When thinking about remodeling projects, homeowners often focus on changing the layout but don’t realize the effect that other types of modifications can have. For instance, stair railings can have a significant impact on a house’s appearance, as well as safety. If you want your house to appear more spacious, but you don’t want to modify the floorplan, installing glass railings may be the solution. Solid railings made of wood or metal create a visual barrier between a staircase and the rest of the house. With glass railings, there is no visual dividing line. That can make the area around the staircase seem larger than it actually is and make the entire house feel more spacious. Glass railings are made with tempered glass. It’s stronger than standard glass and much less likely to break. If tempered glass does break, the pieces are small and round, which makes them unlikely to injure people or pets.