Glass Railing Protection: Stockholmshem HQ, Stockholm, Sweden
Project Overview
- Location: Skärholmen, Stockholm, Sweden
- Project: Stockholmshem HQ
- Former project name: Kv Måsholmen
- Property Type: Mixed-use high-rise / office and residential building
- Client: AB Stockholmshem
- Architect: Söderberg Söderberg
- Application: Exterior glass and balcony railing protection
- Glass Area Treated: Approximately 5,000 m² / 53,820 sq ft
- Primary Surface: Balcony glass railings, with all building glass treated
- Solution: EnduroShield protective glass coating
Glass Railing Protection for Stockholmshem HQ
Stockholmshem HQ is a completed mixed-use high-rise building in Skärholmen, Stockholm. Designed by Söderberg Söderberg, the building brings together Stockholmshem’s new office, residential apartments and community-focused spaces in a prominent 23-storey landmark.
As part of the completed project, EnduroShield was applied to approximately 5,000 m² / 53,820 sq ft of glass across the building. The majority of the treated glass was balcony railing glass, with EnduroShield also applied to all glass on the building.
With extensive balcony bands, transparent glass railings and large window areas, the building relies heavily on glass as part of its architectural expression. EnduroShield was specified to help protect these surfaces, support easier maintenance and preserve long-term glass clarity.
The Challenge: Maintaining Exterior Glass Across a High-Rise Building
High-rise buildings with extensive balcony glass and exterior glazing require practical long-term maintenance planning. Glass railings are highly visible from both the exterior and interior, and they are constantly exposed to weather, dirt, moisture and environmental contaminants.
For Stockholmshem HQ, the key project considerations included:
- Protecting approximately 5,000 m² / 53,820 sq ft of glass
- Supporting long-term clarity across balcony glass railings
- Helping reduce cleaning difficulty on exterior glass surfaces
- Maintaining the appearance of a high-profile architectural building
- Protecting glass exposed to weather and urban conditions
- Supporting easier maintenance across a large mixed-use development
Because the building includes full-height windows, balcony bands and transparent glass railings, glass performance is central to both the building’s appearance and day-to-day experience for occupants.
The Solution: EnduroShield Protective Glass Coating
EnduroShield was applied to the building’s glass surfaces to create an invisible, easy-clean protective coating.
The coating helps reduce the ability of water, dirt and environmental contaminants to bond to the glass surface. This makes treated glass easier to clean and helps support a clearer appearance over time.
For balcony glass railings, this is especially valuable. Railings are exposed to outdoor conditions and can be difficult to maintain at scale, particularly across multi-level residential and mixed-use buildings.
Key functions of the coating include:
- Helping repel water and environmental contaminants
- Reducing dirt and residue adhesion on glass surfaces
- Making balcony glass railings easier to clean
- Supporting long-term glass clarity
- Helping protect exterior glass from staining and buildup
- Supporting easier maintenance across a large building
- Helping preserve the architectural appearance of treated glass
Supporting Balcony Glass and Exterior Glass Maintenance
Balcony glass is one of the most exposed glass surfaces on residential and mixed-use buildings. It is affected by rain, wind, urban dust, pollution and general environmental buildup.
At Stockholmshem HQ, balcony railings form a major part of the building’s exterior design. The transparent railings support views, daylight and visual connection between the inside and outside, while also contributing to the building’s overall architectural character.
By applying EnduroShield to these glass surfaces, the project benefits from a protective treatment designed to simplify future cleaning and support long-term surface performance.
Results and Long-Term Benefits
With approximately 5,000 m² / 53,820 sq ft of glass treated, Stockholmshem HQ benefits from a large-scale protective glass coating application across the completed building.
The treatment supports easier maintenance of the building’s balcony glass railings and exterior glass surfaces, helping preserve clarity and reduce cleaning difficulty over time.
Key Benefits
- Treated approximately 5,000 m² / 53,820 sq ft of glass
- Protected balcony glass railings across a high-rise mixed-use building
- Supported easier cleaning of exterior glass surfaces
- Helped reduce dirt and environmental buildup on treated glass
- Supported long-term glass clarity and visual performance
- Helped preserve the appearance of a completed landmark project
- Provided a scalable solution for a large architectural glass application
Why Mixed-Use Buildings Choose EnduroShield
Mixed-use buildings often include a combination of residential, office, retail and community spaces. These projects require materials that support long-term appearance, efficient maintenance and durability across high-use environments.
EnduroShield is used globally across residential towers, commercial buildings, façades, railings and large-scale architectural glass projects to help protect glass and reduce cleaning difficulty.
Suitable applications include:
- Balcony glass railings
- Exterior architectural glass
- Residential tower glazing
- Mixed-use developments
- Office and commercial glass
- Glass façades
- Window glass and doors
- High-rise balcony systems
- Large-scale project glass protection
For buildings with extensive glass surfaces, protective glass coating can help reduce long-term maintenance pressure while supporting a cleaner, clearer appearance.
Relevance for Architects, Developers and Facility Managers
For architects and specifiers, protective glass coating can be considered early in the project to support long-term glass performance.
For developers and builders, applying EnduroShield across major glass areas helps protect the surfaces that define the building’s appearance.
For facility managers, the benefit is practical: glass that is easier to clean, easier to maintain and better suited to the demands of large mixed-use buildings.
At Stockholmshem HQ, EnduroShield was used across approximately 5,000 m² / 53,820 sq ft of glass, helping support the performance of balcony railings and exterior glass across a completed Stockholm landmark.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is glass railing protection?
Glass railing protection is a protective coating applied to balcony glass, balustrades and railing systems to help reduce staining, dirt buildup and cleaning difficulty. It supports clearer, easier-to-maintain glass in exposed exterior environments.
How does EnduroShield help balcony glass stay cleaner?
EnduroShield helps reduce the ability of water, dirt and environmental contaminants to bond to the glass surface. This makes balcony glass easier to clean and helps maintain clarity over time.
Is EnduroShield suitable for exterior glass on high-rise buildings?
Yes. EnduroShield is suitable for exterior architectural glass, balcony railings, façades and other glass surfaces where long-term clarity and easier maintenance are important.
Why is protective glass coating useful for mixed-use buildings?
Mixed-use buildings often include large areas of glass across residential, commercial and public-facing spaces. Protective glass coating helps reduce cleaning difficulty and supports a more consistent appearance across the building.
For Glass Railing and Exterior Glass Projects
From residential towers and mixed-use developments to office buildings, façades and balcony glass railings, EnduroShield helps protect glass and reduce ongoing maintenance demands.
For architects, developers, builders and facility managers, EnduroShield provides a practical solution for maintaining cleaner, easier-to-clean glass across large-scale building projects.