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No. Privacy screens and windbreaks serve different purposes, although one product can sometimes do both. A privacy screen reduces views into a space, while a windbreak provides shelter by reducing the wind reaching a deck, balcony or patio. The right choice depends on which issue matters most to you.
Position a privacy screen where people can see into your space and choose screening that provides sufficient privacy, such as frosted glass or closely spaced slats. A windbreak should be designed for the prevailing wind direction and height, with fixings suitable for the wind loads. Frosted or tinted glass can provide both shelter and privacy, while clear glass offers shelter without obstructing the view. Start with the problem you most want to solve.
Place privacy screening where neighbouring properties or passers-by can see into your space. You rarely need to screen the entire deck or balcony. First, identify whether you want privacy from a neighbour, the street, one side of the patio or from above. Screening one or two exposed sides is often enough.
Solid screening offers greater privacy, while spaced slats allow more light and an open feel. On sloping ground, the screen may need to follow different levels. A vertical screen helps prevent views from the side, but where neighbouring properties are higher up, additional overhead screening or solar shading may be needed. Choose only as much screening as you need.
This depends on the height, design and position of the screen, as well as local requirements. A tall, solid screen may be treated differently from an open balustrade, while adding a screen to a balcony may change a building’s appearance. Check with the relevant local authority and, where applicable, the property owner before ordering.
A low, transparent screen may be assessed differently from a tall, solid one, and its position near a property boundary or a road can also matter. On balconies in blocks of flats, taller panels or replacing clear glass with frosted glass may affect the building's appearance. If your property is subject to leasehold or building-management restrictions, check what changes are permitted. A tall screen is also exposed to greater wind forces and must be designed accordingly.
A windbreak works best when its height, length and position are planned around the prevailing wind and where you sit. It is often more effective to screen the most exposed side than to enclose an entire deck or balcony. Visit the space on a windy day to see where shelter is needed most.
A windbreak should provide shelter where you sit, but taller is not always better. An L-shaped screen can reduce side winds that would otherwise come around the corner. Glass creates shelter without blocking natural light and can work even on small balconies. Larger, taller glass panels are exposed to greater wind forces, so the glass, posts, fixings and supporting structure must be considered together.
Aluminium is a durable, low-maintenance material for outdoor balustrades. It resists corrosion well and performs in different weather conditions when the system and finish are appropriate for the location. A powder-coated balustrade does not normally need sanding or repainting.
For routine care, it is usually enough to clean the posts and profiles with water, a soft cloth and, if needed, a mild detergent. Near the sea, rinse away salt and dirt as required. Powder coating provides protection and colour, although weather and UV exposure can affect it over time. Aluminium being lightweight does not automatically make the balustrade less stable.
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Your choice of fixing makes a big difference to the overall appearance. There are three different mounting methods to choose from when you order Elements:
Elements can be customised with several decorative patterns and over 200 different colours. Create a personal privacy screen or windbreak that suits your patio perfectly.
Glass, with top rail
Glass, without top railToughened glass is available for all glass types
Laminated glass, 8.76 mm, ultra-clearLaminated glass, 8.76 mm, clear
Laminated glass, 8.76 mm, opal
Laminated glass, 8.76 mm, grey
Standard height
Full height
Drops
Hexagon
Dry dirt
Zinc, painted finish, 45×60 mm, square
Zinc, painted finish, 45×60 mm, roundedStainless steel 40×50 mm, roundedStainless steel 45×60 mm, squareStainless steel 45×60 mm, roundedZinc, painted finish, 45×60 mm, square with lug
Square aluminium, 50×50 mm
Profiled oak
Profiled jatoba
Natural anodised (silver)
Grey with texture
Black (RAL 9005)White (RAL 9010)
Any RAL colourElements is our range of decorative screens combining effective privacy screening with contemporary design. The system creates separate, more private areas on your patio without blocking out all the light. Choose from a variety of laser-cut patterns to adjust the level of privacy to suit your needs.
Unlike traditional timber privacy screens, Elements is made from aluminium. It does not need painting or oiling like timber, although routine cleaning and care are still recommended, whether installed on a patio or balcony.
