Whether you are considering new windows or you need a shower door installation, choosing the right type of glass for your space is important. Each option comes with different benefits and characteristics suitable for different usages. Below are three different types of glass to consider for your windows.

Glass Choices for Your Installation

1. Laminate

Laminate is essentially regular glass that has been layered to create more thickness and weight. It is also UV and soundproof. Laminate remains bonded together when shattered due to an internal layer made from polyvinyl butyral or ethylene-vinyl acetate. Because of these qualities, laminate is perfect for areas where impacts or other kinds of damage are possible. Windshields and storefronts commonly use this option, but homeowners may choose laminate for windows to reduce noise and increase strength.

2. Tempered Float

Tempered glass typically refers to a type of process that adds a coating or film to stop shattering. Float glass derives its name from the floating method through which it is made. The floating method creates a sheet of glass by floating molten glass on a bed of hot metal to establish an even thickness and flatness across the surface. Float glass has no glare. Most modern windows are made from this process. Float glass can be tempered to strengthen durability against impact; the resulting product is known as tempered float glass.

3. Insulated

When glass is insulated, it contains two or three separate layers with either air or a vacuum between them. This design stops heat from penetrating, and it increases the insulating quality of windows or doors which use this type of glass. Many homeowners upgrade to insulated glass, also known as double-glazed glass, to stop drafts and improve their property’s energy efficiency.

When you are ready for new windows, glass doors, or a shower door installation, call KKTF Hawaii. Serving Oahu for more than 15 years, their high-quality work and expertise have helped residential and commercial customers choose the right glass products for their space. With a specialty in windows and jalousies, their team is well-versed in storefronts, screen doors, and sliding doors. They can also repair and help maintain your installation. Call (808) 800-2230 for more on their glass offerings or visit them online for a look at their products and services.