FAQ & SAFETY
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Do your products comply with Australian Standards?
Absolutely! All our products and parts, be it glass or hardware, have been tested and comply with Australian Standard AS1926 - 2010 for Pool Safety Barriers.
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Do you offer Trade pricing?
Yes! We offer trade pricing to genuine tradies, glass fencing installers, landscapers, builders etc. We just need your business name, ABN and builders licence number and we will give you access to our trade section with trade pricing.
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Is DIY glass pool fencing easy to install?
It's not difficult to install DIY glass pool fencing, however we do recommend you are well prepared and approach the install in a methodical manner. You will need all the appropriate tools and we do recommend finding someone to help you. If this is the first time you're installing glass fencing, we do offer a DIY Starter Kit to assist you with the layout of your glass fence. This helps eliminates errors, removes the guesswork and makes planning easy.
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What tools to I need for install?
The basic tools required for glass pool fencing are: Tape measure, string line, spirit level, timber blocks, chocs and wedges, masking tape, marker pens, alan keys, screw drivers, hammer, tongs, braces, clamps, pouring jug, mixing device, core driller/drill.
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What are the parameters for Pool Safety Barriers?
Local Councils require all new pools and spas to be fenced. Upon installation, your will need to have your fence certified either by the Local Council or a private certifier. If using a private certifier, you will need to forward the certificate to the local council
Basic parameters include:
1. All new pools and spas require fencing.
2. Fence must be a minimum height of 1200mm.
3. All gates must swing away from the pool.
4. All gates must have self-closing hinges with a child resistant latch.
5. Gate latch must be on the pool side.
6. All vertical gaps must be 100mm or less.
7. Any gap beneath the fence must be 100mm or less.
8. Any horizontal climbable surface on or near the fence must be less than 10mm (ie a window ledge).
9. A custom height panel may be required if there is a step up or down.
10. There is a “non-climb zone” of 900mm from the top of any fence surrounding the pool. This area must be free of climbable objects such as pots or climbable trees/branches.
11. Direct access from the house into the new pool/spa area is no longer permitted.
12. House windows that open directly into the pool/spa area must be permanently fixed so they open to a maximum 100mm either vertically or horizontally.
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Do I need to have my fence certified?
All new glass pool fences will need to be certifed to ensure they comply with the Australian Standards for Pool Safety Barriers. You can get your local council to come out and certify your fence. Alternatively you can pay a private certifier approx $150-200 to certify your fence and then you can forward your certificate to your local council. Private Certifiers can often come and inspect your fence at short notice and provide the certificate the same day. So, if you're in a hurry, this is a good way to go.
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What height is the pool fence?
The standard height requirement is 1200mm. All our glass panels are 1200mm high, so with the gap beneath the fence, the finished fence height will most likely be around 1240 - 1270mm.
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How strong is the glass?
The glass is Clear Toughened Safety Glass. The glass is made to Australian Standards. It is very strong and impact resistant. If, in the highly unlikely instance a piece of the glass does break, it will do so, into many tiny square and therefore less harmful pieces.
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How safe is the pool gate?
The gate and gate hardware meets the Australian Standard. We have self-closing hinges, both spring hinges for the 8mm thick gate, or Slow-Close hinges for the 12mm thick gate. Our Pool Safety Latch is positioned in such a way that it is extremely hard for young children to gain access to your pool. We can also offer a lockable latch.
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What size is the gate?
Our standard gate is 800-900mm wide in 8 and 12mm glass. The gate opening is approx 820-920mm wide. A standard door opening in a house is 800mm.
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Can the fence be installed on timber decking?
Yes. We base plated spigots for timber decking with are attached using large screws or bolts. Standard decking alone cannot hold the weight of glass fencing. We install significant timber sub-frames to cope with the weight.
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Can glass fencing be installed on concrete with pavers or tiles?
Yes. Holes need to be core drilled through the paver/tile and concrete. The spigots are then set into the core hole using a special non-shrink grout.
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Can the fence be installed in my lawn or garden bed?
Yes, we install concrete footings first and then install the glass fence as per concrete with pavers or tiles (above).
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How long will it take to receive my goods?
Depending on your location and requirements, you can expect delivery of your fencing products within 3-7 working days from when payment is received in full. Often we can deliver even sooner!
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Can I get a quote for DIY products?
Yes, call or email and we will get back to you with a Quick Quote.
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When does my pool need to be fence?
As soon as the hole is in the ground, you will require temporary fencing. Pool fencing needs to be installed within 8 weeks of pool installation.
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Do I need to put a fence around my swimming pool?
Yes. In all cases a new Swimming pool or spa is required to be fenced to restrict access from the street and adjoining properties.
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Does the pool fence require a Council Development Application prior to Installation?
If you are installing a new pool, it is most likely the Development application for the pool safety barrier will have been completed as a part of your pool application.
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If you have an old pool that you want to fence, or if you are selling your property and need to fence your pool prior to sale, many Councils do require a you to submit a Development Application prior to the installation of a Pool Safety Barrier. Check with your Local Council before works commence.