Safety Glazing for Glass and Doors
Current building codes require safety glazing in all doors, sidelites, walking surfaces, bathroom tub and shower enclosures, patio furniture and other applications to ensure the safety of any person that may come into contact with glass in these potentially dangerous traffic areas.
The two most common types of safety glass are Laminated and Tempered glass.
How Tempered Glass is Made
Tempered glass is manufactured by heating glass to approximately 1200º Fahrenheit followed by rapid cooling of the outer surfaces. This rapid cooling causes a tension between the outer and inner surfaces. Tension increases the strength of the glass approximately sixfold. When the glass is broken, this tension causes it to shatter into small blunt granules rather than large sharp shards.
Laminated and Tempered Safety Glass Services
Best Glass is experienced with all applications of laminated and tempered safety glass. Serving the Greater Phoenix area since 1991, Best Glass has been providing safe and secure installations for homeowners, business owners and contractors alike. Not sure which is right for you? Give us a call and we’ll be happy to answer all your questions.
Contact Best Glass Today
To speak with one of our experts, call 602-437-2378 or email us today.
