Glass Spigots and Stanchions Code Compliance
April 29, 2025
Are Glass Spigots Code Compliant? Glass spigot style posts are widely used in frameless glass railing applications. They can be made code compliant as long as they meet load and deflection requirements. Spigots and stanchions alike need to be anchored to a rigid substrate with ample embedment and at times will require the supplement of a top rail or additional glass clamps to add stability. Whether you are replacing your deck or retrofitting an old railing system, there are decisions to be made and possibly retrofitting of an old substrate prior to installing a new frameless glass railing. GLASS PANELS, BASE SHOE FRAMELESS GLASS, AND STANCHION MOUNTS- The minimum thickness for framed glass railing panels is 1/4″. Thicker glass is required for frameless glass and spigot or clamp style mounts. 3/8″, 1/2″ tempered and in certain situations laminated glass panels are necessary. Stanchions are compliant for semi-frameless glass systems if the achieve the support of required loads- 200 pound concentrated load. They can be custom, but must be well connected and made from durable materials. In commercial applications they may need to resist prying forces. Common applications for these systems include: decks balconies stairways wind screens Spigot Material Choices for Corrosion Resistance Marine grade stainless steel railing posts, spigots, clips, and stanchions are our recommended products for maximum corrosion resistance. Coastal railing applications almost exclusively utilize T316 marine grade stainless steel and powder coated stainless steel products. SDCR railing posts and stanchions are made from domestic stainless steel. Domestic stainless steel is a high quality low maintenance option for all modern railing systems. Cost Comparison- Glass Spigots vs. Cable Railings: A Glass Spigot Railing package will run a higher price point in most cases than a cable railing system. Interior glass railings are often a custom endeavor to accommodate angles, acquire proper mounting, and also preserve a modern aesthetic. Cable railing systems can be constructed less expensively than glass spigot railings and comparably cost out with any welded railing system or package on the market of similar quality. Consumers should consider if wind break is necessary and whether or not they have the support structure or the ability to add support for a successful spigot mounted railing prior to purchasing any products. California Coastal Railings Our frameless glass deck railing systems can be found up and down the California coast; performing in some of the toughest environmental conditions. We offer fast turn around times for stainless steel railing posts, glass railing posts, and frameless/semi-frameless glass railings. Customers in California can utilize our preferred railing installers for a one stop sales/installation service. If you would like to learn more about the best material choices for glass spigot posts or framed glass railings, contact one of our sales team members. DIY Glass Railings vs. Contractor Installation Some projects are great candidates for DIY products and services. For more custom or out of the box applications- Our preferred contractors at San Diego Cable Railings have installed hundreds of stainless steel cable and glass railing systems all over California. Visit the QUOTE REQUEST form for a free estimate on our popular stainless cable railing and glass railing systems. CLICK HERE TO REQUEST A QUOTE FROM OUR SALES TEAM! Glass Railing Codes, Modern Deck Railings, Stainless Steel vs. Aluminum Glass Spigots and Stanchions Code Compliance MavenApril 29, 2025 Laminated glass panel railing codes Laminated Glass Panel Railing Code Requirements MavenApril 9, 2025 curved railings Radius Railings MavenMarch 22, 2025 california handrail code California Handrail Code MavenMarch 5, 2025 Cable Railing News Modern Gate Designs MavenFebruary 4, 2025 Browse More Posts Add Your Heading Text Here