Types of Glass
FRG offers a wide variety of patterned glass for many different applications. If you’re looking for something different for your kitchen cabnets, or looking for a glass partition FRG can offer you different patterns that will suite your style. Drop by our show room to see our samples.
Tempered Glass
Engineered for Safety. Designed for Versatility.
Tempered glass is a high-performance safety glass trusted across industries for its strength, reliability, and modern appeal. Whether you're designing for residential, commercial, or industrial use, tempered glass offers unmatched protection and peace of mind.
Safety Features of Tempered Glass
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Shatter-Resistant Design
When broken, tempered glass crumbles into small, blunt pieces instead of sharp shards—dramatically reducing the risk of injury.
Heat-Treated Strength
Tempered glass is up to 5 times stronger than standard annealed glass, making it highly resistant to impact, bending, and thermal stress.
Thermal Shock Resistance
It can withstand sudden temperature changes, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments exposed to heat, sunlight, or cold.
Code-Compliant Safety
Meets or exceeds building code requirements for safety glazing in hazardous locations such as doors, railings, and shower enclosures.
Common Uses of Tempered Glass
Shower Doors & Enclosures
Safe, stylish, and easy to clean—perfect for modern bathrooms.
Glass Railings & Balustrades
Provides clear views and secure barriers for balconies, staircases, and decks.
Storefronts & Entry Doors
Durable and secure, ideal for high-traffic commercial entrances.
Office Partitions & Walls
Enhances natural light while maintaining safety and acoustic separation.
Windows & Skylights
Withstands wind loads and temperature fluctuations for exterior glazing.
Tabletops & Furniture
Adds a sleek, durable surface to desks, dining tables, and display units.
Appliances & Fixtures
Used in ovens, stoves, and lighting where heat resistance is essential.
Annealed Glass
Annealed glass is what people think of as “ordinary” glass and is also called “float glass”. It’s glass that hasn’t been tempered or heat-strengthened and uses a controlled cooling process to release any internal stress. That makes it easier to work with post-manufacture.
Safety Features of Annealed Glass
Easy to Work With
It can be cut and drilled during fabrication, unlike tempered or laminated glass.
Low Internal Stress
Less likely to break suddenly from thermal stress or edge damage.
Common Uses of Annealed Glass
Interior Applications
Including picture frames, cabinet doors, shelving, and decorative panels.
Windows
Great for low-risk areas such as upper-floor residential windows.
Mirrors
Often used as the base glass in mirrors before silvering.
Double-Glazed Units
Used as one of the panes in insulated glass units. Great in applications where safety isn’t a concern.
Furniture
Used in tabletops and desktops where tempered glass isn’t required.
Laminated Glass
Laminated glass is glass that uses a polymer interlayer, usually PVB or EVA, to bond together two sheets of glass through heat and pressure. This type of glass is available in many colours and thicknesses, making it very versatile.
Safety Features of Laminated Glass
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Holds Together When Shattered
The interlayer keeps the glass bonded, reducing the risk of injury from sharp shards.
Offers Enhanced Security
Tougher to break through, making it ideal for impact protection and burglary resistance.
UV Protection
Blocks up to 99% of harmful UV rays, protecting your interiors against fading.
Sound Insulation
The interlayer dampens sound, making it great in noise-sensitive environments.
Meets Safety Glazing Standards
Often used where building codes require safety glass (such as overhead glazing, doors, railings).
Common Uses of Laminated Glass
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Automotive Windshields
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The standard in vehicles for safety and visibility during impact.
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Skylights and Overhead Glazing
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The lamination prevents the glass from falling if broken.
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Storefronts and Display Windows
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Adds security while allowing for clear displays.
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Balustrades and Railings
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Ensures safety for occupants even if the glass breaks.
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Soundproof Windows
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Used in airports, studios, and urban buildings for acoustic control.
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Hurricane- or Blast-Resistant Glazing
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Provides extra protection in high-risk zones or sensitive facilities.
