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Modern Elegance. Engineered Safety.

Glass railings and stair systems bring a sleek, contemporary aesthetic to commercial spaces while meeting strict building code requirements for fall protection, durability, and visibility. At Centennial Glass, we design, supply, and install commercial glass railing systems that perform as beautifully as they look.

Whether you’re outfitting a stairwell in a multi-storey building, installing balcony railings, or enhancing an atrium or lobby, our team delivers precision-engineered railing solutions backed by over 55 years of commercial glass expertise in Ottawa.

Planning a staircase, mezzanine, or balcony enclosure?

Strong, Stylish & Code-Compliant

Glass railings serve both form and function. At Centennial, we build railing systems that meet your architectural vision while ensuring maximum safety, structural integrity, and long-term durability.

Our railing and stair systems feature:

  • Tempered or laminated safety glass panels
  • Post-free, top-mounted, or side-mounted framing systems
  • Stainless steel or aluminum handrails (optional)
  • Frameless and low-profile hardware options
  • Privacy or frosted glass for stairwells and multi-unit buildings
  • AODA-compliant configurations with handrails or tactile indicators

Adding railings to an elevated space?

Explore our Glass Balcony Systems

Where Glass Railings Work Best

Centennial installs glass railings for a wide range of commercial and institutional settings:

  • Offices and corporate campuses
  • Condominium and apartment buildings
  • Hospitality and hotels
  • Educational institutions
  • Public atriums and lobbies
  • Restaurants, malls, and entertainment venues
  • Fitness facilities and wellness centers

Whether indoors or outdoors, we ensure your railings are properly anchored, weather-sealed, and installed to local code including impact, height, and fall-protection requirements.

Installation, Replacement & Custom Design

Our certified installers work closely with architects, builders, and interior designers to deliver custom glass railing systems that integrate seamlessly into your space.

We provide:

  • New system design and installation
  • Retrofit or replacement of outdated railings
  • Glass panel replacement for cracked or failing units
  • Railing adjustments, realignments, and hardware upgrades
  • Safety upgrades to meet evolving building codes

Need to replace damaged panels or upgrade railing hardware?

Visit our Commercial Reglazing page Or explore our Commercial Hardware options

Glass Styles & Railing Configurations

We offer a wide range of glass and railing configurations to match your aesthetic and performance goals:

  • Clear glass for openness and visibility
  • Frosted or etched glass for privacy
  • Tinted glass for sun control and architectural balance
  • Custom-shaped or notched glass panels for stair and curve integration
  • Decorative interlayers or branding available for corporate spaces
  • Bird-friendly and anti-reflective coatings (available on request)

Looking to match railing glass with windows or partitions?

Explore Custom Glass and Interior Partitions

Why Choose Centennial Glass?

  • Over 55 years of commercial glass excellence
  • Engineered and installed by certified, insured professionals
  • Full support for architects, engineers, and contractors
  • Retrofit-friendly systems and replacement services
  • In-house consultation for layout, safety, and performance

Need guidance on choosing railing systems for your property or project?

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