Frameless Glass Pool Fence Installation in Auckland, NZ

Why should you choose Royal Glass?

Safety

We craft all our glass pool fences from tempered glass or laminated glass, adhering to the specifications outlined in the New Zealand Building Code.

Highly-customisable

We offer an extensive array of fixings and colour options for our glass pool fence hardware fixings, allowing you to tailor your space according to your unique preferences.

Extended Warranty

We offer a comprehensive warranty on all of our products and services. This gives you peace of mind knowing that your investment is protected.

Free Hardware Adjustment

We provide a free adjustment service for your pool fence within the first year of installation, fixing any misalignments that may occur during this period.

Auckland Council-registered Author

This authorisation allows us to sign-off on producer statement paperworks for inspections, guaranteeing compliance and quality.

Royal Glass provides frameless glass pool fence installation, offering tailored solutions to enhance safety and aesthetics around swimming pools. While swimming pools are fun for children, ensuring safety and minimizing the risk of drowning incidents is paramount. Collaborating closely with homeowners, builders, and landscapers, we develop frameless glass pool fence solutions for numerous projects annually. From conceptualization to project completion, we actively guide clients through the pool fence design process. Whether you’re upgrading an existing pool or embarking on a new construction, our team offers valuable insights and expert advice.

Leveraging our proficiency in glass pool fence design and installation, Royal Glass assures top-quality solutions crafted to your exact specifications. Customer satisfaction is our primary focus, and we continuously strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service and meticulous attention to detail.

Glass Pool Fence Systems

Mono

Anchor

Single anchor / single disc glass baluster system used in a house's balcony in Auckland

Mono is a strong and durable point-fixed frameless glass balustrade system. It features anchors that are securely bolted through the glass panels.

Duo

Anchor

Double anchor / double disc glass pool barrier used in an Auckland home

Duo is a strong and durable point-fixed frameless glass balustrade system. It features anchors that are securely bolted through the glass panels.

Pillar

Mini Post

Square mini post glass pool fence used in an Auckland home

Pillar is a modern solution that combines style and practicality. This system is designed to make your space look great while keeping things simple and safe.

Ward

Mini Post

Round mini post glass pool barrier used in an Auckland home

Ward, like Pillar, you don’t need to worry about water, leaves, and debris gathering around – the glass are lifted, letting them escape easily. Making it easier to maintain the area.

Vista

Channel

Aluminium channel glass pool fence used in an Auckland home

Vista is a sleek and cantilevered design that combines elegance with robust engineering. This system redefines modern architecture, offering a distinctive solution for your space.

Elite

Aluminium Frame

Aluminium framed glass pool barrier used in an Auckland home

The perfect blend of strength, elegance, and low maintenance. The sturdy frame provides robust support, giving you peace of mind about the safety and reliability of your balustrades.

Frequently Asked Questions for Glass Pool Fences

About pool fence inspection

The Council requires inspection of all swimming pools at least once every three years. Spa pools with lockable covers are exempt from mandatory inspections.

Yes, the Council will send you a letter prior to the inspection.

You don’t need to be present at home for the inspection, but if you prefer to be there, you can contact the Council to arrange it. If you’re not home during the inspection, the inspector will leave a calling card.

If the inspection finds that your pool fails, the Council may issue a Notice to Fix and/or request you to drain the pool, depending on the nature of the issues identified.

Yes, pool owners can choose an independently qualified pool inspector (IQPI) to conduct the mandatory inspection. However, the Council must accept the IQPI inspection for it to be considered official.

About glass pool fence

A balustrade serves as a barrier to prevent falls and guide individuals within any building element, while a fence functions as a barrier in situations without fall hazards, such as around a pool. For detailed information, consult the New Zealand Building Code and Acceptable Solutions.

The New Zealand Building Code states that differences in level less than 1.0 metre do not require a balustrade. However, if you install a balustrade, it must comply with the balustrade loads specified in the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) guidance on barrier design.

