The Beauty Is Clear With Glass

3 Solutions For Stronger Commercial Glass Surfaces

28 November 2020 by Eric Olson

Large glass surfaces are a major part of commercial design. Glass display windows, storefront windows, and protective barriers can all be found in commercial settings. These glass elements are at risk of sustaining damage if they are not strong enough.

Modern technology has given rise to three solutions that can make your commercial glass stronger than the average glass used in residential projects.

1. Polycarbonate

If you are looking to replace the glass elements in your commercial space with a stronger product, you should consider polycarbonate. This unique product is classified as a thermoplastic.

Instead of having an extremely rigid design, polycarbonate is capable of absorbing an impact by bending. This flexibility can help prevent the polycarbonate from breaking when exposed to the elements or multiple customers throughout the day.

In the event a polycarbonate pane does break, it will not shatter into jagged pieces. This prevents a broken window from posing a threat to the safety of your commercial space.

2. Plexiglass

Plexiglass is another thermoplastic material that can be used in lieu of traditional glass in a commercial setting. You will often find plexiglass inside a commercial space, since this product isn't quite as resistant to impact damage as polycarbonate.

Plexiglass has the upper hand when it comes to clarity and scratch resistance. These features make plexiglass the perfect option when you need strong, durable indoor glass.

Another added bonus offered by plexiglass is UV filtering. Any potential UV rays that may cause fabrics to fade will be filtered out by a pane of plexiglass.

3. Safety Film

If you have large commercial windows that are in good condition, you may not want to spend the money to change the glass in these windows to polycarbonate or plexiglass. A safety film can be added to enhance the strength of traditional glass.

Safety films are durable plastic coverings that are placed on one side of a glass window. These films are transparent, so they don't affect visibility. What a safety film can do is provide an extra layer of protection against impact damage.

Your glass windows will be much stronger and able to withstand minor impacts after a safety film has been installed.

Safety is an important consideration when installing commercial glass products. You can ensure the safety of your commercial space by increasing the strength of your commercial glass. Polycarbonate, plexiglass, and safety films each offer the added strength needed to keep your commercial glass intact.

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