The glass base rail system features a thin metal rail at the bottom of the structure that securely holds each glass panel in place. The glass panels themselves act as the handrail, eliminating the need for an additional metal or wood handrail.

How To: Measuring For Glass U-Channel & Base Rail

To ensure precise measurements for your glass railing system, use the provided measuring kit, which includes:

• Post Layout Drawing
• Template Guide
• Wood Screws
• Acrylic

Step 1: Identify Your First Run
Locate the first run on the post layout drawing in the measuring kit and mark it on your deck to prepare for the next step.

Step 2: How to Use the Base Rail Templates
The base rail measuring kit includes two acrylic templates:

• One for straight runs
• One for corner terminations

The goal is to position the templates 1” from the outside edge, ensuring that the mounting locations align directly beneath the finished deck board for safety and code compliance.

First, measure any overhang and position the templates accordingly.

Step 3: Installing the Acrylic Pieces
Place the corner acrylic piece in the corner, accounting for the overhang. Mount the template with screws, securing it to the decking. Repeat the process for the straight template at the opposite end.

Step 4: Measuring the Run
Once both templates are installed, measure the distance between them using a tape measure. Hook the tape on the outside edge of the template, then measure to the opposite end.

Step 5: Recording the Run Type & Length
On the back of the template guide, record the run type (straight, corner, or combinations) and the run length (distance between the templates).