The New Zealand Building Code states that differences in level less than 1.0 metre do not require a balustrade. However, if you install a balustrade, it must comply with the balustrade loads specified in the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) guidance on barrier design.

Royal Glass can issue a producer statement certifying that their proprietary balustrade design fully complies with the New Zealand Building Code. You can obtain this certificate from your local Authorized Fabricator or Specifier.

To obtain a balustrade quote, provide details such as the style of the balustrade, deck layout dimensions, the substrate to which the balustrade will be attached, and the location of the project.

Independent engineers test and assess all balustrade systems to exceed the requirements of the AS/NZS standard, ensuring their safety and effectiveness in protecting your family.

Yes, Royal Glass custom-makes all balustrades and pool fences to fit each individual project. We measure, fabricate, color-coat, and install them to suit various building applications, including unique shapes or sizes.

Yes, the same barrier requirements apply to indoor residential pools as to other residential pools. Doors leading into the pool area must not be readily opened by children and should either be self-closing or have an alarm.

A fence encompasses any part of a building, gate, or door that forms part of a barrier. Fencing denotes any barrier used to enclose a pool and restrict or prevent access to it.

Yes, you can use a boundary fence as part of the pool fence. However, if the fence has horizontal rails on the outside of the pool area, they must be spaced more than 900mm apart to prevent climbing by small children. You can add additional measures, such as triangle fillets or additional 4×2 rails, to make it unclimbable.

Yes, your house can incorporate the pool fence. However, ensure that windows and doors leading into the pool area are not easily opened by children. Doors should have alarms or automatically close, while windows should be positioned to prevent children from accessing the pool area.

While focusing on the safety of children under five, the new rules apply to all pools to ensure safety consistency across New Zealand.

Yes, any pool capable of holding more than 400mm depth of water, including spa pools and temporary kitset or inflatable pools, requires a building consent.

If you want to raise an issue about a non-compliant pool fence, you can contact the Council. The Council will review the information and conduct a site inspection if required.

About spa pool

The new legislation refers to spa pools as ‘small heated pools’ and defines them as pools with a water surface area of less than 5 square meters designed for therapeutic or recreational use.

Previous pool fencing restrictions have significantly reduced drownings across the country. Safety and consistency drive the new rules. The rules aim to protect you and anyone who may be in or around your pool.

It all depends on the size of your spa pool. You will either need to install a fence surrounding the spa pool or, if it meets certain criteria, you can make it safe by having a lockable cover.

If the water surface area of your spa is less than 5 square meters and the sides are higher than 760mm, making it impossible for small children to climb, you can use a lockable cover.

If your spa is larger or has lower sides, you will need to install a full fence around the spa.

A lockable cover must have signage indicating its child safety features, and it must:

  • Restrict entry of children under five years of age when closed.
  • Withstand a foreseeable load.
  • Be quickly closed when the spa isn’t being used.
  • Have no projections within 760mm of the spa – this includes steps.
  • Have a surface no greater than 5 square meters.
  • Have unclimbable sides.

Glass Pool Fence Safety Checklist

Barrier

The pool barrier must restrict access to the pool and the immediate pool area. It should be at least 1.2m in height above the ground and any permanent projection or object placed within 1.2m of the barrier, such as steps, retaining walls, raised gardens, etc. There should be no climbable features on the outside of the barrier (or adjoining barrier) that could be used for climbing. If present, they should be spaced at least 900mm apart. The barrier must not have any gaps that exceed 100mm in or under it, including pet doors.

Other

Ensure that trellis or mesh fencing around the pool has openings of 50mm or less if higher than 1.8m, or openings of 10mm or less if the height is between 1.2m and 1.8m. Alternatively, fit a protective cover. Ensure there are no trees that could assist young children in climbing the fence. Disable or remove external removable ladders after use. For pools installed after 1 January 2017, do not allow ladders unless they are surrounded by a complying barrier and gate. If the pool barrier features a building or boundary fence, consult the guidelines for using other structures as part of the pool barrier. Please note that this checklist provides general information and you should verify it with local regulations and building codes for specific requirements and compliance

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