A curtain wall is a non-loadbearing glass and aluminium skin that hangs off the building structure, spanning past slab edges to create a continuous glazed facade. Getting it right takes more than good glass. Brackets, mullions, transoms, seals and the joints between floors all have to work together, and they have to tie in with the structure, waterproofing and fire separation details.
We install curtain wall systems for new commercial and residential buildings and major refurbishments. That includes stick-built frames assembled on site, structurally glazed sections with silicone-bonded glass, and coordination of the interfaces with other trades.
In short: Hustle Installations installs curtain wall structural glazing for multi-level projects. Cost depends on facade area, system type, glass performance, building height and crane or access needs. We aim to respond to enquiries within one business day and provide free pricing from your drawings.
Unlike a window set into a wall, a curtain wall is the wall. It carries its own weight and wind loads back to the slabs through anchors and brackets, while the glass, gaskets and drainage keep weather out. Structural glazing takes the look further by bonding glass to the frame with structural silicone, removing external pressure plates and caps so the facade reads as a smooth sheet of glass.
On each project we start with the documentation: architectural drawings, the facade engineer’s design where one is engaged, and the builder’s program. We confirm set-out against the actual structure, flag clashes early and agree on how the system meets slab edges, roofs and adjoining cladding. To see how curtain walls sit alongside our other systems, visit our structural glazing page.
Most curtain wall problems are set up long before the first panel is installed.
Structure out of tolerance. Slab edges that are out of line by more than the brackets allow lead to packing, site modifications and weak fixings. We survey set-out before fabrication.
Poor interface details. Leaks often occur where the curtain wall meets roofs, balconies, parapets or other cladding. These junctions need to be detailed and sequenced, not improvised.
Rushed structural silicone. Bonded glass relies on clean surfaces, correct joint sizes and proper curing. Shortcuts here compromise the whole system.
Late glass orders. Performance units can have long lead times, and a late order holds up close-in for every trade behind the facade.
We can deliver a full curtain wall package or work within a defined scope on your project.
Curtain wall pricing is driven by the system, the glass and the building it is going onto. The main factors are:
Want indicative rates? Our curtain wall structural glazing in Melbourne page includes a general price guide, or send us your drawings to price.
Accurate set-out and early coordination keep the curtain wall on program.
Curtain wall installation is a sequence of precise steps carried out at height. Before work starts, we confirm the structure is within tolerance, agree on crane and hoist time with the builder and plan the order in which floors and elevations close in. On site, our crew installs anchors, frames and glass in a controlled sequence and checks each section for alignment and weather seals as it goes.
We work through four stages:
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Stick-built curtain walls are assembled piece by piece on site: anchors, then mullions and transoms, then glass. They suit low to mid-rise buildings and projects with varied geometry, and they allow adjustments on site. Unitised systems are assembled into large panels off site and lifted into place, which speeds up close-in on taller, repetitive buildings but needs more lead time and crane access.
Either approach can be captured, with external caps holding the glass, or structurally glazed, where glass is bonded with structural silicone for a flush finish. Glass selection and installation should follow AS 1288, and wind loads, fixings and movement joints are confirmed by the project engineer where required. We help builders weigh up these options against program, budget and appearance.
Builders tell us the hardest part of a curtain wall package is often coordination: a subcontractor who discovers set-out problems only when the panels arrive, interface details left for someone else to solve, or a crew that cannot keep up with the floors as they are handed over. Each of those issues pushes back close-in and the trades waiting behind it.
We deal with these risks early. We survey before fabrication, raise interface questions while there is still time to answer them and match crew size to the program. Progress is reported regularly so the site team always knows where the facade is up to.
What sets us apart:
We understand anchors, frames, glass and interfaces as one connected system.
Systems and seals are installed to handle wind, rain and building movement.
Crew size and sequencing are matched to the builder's close-in dates.
System, glass, access and documentation are priced clearly from your drawings.
Our installers handle set-out, installation and inspection for consistent quality.
Defects are resolved promptly and handover documents are provided at completion.
Tell us what you need, where the project is located, and what outcome you want. We ask the right questions, review the scope, and provide a clear quote with no obligation.
We inspect access, openings, levels, existing frames, surrounding finishes, and any site-specific requirements. Accurate measurement helps prevent delays, gaps, and unnecessary rework.
We confirm the installation approach, materials, scheduling, and finish expectations. For Melbourne projects, we can also discuss thermal performance, double glazing, weather sealing, and BAL rating considerations where required or relevant.
Our team installs with care, precision, and safety. We focus on alignment, fixing, glazing, sealing, operation, and clean presentation.
Before we leave, we check the installation, clean the work area, and walk through the finished result. You get a tidy site and a result built to perform.
Curtain wall structural glazing is a glass and aluminium facade that hangs from the building structure and spans across floors, with glass bonded to the frame using structural silicone instead of external caps. It gives a smooth, continuous glass appearance. We install curtain wall structural glazing on offices, apartment buildings and mixed-use projects.
A window wall sits between floor slabs, with each level glazed separately. A curtain wall runs continuously past the slab edges and is anchored to the outside of the structure. Curtain walls give a more seamless look and are common on taller buildings, while window walls can be simpler and more economical for low-rise projects.
Yes. Curtain wall work is priced and installed from the architectural drawings and, where a facade engineer is engaged, their design and specifications. We review the documents, raise questions through the builder and confirm interface details before fabrication so there are no surprises on site.
Neither is better in every case. Stick-built systems suit low to mid-rise buildings and varied geometry, and allow adjustments on site. Unitised systems are faster to close in on taller, repetitive buildings but need longer lead times and more crane time. We can help you compare the options for your curtain wall structural glazing package.
It depends on facade area, system type and how floors are handed over. Once materials arrive, a crew can often close in a typical floor of a mid-sized building within days, but a full facade may run over several weeks or months. We agree on a sequence with the builder and update it as the project progresses.
Curtain walls are designed with movement joints and brackets that allow for slab deflection, thermal expansion and wind sway. Installing them correctly means setting joints to the specified sizes and using the right sealants and gaskets. These details are confirmed with the project engineer where required and checked as each section is installed.
Most curtain walls use toughened or laminated safety glass, often in double-glazed units with low-E or solar control coatings to help meet energy requirements. Spandrel areas use opaque glass or infill panels. The exact build-up depends on wind loads, energy targets and appearance, and glass selection should follow AS 1288.
Yes. We replace broken or fogged units, reseal leaking joints and replace perished gaskets on existing curtain walls. Structurally glazed panels need care because the silicone bond is part of the fixing, so replacement panels are bonded and cured correctly before they are relied on. Access is planned to suit the building height.
Architectural elevations, sections and details, any facade engineering documents, the glass specification and the project program are the most useful. Information about crane access and site constraints helps us price access accurately. If documents are still in progress, we can provide budget pricing and refine it as the design develops.
Call us on 0499 090 079 or send your drawings through the contact form on our website. We will review the documents, ask any questions and provide an itemised price for your curtain wall structural glazing package, including system, glass, access and documentation.
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