What is tempered glass and what are its advantages?

What is tempered glass?

Tempered glassis a sheet of glass that has undergone a special chemical and thermal treatment. This process increases the material's durability against heavy impacts and temperature variation by more than 5 times. Tempered glass is produced in special furnaces using a unique technology: ordinary glass is made and heated to a temperature of 500-600 degrees, after which the temperature drops sharply, and the glass becomes much more durable thanks to the particles of compressive pressure.

Advantages of tempered glass:

• gives the space a modern look and exceptional brightness;
• withstands strong mechanical shocks and extreme temperatures;
• if it breaks, the small shards cannot cause injury;
• can be installed both outside and inside the room;
• easy to install;
• easy to clean and maintain, with glass cleaning solutions and a microfiber cloth;
• does not scratch or stain;
• a wide variety of colors.

The difference between tempered and ordinary glass

Tempered glass differs from non-tempered glass in that this glass has gone through the tempering process. As a result of tempering, the glass acquires the following properties: resistance to breakage (5 times stronger than non-tempered glass), safety in use (when broken, it shatters into small fragments no larger than 3 cm), and it also has increased heat resistance.

How dangerous is it if tempered glass breaks?

When tempered glass breaks, it turns into small shards with blunt edges. That is why such glass can be used in glass-clad constructions whose requirements demand a high degree of safety: for example, in kindergartens, schools and public places, because it poses no danger to anyone.

Triplex glass - what is it and what are its advantages?

Triplex is a type of laminated glass with increased resistance to mechanical damage. The structure consists of at least two layers of glass, interconnected through a pressing technology with mandatory heating to high temperature.

Triplex glass provides a high level of safety and excellent insulation of spaces from street noise. Thanks to these qualities, triplex is in high demand for windows and is widely used in both urban and suburban construction.

Where, how and why is tempered glass used?

Tempered glass is used in glass-clad constructions whose requirements demand a high degree of safety: for example, in kindergartens, schools and public places.

In glass-clad constructions that heat up under the influence of direct sunlight. Tempered glass is used in constructions through which light passes. For example: doors, walls, stairs or shower cabins.

How do we care for tempered glass constructions?

To care for panoramic windows or partition walls or sliding doors made of tempered glass, a soft, clean cloth and glass care products are sufficient. Such quick cleaning will take no more than 5 minutes, without requiring much effort or patience.

Can the temperature difference affect the durability of a tempered glass construction?

Tempered glass possesses highly durable characteristics. It withstands significant static loads or strong impacts without being destroyed. Panoramic windows can withstand a significant variation in temperature.

Under the same conditions, ordinary glass breaks from the temperature difference. Tempered glass retains its properties even at a temperature difference of 90C. For example, in the production of ovens, stoves and electric hobs that reach a temperature of 300C, or in glass-clad building constructions which, under the influence of sunlight, reach 100C, tempered glass is also used.

Does tempered glass provide us with thermal protection?

Being a very good thermal insulator, it reduces heat loss and the heating bill. In summer, things change.

Tempered glass provides us with high-level solar protection, preventing the home from overheating.

Our experience has shown that in winter heat loss is reduced by up to 30%, while in summer solar radiation is reduced by up to 80%.

Where can you order tempered glass?

Valent.md is a company that has its own production, as well as many years of experience. We produce and manufacture fittings for all types of glass structures. These can be parts for ceilings and facades, as well as small parts for loggias, balconies and even bathrooms. Everything depends on your wishes - we will offer you a wide range of products. We guarantee the quality of every element. They are all durable, attractive and flawless. Thousands of satisfied customers from all over Moldova and Europe prove once again that our efforts are worth it. Professional knowledge and extensive experience allow our specialists to ensure high quality and reliability of the work performed.

We offer you: modern high-performance solutions, affordable prices for PVC windows and PVC doors, the use of high-quality components from European manufacturers: Veka, Foris, Kurtoglu, AluminCo profiles, WINKHAUS hardware. Call us, write to us, we will be happy to help!