9 Kinds of Window Glass for Your Choice

When it comes to new window selection, most people get confused due to immense styles of window frames, hardware and colour to make up a choice. However, a basic thing that they often neglect is window glass type. Alike other things glass is also available in various kinds matching their respective properties.

Here, we shed light on the varieties of glass types available in the market enabling you to come up with the most suitable choice for your property.

1. Float glass

The name is quite self-explanatory as it is the base form. This glass sheet has to be further cut and treated. The derivation of the name is done from turning the molten glass in large panels of tin in which it remains floated on the top. As a result thin but smooth glass panel can be obtained at the end.

This no-hued glass is quite affordable to bear and install but isn’t strong at all. Many more processes are there by which float glass can be made tougher and a high-quality pane. It comprises of annealed glass in which the shard is strengthened by making it go through separate processes set to make it heat strengthened or tempered glass.

2. Laminated safety glass

Laminated glasses are for those who look for strong glass to enhance the security. It is made by fusing 2 panes in a polyvinyl butyral layer with application of pressure and heat at higher level for strength of the glass. This glass is commonly found in vehicles as they are prone to get damaged by any flying objects. It reduces the chance of damage by half.

3. Obscured glass

Obscured glass promotes privacy by making the view opaque. Therefore, it is the right option for bathroom. This kind of glass is available with variety of imprinted patterns to ensure the privacy. Yet some people are not satisfied with it they claim to see at least the shadow through it.

4. Tinted glass

Tinted glass is the upgraded form of obscured glass that can be the option for privacy conscious people. Tint is used for covering the inside view of the home through it. However, tint application is made for aesthetic appeal as well. Not only it can limit the sunlight amount to enter the room but also protects against harmful UV rays of the sun as well.

5. Tempered glass

When it comes to selection of annealed glass, tempered glasses are far beyond the float glass. It has 4 times strength as that of annealed glass. Although strong and powerful glass, yet it can be broken down during an emergency.

6. Insulated glass

This is the most common glass type you can find at any residential property often regarded as triple glazing or double glazing. Basically, in this kind 3 or 2 glass panes can be found along argon gas within the spaces. Although it is made to prevent condensation yet the most external side always experiences it.

If any such problem arrives, you can call up for the services of double glazing repair in Essex. Any energy efficient homes always prefer standard window for which insulated glass is the ideal option.

7. Mirrored glass

As name suggests, mirrored effect can be obtained from this kind of glass. Either of its side is coated with metal sealed by protective sealant. Rather using it for the exterior windows, it is much preferable to use a decorative element and installs on furniture and walls.

8. Low-E glass

While considering thermal radiation, low emissivity glass is the ideal option for you! The glass is coated with a specific coating for the reflection of thermal radiation. This glass-equipped windows and doors are beneficial for both winter and summer.

It reflects back both of the heat away during summer and the heat inside the house in winter. Although its price can be hefty for many yet it will result in low energy bills due to its reflection of thermal radiation.

9. Wired glass

Mistaken for security glass type, actually it is a fire-resistant type glass in which the wires are responsible to firmly stick the glasses in its actual position. It also prevents the glasses shards against breaking out during using hosepipe against it. Although, it is absurd to find in any residential properties of the UK, commercial and social properties like hospitals and schools are equipped with this kind of glass.

Despite of the kind you want to install in your property, our window fitters are always there to serve you in every possible way. Also you can opt for our service of emergency glass repair in Essex if any of them shattered into pieces due to multitude of reasons to retain the security and safety of the property.