Glazing Options: How to Choose the Right Glass For Your Project
The glass you choose for your windows and doors matters...like really matters! It’s all about working out whats important to you in a home. Natural light? Energy Efficiency? Ventilation? Feeling safe and secure? Reduced external noise? Privacy? All of the above? There are a range of different glazing options and each will perform a different role.
Read on to learn the basics about some of the more commonly used glass options.
Double Glazing
Double glazing uses two panes of glass separated by a layer of trapped gas which acts as an insulating barrier, providing three functions. Firstly, it prevents heat loss or gain through the window. Secondly it helps to keep noise pollution down thanks to the additional layers and thirdly, double glazing helps to reduce condensation.
Although double glazing insulates against differing air temperatures, it does not insulate against radiant heat meaning it still permits the winter sun to warm the inside of the house. Win win!
Energy Efficient - keeps your house warm in winter and cool in summer
Reduces external noise
Prevents condensation occurring
Toughened Glass
Toughened glass is up to 5 times stronger than normal glass offering the ultimate in safety and standards for both domestic and commercial properties. This glass has been specially treated with heat to improve the structural durability and thermal strength of the glass, in turn increasing its resilience and ability to withstand heat. Toughened glass will break into small, blunt pieces under pressure, making it much safer than shards of normal glass.
5 times stronger than regular glass meaning a huge amount of force is required to break it
Safety against break-ins
Popular for: showerscreens, kitchen splashbacks, glass walls, balustrades and more
Laminated Glass
Laminated glass - sometimes known as sandwich glass - is a type of safety glass that holds together when shattered. In the event of breaking, it is held in place by a thin polymer layer.
Toned Glass
Toned glass, often referred to as tinted glass, is made by including colouring additives to normal clear glass during the manufacturing process.
Privacy Glass
With a laminated crisp white frosted look, translucent glass is one of the most popular options for offering privacy to your home.
