Laminated Glass vs Toughened Glass: Which is Better?

When choosing safety glass for your home or office, you have the option of laminated glass or toughened glass. But which one is the better option?

What is Laminated Glass?

Laminated glass is made up of two or more pieces of glass bonded together with a layer of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) in between. The PVB laminate helps to hold the glass together if it shatters, making it an excellent option for safety glass.

Benefits of Laminated Glass

• Holds together and doesn’t shatter when broken
• Interlayer also helps block out noise pollution
• Helps blocks out UV rays
• Provides excellent security

Cons of Laminated Glass

• More expensive than toughened glass
• Heavier & harder to install

When to Choose Laminated Glass?

If you’re looking for safety glass that won’t shatter and will hold together in the event of breakage, laminated glass is a good option. It’s also a good choice if you want to block out noise pollution or UV rays. However, it is more expensive than toughened glass and can be heavier and harder to install.

What is Toughened Glass?

Toughened glass, also known as tempered glass, is a type of safety glass that has been treated with heat and chemicals to make it stronger and more resistant to breakage. Toughened glass is four to five times stronger than regular glass and can withstand temperatures of up to 240 degrees Celsius.

Benefits of Toughened Glass

• Excellent strength and durability
• Resistant to high temperatures
• Resistant to chemicals
• Breaks into blunt pea-sized shards,which reduces the risk of injury

Cons of Toughened Glass

• Will still shatter if broken so not as secure as laminated glass
• Cannot be cut or modified
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When to Choose Toughened Glass?

Toughened glass is the cheaper option for safety glass and also has resistance to high temperatures and chemicals. However, it’s not as secure as laminated glass as it will still shatter if broken. It also cannot be cut or modified once it has been toughened.

So, when choosing between laminated glass and toughened glass, consider your needs and budget to decide which is the better option for you.