Specialty Glass: Custom Solutions for Unique Needs and Design.
"Advance Glass offers a wide range of specialty glass options, proudly supplied by Pilkington, one of the world’s leading glass manufacturers
Pilkington Texture Glass – Rolled patterned/textured glass with 21 designs : This range is categorized into 5 levels of privacy/obscuration, from least to most obscure
Privacy Level -Warwick
Privacy Level -Minster
Privacy Level - Taffeta
Privacy Level - Contora
Privacy Level - Everglade
Pilkington Oriel Collection – Premium Etched Decorative Designs .
Oriel Laurel-Single Sides Etched.
Oriel Linear- Single Sided Etched.
Oriel Canterbury- Single Sided Etched
Includes a diverse palette of nine designs, both traditional and contemporary
Typical Applications
Residential: Enhances kitchens, bathrooms, showers, doors, and cupboards with both functionality and design flair.
Commercial/Architectural: Suited for partitions, office panels, display cases, railings, and more .
They can be incorporated into double glazed units, giving you the perfect balance of style, thermal efficiency, and sound insulation. Ideal for front doors, sidelights, windows, and feature glazing – these units not only look amazing but also help keep your home warmer and quieter.
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TYPE |
DETAILS |
USE IN DOUBLE-GLAZING? |
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Frosted Glass |
Glass treated to be opaque |
Yes |
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Used where privacy is required |
Yes |
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See Decorative Glass for patterns |
Yes |
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Toughened Glass |
Heat treated |
Yes |
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Shatters into small pieces to minimise potential injury |
Yes |
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Laminated Glass |
Plastic film sealed between two thin glass panes |
Yes |
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Glass may shatter but film prevents total breakage |
Yes |
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Reduces potential for break-in |
Yes |
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Can be made from Decorative Glass |
Yes |
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Security Glass |
Wire-Reinforced |
No |
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High-level protection against break-in |
No |
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Toughened and frosted versions available |
No |
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Anti-sun Glass |
Tinted |
Yes |
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Prevents excessive glare and heat build-up |
Yes |
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Available in Blue, Bronze, Green & Grey |
Yes |
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Fire Resistant Glass |
Laminated glass with a heat-activated barrier |
Yes |
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Provides timed fire resistant barrier to allow escape |
Yes |
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Wide range – Contact Us for details |
Yes |
All the above glasses can be supplied separately and cut to size.