Furniture Protection

Protective Glass Tabletops West End

Preserve your timber furniture or replace a broken table top with our custom cut glass solutions.

Protect Timber Surfaces

Toughened Safety Glass

Polished Edges

Any Shape or Size

Durable Glass Tabletops West End

Exact Templates

We can template your furniture to ensure the glass follows every curve.

Safety Standards

We recommend toughened glass for dining tables to ensure family safety.

Premier Custom Glass Solutions for Your West End Home

Living in the vibrant heart of 4101, we know that West End homes range from beautifully restored post-war timber Queenslanders to sleek, modern apartments along the river.

Whether you are looking to protect a vintage dining table or add a modern touch to your home office, West End Glazier is your local authority on glass.

We understand that your furniture is an investment, and nothing preserves the integrity of fine timber or adds a contemporary edge like high-quality glass.

Our team specialises in measuring, cutting, and installing Glass Tabletops West End residents trust for durability and style.

Unlike big-box retailers who sell 'standard' sizes that never quite fit, we can cut everything to order right here in Brisbane. My team and I take immense pride in delivering precision work that accounts for every curve, corner, and cable cutout required.

We are not a referral network; we are the glaziers who will be visiting your home, measuring your furniture, and ensuring the final product is flawless.

custom glass protector on curved coffee table showing exact fit and polished edge

Technical Specifications and Customisation Options

At West End Glazier, we don't just supply glass; we engineer solutions. Our technical range allows for complete customisation regarding thickness, edge work, and safety features. Below are the specific product categories we manufacture and install for our local clients.

Dining Table Protectors

Designed to withstand daily family use. We typically recommend 6mm to 10mm toughened safety glass for these applications.

Glass Type

6mm or 10mm Toughened

Finishes

Clear, Ultra-clear (low iron), Tinted

Edgework

Flat machine polished

Benefit

Smooth touch, aesthetically pleasing

Office and Desk Glass

Perfect for home offices in West End apartments. Precise CNC cutouts for cable management grommets.

Glass Type

6mm Toughened Safety Glass

Customisation

Cable holes, corner radius

Function

Smooth writing surface

Protection

Prevents scratches & pen marks

custom glass desk top with rounded corner radius for home office

round coffee table with custom cut glass top in west end living room

Coffee And Side Table Glass

Direct replacement for broken glass. Ovals, circles, and kidney shapes replicated exactly.

Shapes

Round, Oval, Kidney, Irregular

Edging

Bevelled (traditional) or Pencil (modern)

Precision

CNC cutting for curves

Aesthetic

Enhances small furniture pieces

Antique & Irregular Protection

Specialised 4mm to 6mm glass covers designed for heritage Queenslanders. Match irregular colonial curves.

Antiques

Clear silicon bumpers for airflow

Replacement

10mm or 12mm Toughened

Structure

Spans frames without sagging

Tinting

Match Grey, Bronze, or Frosted

antique timber table with glass top using clear silicone bumpers for airflow

The Risk

Why Wood Protection is Essential

One of the most common issues we see in West End and Highgate Hill homes is the deterioration of high-quality timber furniture due to Queensland's humidity, accidental spills, and general wear and tear. A beautiful mahogany dining table or a mid-century modern desk can be ruined by a single water ring or scratch.

"Standard store-bought glass tops are rarely the answer. They come in fixed sizes that leave unsightly gaps..."

Our Solution

Tailored Protection

As your local experts, we provide a solution that offers both protection and aesthetic enhancement. Placing a custom-cut glass top over your existing furniture acts as an invisible shield against scratches, spills, and heat. For those building new spaces, it provides a minimalist, airy feel that suits the architectural style of local riverside apartments. We strictly use glass that is processed for safety and strength, ensuring your home remains safe.

Our Local Service Process: From Quote to Delivery

Our process is designed to be simple, precise, and handled entirely by our in-house team.

Precision Templating

For non-square furniture, my team will create a physical template. This ensures the glass matches the exact contours including any slight imperfections in older timber pieces.

Cutting and Processing

The glass is cut to size at our local processing facility. Includes edge polishing, hole drilling, and the toughening process (up to five times stronger than standard glass).

Delivery and Placement

We do not outsource delivery. Our glaziers bring the glass to your home, clean the surface, apply non-slip buffers, and carefully place it perfectly centered.

Fully Licensed, Insured, and AS1288 Compliant

We do not cut corners when it comes to safety. The glazing industry is strictly regulated for a reason—glass can be dangerous if not installed correctly. We are fully licensed by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC).

Furthermore, strict adherence to AS1288 (Australian Standard for the selection and installation of glass in buildings) is non-negotiable for us. Whether we are installing a splashback or a shopfront, we ensure the glass type and thickness meet or exceed these standards.

QBCC Licensed - Verify any time

AS1288 Compliant Installations

Public Liability Insurance ($20M)

WorkCover for All Staff

Genuine Local Service for 4101 Residents

West End is unique. The mix of heritage-listed Queenslanders, brick flats from the 70s, and brand-new luxury high-rises creates a complex glazing environment.

We understand these nuances better than anyone. We know that replacing a window in a post-war home on Dornoch Terrace requires a different approach to fixing a balcony balustrade on a Montague Road apartment.

We are not a franchise; we are independent owner-operators. This means every dollar you spend stays in the local economy. We know the local traffic, parking restrictions, and council heritage requirements.

West End
South Brisbane

Highgate Hill
4101 Community

Faster Response Times

Being local means we can respond faster to emergencies like storm damage or break-ins.

Queenslander Specialists

Deep expertise in heritage timber window frames common in West End.

Council Knowledge

We navigate heritage overlays and complex suburb-specific regulations for you.

Care Instructions for Your Glass Surfaces

While glass is incredibly durable, proper maintenance ensures it keeps its sparkle for decades. We recommend cleaning with a high-quality, ammonia-free glass cleaner and a lint-free microfibre cloth.

Avoid thermal shock
although our toughened glass is heat resistant, placing extremely hot pans directly from the stove is not recommended—always use a trivet or coaster.