equal 1026mm (102.6cm).

Step 4: Send Your Measurements

• Email Your Plan: Send your measurements and plan to us for a quote. Remember, we cannot be held responsible for any measurement errors.

By following these steps, you’ll ensure accurate measurements and a smooth installation process for your glass balustrades