Windows, sliding systems, frameless glass, balustrades and facades — what each costs per sqm in Dubai, then a fixed itemized quote in 24 hours.
The short answer
Glass & aluminium work in Dubai costs AED 350–900 per sqm for thermal-break aluminium windows and doors, AED 600–1,500 per sqm for frameless glass and balustrades, and AED 1,200–2,500 per sqm for structural glazing and curtain walls. A full villa window-and-door package typically runs AED 40,000–150,000.
Typical range: AED 8,000 – 500,000+
Three honest tiers. You choose the level — we hold the price.
Single rooms
AED 8,000 – 40,000
Shower enclosures, glass partitions, a few replacement windows or a balustrade run — targeted upgrades on the existing openings.
Most popular
AED 40,000 – 150,000
Thermal-break aluminium windows and sliding/folding doors throughout, plus glass balustrades — a complete villa glazing upgrade.
Premium
AED 150,000 – 500,000+
Frameless facades, curtain walls, structural glazing and smart/low-E glass — engineered glazing for large spans and feature elevations.
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Estimated range
AED 28,000 – AED 48,000
Per sqm of glazed area, ballpark only. Your 24h fixed quote is itemized to the dirham.
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A line-by-line breakdown — so you can see exactly what you’re paying for.
Thermal-break aluminium frames
Standard vs thermal-break (lower heat gain)
AED 250 – 700 / sqm
Glazing (double / triple, low-E)
Single to triple-glazed, laminated, low-E
AED 150 – 600 / sqm
Sliding & folding door systems
Per opening — track, rollers, hardware
AED 6,000 – 60,000
Frameless glass (partitions / shower)
Toughened glass, minimal hardware
AED 600 – 1,500 / sqm
Balustrades & handrails
Glass + stainless or spigot fixing
AED 700 – 1,800 / m
Structural glazing / curtain wall
Engineered facades — DM approval
AED 1,200 – 2,500 / sqm
Installation & sealing
Fixing, weatherproofing, snagging
AED 4,000 – 30,000
Four factors decide where you land in the range.
Single vs double vs triple glazing, low-E coatings and laminated safety glass each step the price and the thermal performance.
Thermal-break aluminium costs more than standard but cuts heat gain and AC load noticeably in Dubai's climate.
Frameless facades and curtain walls need engineering and DM approval; standard window replacement does not.
Large sliding walls and oversized panes need heavier sections, stronger glass and specialist installation.
Resale context
Property value depends on the community, condition, specification and current comparable evidence; renovation returns are not guaranteed.
Timeline
3–8 weeks including fabrication lead time; structural glazing and curtain walls run longer.
In Dubai, the lowest quote is rarely the final bill. We do it differently — and we put it in writing.
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