Thanks to its flexible design, Elements is a popular choice for:
Installing Elements is easy, as we supply a complete kit with every part made to measure. You don’t need any specialist skills, and all the fixings you need are included in the delivery.
Here's how it works:
After placing your order, you'll have access to unique installation videos that show each step for your specific configuration.
Elements is manufactured at our facility in Ängelholm. Through in-house design and production, we ensure that every screen wall is of high quality and meets the safety requirements for load-bearing aluminium construction products. Every order is tailored to your choices and supplied with a declaration of performance.
The manufacturing process itself is certified in accordance with EN 1090-1 and complies with applicable Eurocodes for load-bearing capacity and performance. Production is continuously monitored by RISE (Research Institutes of Sweden), which is responsible for external verification of traceability, quality, and the manufacturing process.
To ensure a long service life outdoors, Elements is tested to corrosivity class C5, which means it withstands both salt spray and high humidity without corroding.
Here you’ll find technical information about Elements – our decorative aluminium screen walls.
We have compiled data on dimensions, mounting methods, and materials to help you with your planning and ensure proper installation.
Load-tested posts
The posts have been tested with top and side fixing on a timber substrate and can take a load of 0.5–1.0 kN/m.
Square 50×50 mm
Square posts and top rail made of aluminium, measuring 50×50 mm.
Surface coating: 20 µm
Our aluminium profiles are anodised. This is the same principle used on the mast of a sailboat, which is resistant to wind and weather.
Colour options
Posts are available in natural aluminium, white, black, textured grey and seven additional shades of grey as standard options.
Material thickness 2.5 mm
Square 50×50 mm
Square posts and top rail made of aluminium, measuring 50×50 mm.
Surface coating: 20 µm
Our aluminium profiles are anodised. This is the same principle used on the mast of a sailboat, which is resistant to wind and weather.
Timber top rail
Profiled top rail in untreated light oak or jatoba (a hardwood with properties and an appearance similar to teak).
Angles
If the balustrade has corners, you mitre the timber top rail yourself. This ensures an exact fit. Both timber and aluminium can easily be cut with a standard mitre saw. If you choose an aluminium top rail and the corner is 90 degrees, no cutting is needed.
8.76 mm laminated glass
Two 4 mm glass sheets bonded with a plastic interlayer. If the glass breaks, the interlayer helps retain the fragments. Supplied with ground and polished edges.
8.76 mm toughened laminated glass
Same construction as our standard laminated glass, but with two toughened glass panels instead. We recommend this glass for environments where the balustrade may be exposed to repeated external stresses. Comes with ground and polished edges.
Glass options (colour)
When configuring your balustrade, choose clear glass or laminated glass with a grey-tinted or opal interlayer. The coloured or frosted film is positioned between the glass sheets.
Clamps in zinc or stainless steel
You can choose between zinc clamps (painted in the same colour as the balustrade) or clamps in marine-grade stainless steel (AISI 316).
Square or rounded
When designing your balustrade, you choose whether you want square or rounded clamps.
Colour
The clamps come in the same colour as the rest of the balustrade.
Bracket
The panel is fixed with an aluminium angle bracket.
Symmetrical Sections
When you enter your measurements in our configurator, you always specify the edge dimensions at the location where you want the balustrade installed. Our configurator then makes the necessary adjustments. For your balustrade, we then adjust the section dimensions so that each section on either side is the same length. In other words, we customise the balustrade to fit your measurements – not the other way around.
Choice of balustrade height
In the configurator, choose a height from 800 to 1,100 mm, measured from the floor to the top of the balustrade. Check the appropriate height for your installation against the relevant local requirements, particularly where there is a fall risk.
Made to the millimetre
When you provide your measurements, please be as precise as possible – down to the millimetre. We’ll craft your balustrade to the millimetre so that it fits perfectly in the spot where you want to install it.
Adaptation for sloping ceilings
You can choose to adapt your balustrade to a sloping ceiling at the start or end. We then produce a glass panel with a cut-off corner to your measurements.
Complete kits
Our delivery includes everything you need for installation. As well as posts, glass and top rail, all screws, drill bits and any special tools are included. If you have a cordless drill, a spanner, a folding rule and a spirit level, you really don’t need anything else.
