Laminate and Tempered Glass

Strength & Safety: Laminate and Tempered Glass Solutions

At CR Glass Door and Window in Canada, we understand that safety and durability are paramount, especially when it comes to glass. Our expertise extends to providing and installing laminate and tempered glass solutions, engineered for superior strength and security in both residential and commercial applications. Tempered glass offers exceptional impact resistance and, if broken, shatters into small, blunt pieces, significantly reducing injury risk.

Laminated glass, with its interlayered plastic, holds shattered fragments in place, providing enhanced security and sound reduction. Choose these advanced glass options for peace of mind, knowing your windows, doors, and partitions offer robust protection against impact, intrusion, and environmental elements.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Answers to your most asked questions

Find answers to your most asked questions about our comprehensive window, door, and glass services here.

1. What is the main difference between laminate and tempered glass?

Tempered glass is heat-treated for strength, shattering into small, safe pieces upon impact. Laminated glass consists of two or more glass panes bonded with a plastic interlayer, which holds fragments together when broken, offering enhanced security and soundproofing.

2. Where are laminate and tempered glass typically used in homes and businesses?

Tempered glass is commonly used for shower enclosures, patio doors, vehicle windows, and commercial storefronts where impact resistance is crucial. Laminated glass is ideal for security windows, skylights, noise reduction applications, and hurricane-prone areas (though less common in Canada for hurricanes, it’s used for severe weather protection).

3. Does tempered glass offer better security than regular glass?

Yes, tempered glass is significantly stronger than regular annealed glass, making it much harder to break. While it will shatter under extreme impact, its breakage pattern (small, blunt pieces) also makes it safer and less likely to be used for easy entry compared to sharp shards of regular glass.

4. Can laminate glass help with noise reduction in my property?

Absolutely. The plastic interlayer in laminated glass acts as a dampener for sound vibrations, making it an excellent choice for noise reduction. It’s often used in properties located near busy roads, airports, or other sources of significant external noise to create a quieter indoor environment.

5. Are laminate and tempered glass more energy-efficient than standard glass?

While their primary benefits are safety and security, both laminate and tempered glass can be incorporated into insulated glass units (IGUs) with Low-E coatings to provide excellent energy efficiency. This combination offers the best of both worlds: enhanced safety and improved thermal performance.