Glass is the largest component of any window or facade system and has the greatest impact on thermal performance, acoustic insulation, safety and aesthetics. Understanding glass types helps you make informed decisions that affect comfort and energy costs for decades.

Types of Architectural Glass

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5x Stronger

Toughened

Heat-treated to 620°C then rapidly cooled. Shatters into small harmless pieces on impact. Required by code for safety applications.

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PVB Bonded

Laminated

Two glass layers bonded with PVB/EVA interlayer. Holds together when broken — critical for overhead glazing and security.

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DGU

Double Glazed

Two panes separated by argon/air-filled spacer. Dramatically reduces heat transfer and noise. Industry standard for energy efficiency.

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Solar Control

Low-E Glass

Invisible metallic oxide coating reflects infrared heat while allowing visible light. Reduces AC costs by 25-30%.

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38-42dB

Acoustic Glass

Asymmetric laminated glass with acoustic PVB interlayer. Specifically engineered for maximum noise reduction.

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Heat Absorb

Tinted Glass

Body-tinted in grey, green, blue or bronze. Reduces glare and solar heat gain. Popular for commercial facades.

Which Glass Do You Need?

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Residential (Ground Floor)

Toughened glass for safety. DGU for energy efficiency. Laminated for security areas.

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High-Rise (Above 3rd Floor)

Toughened + laminated mandatory by code. DGU with Low-E for energy performance.

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Commercial Facade

Reflective or Low-E DGU for solar control. Structural silicone glazed for seamless look.

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Noise-Prone Areas

Acoustic laminated glass in DGU configuration. Asymmetric thickness for maximum sound reduction.

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Safety-Critical

Laminated glass that stays intact on breakage. Required for overhead glazing, balustrades and railing panels.

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West-Facing Walls

High-performance Low-E or solar control glass to combat afternoon heat gain.

Need Glass Advice?

Our technical team will recommend the optimal glass configuration for your project.

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