Balancing safety, compliance, and style with the right external balustrade system

Balustrades are essential to every build — they’re not only a safety requirement but also a design opportunity. Whether you’re working on a high-rise development, coastal home, or external feature stair, choosing the right balustrade system impacts compliance, install time, and the visual finish of your project.

At Apexa, we offer a range of glazed and picket-style balustrades, each engineered for specific applications. Here’s a breakdown to help you decide which type best suits your build.

Picket Balustrades

Best for: Durability, speed of install, and high-repetition residential builds

Picket balustrades are a versatile and cost-effective solution for external applications. Constructed from vertical aluminium uprights (pickets), they’re ideal for multi-residential developments, townhouse sites, or any project that requires efficient repeatability and minimal maintenance.

Our picket systems are pre-fabricated and powder coated in-house, ensuring fast lead times and quality control across every project. With clean lines and a range of finishes available, they suit both contemporary and traditional designs. They’re also highly durable — perfect for long-term exposure to the elements.

Glazed Balustrades

Best for: Maximising views, open spaces, and architectural impact

Glazed balustrades offer a sleek, modern finish, using frameless or framed glass panels to create an open, uninterrupted look. Ideal for balconies, stair voids, and terraces with scenic outlooks, glazed systems enhance natural light and create a feeling of space — inside and out.

At Apexa, our glazed balustrades are delivered to site 100% complete, including pre-installed glazing. This means:

• No glaziers required on site
• Earlier scaffold removal
• Reduced handover delays

They’re a premium choice for high-end homes and high-rise projects where design impact and efficiency are equally important.

Choosing between glazed and picket systems

When deciding on the best system for your project, consider the following:

Both systems are fully NCC-compliant and NATA-tested, giving you peace of mind around safety, durability, and certification — no matter which design you choose.

Need a customised look?

Both picket and glazed systems can be tailored to suit your vision:

• Choose from a range of powder coat colours (applied in-house)
• Select framed or frameless styles
• Mix materials — e.g. glass infill with aluminium posts
• Request integrated features like matching handrails or concealed fixings

Our design team can help specify a balustrade solution that aligns with your architectural style, budget, and build timeline.

Why choose Apexa for external balustrades

• ✔ Complete glazed and picket balustrade systems
• ✔ Powder coated in-house for consistent finish and faster lead times
• ✔ 100% complete glazed panels for time-saving on site
• ✔ Independently NATA-tested and NCC-compliant
• ✔ DIY Kits or trade-ready delivery available
• ✔ Trusted by builders across residential, commercial, and high-rise sectors

Need help choosing the right fit?

We’re here to help. Whether you need a supply-only solution, a custom specification, or a full installation package, our team can guide you through selecting the right balustrade system — built for your site, your team, and your timeline.

Contact Apexa today to request brochures, samples, or a project-specific quote.