Here at Pro Glass Facades, we design, manufacture, and install bespoke architectural glass facades, combining performance with visual impact.

Whether you’re working on a commercial office, high-rise development, educational facility or retail unit, our curtain walling systems are engineered to meet UK Building Regulations for energy efficiency, fire safety, and structural integrity.

We collaborate with architects, main contractors, and developers to deliver glazing solutions that are functional, striking, and built to last.

Contact us today for a free consultation with our glass facade specialists. 

What Is a Glass Facade System?

A glass facade system is a structural glazing solution that forms the outer skin of a building, using aluminium framing to support large glass panels.

Since glass facades are non-loadbearing, they are typically fixed to the building’s structural frame and designed to protect from the elements while maximising natural light.

At Pro Glass Facades, we install both stick-built and unitised curtain wall systems, depending on project size, speed, and installation access.

What Types of Glass Facades Do You Offer?

We offer a range of glass facade systems that are tailored to meet the architectural, structural, and performance needs of modern commercial and residential buildings.

Since buildings vary in height, usage, and design complexity, we provide solutions such as curtain walling systems, structural glazing, frameless glass facades, and hybrid aluminium-glass systems. 

Each option is selected based on project-specific requirements, including visual impact, thermal performance, and installation method.

Curtain walling, for example, is often used for commercial office buildings and public sector projects because it allows large, uninterrupted glass spans supported by aluminium framing. 

Structural glazing, on the other hand, conceals mechanical fixings to provide a seamless, frameless appearance suited to high-end retail or feature entrances.

We also offer double-skin facade systems for enhanced energy performance, and unitised glazing systems for rapid installation on high-rise buildings. 

As each facade type has its own technical benefits, we carry out a full assessment during the design phase to recommend the most appropriate system for your project.

What Glass Types Are Used in Modern Facade Systems?

We use a wide range of performance glass types, including low-E double or triple glazing for insulation, solar control glass to manage glare and overheating, laminated or toughened safety glass for impact resistance, acoustic glass to reduce external noise and fire-rated glass where required for compartmentation.

Since performance and compliance vary by application, we specify glazing based on the project’s thermal, acoustic, and safety needs.

How Long Does Installation Take?

The timeframe for installing a glass facade system depends on several factors, including the scale and height of the building, whether the system is unitised (prefabricated) or stick-built on site, site accessibility and weather conditions.

On average, a medium-sized commercial project may take 4 to 10 weeks from initial fix to final sealing. 

We provide detailed installation schedules and coordinate with other trades to ensure minimal disruption on site.

How Much Does a Glass Facade Cost?

The cost of professional glass facade installation is from £450 to £1,000 per square metre.

The cost of glass facade installation ranges from £450 to £750 per square metre for stick-built curtain walling and £600 to £1,000 per square metre for unitised or structural glazing systems.

Costs depend on glass specification, thermal and acoustic performance, system complexity, and the height or access level of the installation.

We offer project-specific quotations that include design, fabrication, delivery, and installation, along with full compliance documentation.

What Are the Benefits of a Glass Facade System?

Glass facades offer both aesthetic and functional advantages:

• Enhances natural light and reduces reliance on artificial lighting
• Supports modern architectural design with sleek, clean lines
• Improves thermal efficiency with high-performance glazing
• Provides weather protection and long-term durability
• Enables acoustic insulation in busy urban environments
• Meets UK safety and energy performance standards
• Increases property value and occupier appeal

As the facade defines the character of a building, our systems are engineered to balance performance with architectural intent.

Are Your Facades Compliant with UK Building Regulations?

All our glass facade installations are fully compliant with current UK Building Regulations, ensuring safety, performance, and legal approval for new builds and refurbishments.

Since glass facades form a significant part of a building’s external envelope, they must meet several regulatory standards. 

These include Part L for thermal performance and energy efficiency, which ensures the facade achieves required U-values and controls solar gain. 

They also comply with Part B for fire safety, covering fire resistance, compartmentation, and fire-stopping between floors.

In addition, Part K is addressed to ensure protection from impact and falls, especially at lower levels and glazed entrances. 

Where accessibility is a concern, Part M requirements are also met, particularly when our systems integrate with automatic doors or accessible entrances.

We provide supporting documentation such as structural calculations, U-value reports, thermal break specifications, and system certifications to demonstrate full compliance. 

We allow for straightforward approval by Building Control and peace of mind for clients, contractors, and end users.

How Do You Maintain a Glass Facade System?

Glass facades require regular maintenance to retain their aesthetic appearance and ensure continued compliance with safety and performance standards.

Since facade glazing is exposed to wind, rain, pollution, and UV radiation, surface cleaning and routine inspection are necessary to prevent staining, material degradation, or water ingress.

We recommend that clients implement a maintenance plan that includes periodic facade cleaning—typically two to four times a year depending on the building’s height, location, and exposure. 

High-rise buildings in urban areas may require more frequent access via cradle systems, abseil teams, or scaffold towers.

In addition to cleaning, all seals, gaskets, pressure plates, and drainage components should be checked for deterioration, especially on older systems. 

By maintaining the facade properly, building owners can extend its lifespan and avoid expensive remedial work caused by neglected water management or failed sealants.

Do You Offer Fire-Rated or Safety Glazing?

We offer fire-rated and safety glazing solutions as part of our glass facade systems.

Since building regulations require fire protection and human impact resistance in specific locations—such as escape routes, stair cores, and areas below 1500mm in height, we supply and install glass that meets the necessary classification.

Fire-rated glazing is available in both integrity-only and integrity-plus-insulation options, depending on the performance level required. This is essential in multi-storey buildings and areas where fire compartmentation is part of the design.

Safety glass is typically toughened or laminated and is installed in compliance with BS 6262-4, ensuring that if breakage occurs, the risk of injury is minimised. We use these glass types in all public-facing zones, entrances, and internal atriums to protect both users and the fabric of the building.

What Is the Lead Time for Glass Facade Installation?

The lead time for a glass facade project typically ranges between 8 to 16 weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the system.

Since each facade is manufactured to order and designed to suit your building’s structural layout, the process involves several stages: design approval, material procurement, off-site fabrication, and final installation.

For stick-built curtain walling, lead times are generally shorter, especially on low- to mid-rise buildings. For unitised glazing or structural systems—especially those requiring custom finishes, curved glass, or advanced coatings—the manufacturing process is longer due to precision engineering and quality assurance testing.

We advise early engagement to finalise technical specifications and coordinate installation dates with other site trades to avoid delays during envelope construction.

Can You Assist with the Design and Specification Process?

We provide full design support during the specification phase of your glass facade project, including technical drawings, performance data, and material samples.

Since facades impact not only the building’s aesthetic but also its thermal, acoustic, and structural performance, early collaboration ensures that all factors are accounted for before construction begins.

Our team works alongside architects, consultants, and contractors to develop solutions that meet planning conditions, satisfy regulatory requirements, and align with project budgets. We offer 3D visualisations, CAD drawings, and engineering input to refine the system choice and ensure buildability.

We also coordinate with structural engineers to validate wind loads, deflection limits, and fixing details for high-rise and exposed sites.

Speak to Pro Glass Facades 

At Pro Glass Facades, we specialise in delivering high-specification, fully compliant architectural glass facade systems for the commercial, residential, and public sectors.

From design consultation to final installation, we bring technical expertise, industry insight, and a commitment to quality.

Contact us today to request a quotation, technical drawing review, or site survey for your glass facade project.

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