Is Toughened Glass the same as safety glass?
Toughened glass is sometimes known as tempered glass or safety glass. The glass is four times as strong as standard annealed glass and if broken, shatters into small granular pieces that don’t have sharp or jagged edges.
What is Etchlite glass?
Etchlite is a float glass, one side of which has been treated with acid to produce a fine grain, satiny finish. The soft, satiny look is in harmony with current trends towards minimalist pure forms and glass with neutral appearance.
Is obscure glass safety glass?
Obscured Glass Obscure glass can be produced as toughened or laminated safety glass.
Can u cut toughened glass?
Can toughened glass be cut? Yes, your toughened glass for shower enclosures, balustrades, splashbacks or any other application can be cut to any size and shape you require. Cutting tempered glass, however, happens before the glass toughening process so it’s easier and more precise.
What is Spotswood glass?
Description. 5mm Spotswood toughened glass is a perfect solution for privacy that also still allows light in. Toughened safety glass is up to five times stronger than standard glass and if it is to break it shatters into tiny pieces and not large dangerous shards.
What is Mistlite glass?
Our Trimlite Mistlite doorlites are made with the premiere Mistlite textured glass to add a little bit of light and class to your home’s entry way. Our Solution Series patented technology uses a compression seal and interlocking joints to adhere to your door, creating a powerful bond without any screw holes.
Can you see through obscure glass at night?
It is quite hard to see through, leaving only shadows and vague, fuzzy shapes visible through it. But is a popular choice because it also allows loads of light to flood through, allowing privacy without enforcing darkness onto rooms. Another one of the most common obscure glass types is sandblasted glass.
Can you cut toughened glass with a grinder?
Tempered glass cannot be cut. It must be annealed first.
How can I tell if glass is toughened?
Tempered glass has smooth edges So, one good way is to look thoroughly at the edges of the glass. Tempered sheets have smooth and even edges because of the extra processing it goes through. On the other hand, if the glass is not tempered, the edges feel rough to touch.
What is Satinlite glass?
Satina or Satinlite glass are obscure in appearance, designed to provide privacy while also letting in daylight when closed. They are most commonly installed into bathrooms so they can remain open to let out built-up steam while occupants can use the space without the worry of unwanted prying eyes.
What is stippolyte glass and how is it used?
Stippolyte glass is one of the most popular textured glass patterns we use to create our Leaded Glass panels (or Overlay Stained Glass as it is also known). The glass can be used to create single glazed or double glazed Leaded Glass panels. When choosing Stippolyte glass, the glass design will have the Stippolyte effect all over the glass.
What is the stippolyte effect?
The Stippolyte effect is a very small knit dimpled effect and is a great pattern for modern designs or even Victorian style Stained Glass patterns. The pattern has a slightly rough texture on one side of the glass and an almost flat surface on the other.
What is Pilkington stippolyte textured glass?
Product Description Pilkington Stippolyte textured glass provides level 4 privacy (med/high obscuration) and is a well-established design. It is suitable for use in doors and windows. Available in 4mm Annealed and 4mm Toughened.
Which side of the stippolyte glass do I use for doors?
When a leaded glass design is created using Stippolyte glass, the rough side of the Stippolyte must be fitted to the outside of the house. If the glass is to be used for internal doors, you can install the rough side on whichever side you prefer.