Types of Window Glass

Guardian Hurricane Protection offers an extensive variety of window glass with functionality and styles to compliment every individual need.

Choosing the right type of window glass decreases energy bills, maintains comfortable indoor temperatures, provides peace of mind during storms and protects properties.

Annealed Glass 

• Popularly known as standard glass or plate glass.
• Breaks into large shards if impacted.
• Building codes may restrict the use of annealed glass if there is a risk of breakage.
• Easy to transform into a variety of shapes and styles.
• Typically cost-efficient.

Heat-Strengthened Glass 

Heat-strengthened glass is annealed glass that has been heated to reach its softening point. After reaching approximately 1300°F, heat-strengthened glass is force cooled to create surface compression.

• Roughly twice as strong as annealed glass or untreated glass.
• Ideal for areas with low wind conditions or possibilities of rapid temperature changes. 
• Less likely to create a distorted view.

Tempered Glass 

Like Heat-Strengthened Glass, Tempered Glass is heated to reach its softening point but it is cooled more rapidly to create higher surface compression. Tempered glass is approximately four to five times stronger than annealed glass.

• Ideal for residential and commercial applications that receive substantial daily wear and tear.
• Increased scratch-resistance. 
• Tempered glass can stand up to strong winds, hurricanes, and other weather events.
• When safety is a concern, tempered glass reduces the risk of injury due to its nature of breaking into smaller pieces instead of larger sharp, jagged shards.

Insulating Glass

Insulating glass is composed of two panes of glass separated by air or gas to reduce heat transfer. A unique silicone glazing process prevents insulating glass from breaking away from the frame. 

• Reduces outside noise.
• Provides a barrier to water and moisture while decreasing condensation.
• Lowers energy bills and maintains temperatures inside a home.

Laminated Glass & Laminated Insulating Glass 

Like insulating glass, laminated glass uses a special silicone glazing process that prevents it from breaking away from the frame. Laminated glass is composed of two pieces of bonded glass, essentially “sandwiched” together with a clear interlayer for impact resistance and one pane for added insulation.

• Both types can protect against UV rays, which fade furniture and carpets.
• Both types are suitable for specific hurricane zones requiring safety glazing for the exterior.
• Due to its durability, laminated glass is harder to break and offers additional protection.

Florida’s Leading Aluminum Impact Windows Provider

The Guardian Hurricane Protection team has the experience to recommend the best glass and window options based on personal design, temperature needs and budgets. We offer free on site estimates and consultations.

When it comes to hurricane protection, Guardian Hurricane Protection is the all-in-one solution partner. Our team of technicians are on call 24 hours a day and are fully equipped with the tools to install, repair and maintain impact-resistant windows and doors. Our high-quality products and affordable services will keep your property protected and safe.

Guardian Hurricane Protection is a fully licensed and insured State of Florida Certified General Contractor. We are OSHA Certified, have an outstanding safety record and conduct regular on-site safety meetings. Our goal is zero time lost on the job. We are PGT Glazing Certified, EuroWall Installation Certified, an ASSA Member, a Nami Certified Manufacturer and a Solar Energy Contracto

Call Guardian Hurricane Protection at 239-438-4732 or connect with us online to schedule a free estimate and consultation.