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Guillotine Glass Balcony Systems
Motorized glass panels that move vertically at the touch of a button, dropping to railing height without blocking your view, making your balcony usable all year round. Made-to-measure production, professional installation and a free survey.
What is a Guillotine Glass Balcony?
A guillotine glass balcony system closes a balcony or terrace with panels that move vertically — up and down — rather than sliding sideways, typically driven by a tube motor and remote control. The name comes from the straight vertical travel of the panels.
In the closed position, the panels stack to seal the opening completely. In the open position, they drop to railing height, instantly turning the balcony into an open terrace with nothing obstructing the view — no stacked panels in a corner, no visible central post.
Guillotine Glass Balcony in motion
The mechanism
A tube motor in the top frame drives geared belts inside the side posts, which carry the moving panels vertically along parallel rails. The bottom panel is usually fixed and acts as the railing; the upper panels move. Brush seals and EPDM gaskets between panels and at the frame joints provide weather sealing, and insulated-glass versions trap an air or gas gap between two panes to cut heat loss.
Guillotine Glass Balcony configurations
Single Glazing
The most common and economical configuration, using 8–10 mm tempered glass; blocks wind, rain and dust.
Insulated (Double) Glazing
Significantly improves thermal and acoustic insulation — the right choice if you plan to heat the space in winter.
Wipeable Guillotine Glass
Panels can be tilted inward for safe exterior cleaning, especially valuable on upper floors.
Motorized / Smart Control
Remote, wall-switch or smart-home control, optionally integrated with wind and rain sensors.
Commercial Wide-Span
Reinforced profiles and higher-torque motors for cafés, restaurants and hotel terraces with heavy daily use.
Why choose Giyotincim?
On-Site Measurement
Every project is measured on site with laser tools — never an off-the-shelf size.
5-Year Written Warranty
With 10+ years in the industry, we back every system with a written warranty; scope is confirmed in your quote.
Transparent Pricing
Our 2026 price ranges are published openly, before you ever request a quote.
Guillotine Glass Balcony pricing
| Model | 2026 Price |
|---|---|
| Single glazing (motorized) | 9,500 – 12,000 TRY |
| Insulated glazing (motorized) | 9,250 – 14,500 TRY |
| Wipeable guillotine glass | 11,500 – 15,500 TRY |
Market range · Last updated: October 2026
Survey and installation
- A free on-site visit confirms exact measurements, structural suitability and, where relevant, power requirements.
- Your system is then manufactured to those exact measurements — never a standard, off-the-shelf size.
- Installation is scheduled and its date confirmed in writing in your quote.
- At handover, our team walks you through operation, controls and basic maintenance.
Frequently asked questions
How does a guillotine glass system work?
Panels move vertically on a motorized belt system housed in the side posts. Pressing the remote raises or lowers the panels to open or close the balcony.
Is a permit required?
Balcony enclosures are subject to local zoning rules and building management regulations. We recommend checking with your building management and, where applicable, your municipality before installation.
What happens if the motor fails?
Quality systems include a manual override for power outages or motor faults, and the motor itself can be replaced without dismantling the whole system.
Single or insulated glazing — which should I choose?
If you only need protection from wind, rain and dust, single glazing is sufficient. If you plan to heat the balcony in winter or want to reduce noise, insulated glazing is the better investment.
Is it safe if the glass breaks?
Guillotine systems use tempered glass, which is far more impact-resistant than ordinary glass and breaks into small, blunt granules rather than sharp shards.
Request a free survey for Guillotine Glass Balcony
Let us assess your space on site and prepare your written quote.