Assembly Videos and Instructions
The videos show various steps to help you with your assembly. Our assembly tips and videos are customised for each order. In other words, these are not general descriptions but are tailored specifically to your order.
Top mounting
The base is secured to the floor with 4 screws.
Side fixing
The post is secured with two screws through the side, directly into the supporting surface.
Selectable Mounting Heights
If you choose side mounting, you also have the option to select the mounting height. You can have the post extend downward by 350 mm, 250 mm, 195 mm, or 145 mm. If possible, a greater depth is preferable. The mounting height may affect the number of sections per side.
Screw for timber fixing
If you choose to fix into timber, screws for this purpose are included. The screw is made of hardened steel and, for outdoor use, is also surface-treated with Corrseal – corrosivity class C4. The screw has a milled groove along the shank and one at the tip, which gives a very low driving torque in harder timber and minimises splitting.
Screw for concrete fixing
If you choose to fix into a concrete substrate, screws for this purpose are included. The screw is made of hardened steel and, for outdoor use, is also surface-treated with Corrseal – corrosivity class C4. Approved for cracked concrete, uncracked concrete and hollow-core slabs. Also suitable for solid brick, perforated brick, solid calcium silicate brick and natural stone.
Top rail with or without wall fixing
If the balustrade meets a wall, you can also choose to fix the top rail to the wall. This can make the structure slightly more stable.
Aluminium Parts
Posts or other aluminium parts require minimal maintenance. If stains appear, a mild detergent, water, and a soft cloth are usually sufficient. Do not use products with abrasive properties, acids, or alkaline agents.
Timber top rail
If the balustrade is to be installed outdoors, we recommend cleaning the top rail and then sanding it with fine-grit sandpaper. Treat the top rail with an impregnating product such as wood oil or similar, depending on the conditions. For indoor installation, only cleaning and light sanding are needed. You can treat it with wood oil or similar if you wish. All oak contains tannic acid in varying amounts, depending on the moisture content of the timber, as the tannic acid protects the wood against rot. When your oak top rail or handrail is exposed to rain outdoors for the first time, tannic acid is released, which can cause discolouration on the surface below. We therefore recommend oiling the timber, or alternatively applying oxalic acid during installation to reduce the release of the acid. Oxalic acid can also be used to clean discolouration from the surface below. Ask your paint supplier for advice before using oxalic acid. To keep the timber looking good, we also recommend oiling it once a year.
Glass
Clean the glass with a window and mirror cleaner and a soft cloth. For stubborn marks, methylated spirits can be used. Then clean again with window and mirror cleaner. Do not use abrasive cleaners on glass.
Sheet metal
The sheet metal requires little maintenance. If stains appear, a mild detergent, water and a soft cloth are usually sufficient. Do not use abrasive products, acids or alkaline cleaners.
Our A+, A, B and C use classes provide guidance on where a particular balustrade configuration may be suitable. They draw on our product testing and take into account factors such as the chosen height, section width and components. These are our own product classifications, not UK building regulation categories. The installation must also meet the requirements that apply at its location.
Use class A+
Our A+ configuration is documented for a minimum horizontal line load of 1 kN/m. The suitability of a particular balustrade for a residential, commercial or public setting depends on the complete configuration and the requirements of the installation site. Where glass is included, the specified safety glazing should be assessed as part of the whole system.
Use class A
Our A configuration is documented for a minimum horizontal line load of 0.5 kN/m. Whether that configuration is suitable for a particular residential installation depends on the site and its applicable requirements. Where glass is included, the specified safety glazing forms part of the overall system.
Use class B
Our B configuration is documented for a minimum horizontal line load of 0.5 kN/m. Whether it suits a particular installation depends on the site, the difference in level and the applicable requirements. Where glass is included, safety glass is used to reduce the risk of injury on impact.
Use class C
Use class C is intended for ground-level settings. Where glass is included, safety glass is used to reduce the risk of injury on impact. A balustrade may also be classed as C if Balustradedesign, in consultation with you, makes a change that deviates from our standard. Class C then indicates that this specific configuration has not been tested.
Any RAL colour
The panel always comes powder-coated, and you are free to choose from all RAL colours.
Patterns
There are three patterns to choose from: Drops, Dry Dirt and Hexagon.
Material thickness 3 mm
