How to choose the right glass

The right glass depends on its application, panel dimensions and the required levels of safety, insulation and privacy.

For everyday applications

Float glass is the flat, transparent glass from which many glass products are made. It can subsequently be toughened, laminated, painted, satin-finished or incorporated into an insulating glass unit.

For greater safety

Toughened glass is heat-treated for greater resistance to impacts and temperature changes. If broken, it shatters into small pieces, reducing the risk of injury from large, sharp fragments.

Glass made of two or more panes bonded with an interlayer. If the glass breaks, the interlayer helps hold the fragments together.

These two types are different and should not be chosen on appearance alone. Some projects may require glass that is both toughened and laminated.

For insulation and solar protection

Low-E glass is used in insulating glass units to limit heat loss.

Solar control glass, including products known as 4S, limits some of the solar heat entering through glazing. It is particularly useful for windows and façades with strong sun exposure.

For transparency, privacy or design

Ultra Clear glass has low iron content and a less visible green tint than ordinary glass. It suits applications where transparency and accurate colour reproduction matter.

Satin glass lets light through while reducing direct visibility. It can be used for doors, shower enclosures and partitions.

Body-tinted, painted, patterned or printed glass offers additional customisation options.

The final choice depends on the product's use, dimensions, fixing system and desired visual effect.