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Is glass safe to use in railings?

When setting up buildings, safety is always the top concern. Many owners worry about using glass railings in their designs. We want to say that our glass products are safe and meet all requirements. They will not cause any issues during use. For years, our company has made glass railings and other fences, getting great feedback. Let’s look at why CLG products are safe for you.

Glass specifications

For building things, we use two kinds of glass that are very strong and last a long time. These products may look delicate and nice, but they have special technical features that make them stand out.

Laminated glass

Two or more glass sheets are held together by polymer layers. These can be film or jellied triplex. For film, a sheet is placed between the glass, and heat is used to press them together. For the jellied type, liquid polymer connects the glass, and ultraviolet light is used to harden it. If the glass gets damaged, the interlayer keeps the pieces from breaking apart and holds some weight. These kinds of glass are used in bulletproof designs and also as floors on glass balconies or stairs.

Characteristics of laminated glass:

  • strength;
  • sound proofing;
  • heat protection;
  • lasting ability;
  • looks;
  • tough against hits and physical stress;
  • lets light pass through well.

With a specific process, you can make the glass not see-through or add colored pieces to it. This can be used to improve stair railings or floors in a creative way.

Tempered glass

Tempering makes glass stronger. First, the glass is heated until it is soft. Then it is quickly cooled down. This process helps the glass stay stable. If the glass breaks, it will break into small pieces. These small pieces are not dangerous for people. We do not recommend cutting tempered glass in the usual way. Instead, we use a laser or a special method called pre-annealing.

Characteristics of tempered glass:

  • strong mechanics;
  • lasting quality;
  • able to handle impacts;
  • able to resist vibrations;
  • can withstand high temperatures;
  • pleasing look because of its clear form.

Tempered glass is different from laminated glass. It cannot handle point impacts very well. When it gets hit like that, it shatters completely.

How to order

If you want to install a railing or glass fence, please reach out to our experts. CLG has skilled professionals who create top-quality glass features for your home and office. You can trust that our products are very safe. We talk about each order with the client individually. The price depends on how complex the project is and how far it needs to be delivered. You can order glass railings in Toronto and the GTA by filling out a request on our website. Our team will call you and provide an estimate.