Toughened Glass
Toughened glass, also known as tempered glass, is a Grade A safety glass designed for applications where strength, safety, and durability are important. Its is up to five times stronger than standard float glass.
At Stake Glass, we manufacture and supply toughened glass for a wide range of residential and commercial projects across the South Island, including showers, balustrades, partitions, windows, doors, splashbacks, shelves, and more.
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What is Toughened Glass?
Toughened glass is manufactured by subjecting standard float glass to a specialised heat treatment process. The glass is heated to approximately 650°C and then rapidly cooled, creating a much stronger glass product with excellent impact and thermal resistance.
Unlike standard glass, toughened glass is designed to break into small blunt fragments rather than large sharp shards, helping reduce the risk of injury if breakage occurs.
Toughened glass is classified as Grade A Safety Glass in accordance with AS/NZS 2208 and is commonly specified where safety glazing is required.
Toughened Glass Types
Toughened glass is available in a range of styles and performance options to suit different applications, design preferences, and compliance requirements.
Whether you're looking for maximum clarity, improved solar control, privacy, energy efficiency, or enhanced safety, our team can help you select the right toughened glass solution for your project. We offer:
Clear Toughened Glass
A strong and versatile option suitable for doors, windows, partitions, showers, and general glazing applications.
Tinted Toughened Glass
Available in a range of colours including grey, bronze, and green to help reduce glare and solar heat gain.
Obscure Toughened Glass
Provides privacy while allowing natural light transmission. Popular options include Stippolite, Mistlite, and Cathedral glass.
Frosted Toughened Glass
Ideal where privacy is required without compromising light transfer. Commonly used in bathrooms, offices, and partitions.
Low Iron Toughened Glass
Offers exceptional clarity with reduced green tint, making it a popular choice for premium architectural applications.
Laminated Toughened Glass
Combines the strength of toughened glass with the safety and security benefits of laminated glass.
Toughened Glass Thicknesses
Toughened glass is available in a range of thicknesses to suit different applications, structural requirements, and performance needs.
Available thicknesses include:
- 4mm Clear Toughened
- 5mm Clear Toughened
- 6mm Clear Toughened
- 8mm Clear Toughened
- 10mm Clear Toughened
- 12mm Clear Toughened
- 19mm Clear Toughened
The most suitable thickness depends on the application, and performance requirements. Our team can help determine the right thickness for your project.
Why Choose Toughened Glass?
Enhanced Safety
Toughened glass is classified as Grade A Safety Glass and is designed to break more safely than standard glass.
Increased Strength
Up to five times stronger than standard annealed glass, making it suitable for high-use and high-impact areas.
Thermal Resistance
Toughened glass performs well in environments exposed to heat and temperature changes, making it ideal for kitchen splashbacks and other demanding applications.
Versatile Applications
Suitable for both residential and commercial projects, with a wide range of sizes, thicknesses, and finishes available.
Important
All cutting, drilling, edgework, and processing must be completed before the glass is toughened, as it cannot be modified once the toughening process is complete.
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