The Rise of Smart Glass Technology in Australia From 7-Star homes to Green Star offices and modern hospitals, smart glass (electrochromic, SPD and switchable privacy
Laminated safety glass with a viscoelastic acoustic interlayer that reduces noise transmission compared with standard laminates. Ideal near busy roads/rail and in privacy-sensitive interiors. Definition
A decorative angled, polished edge that creates a “framed” light-catching border on glass or mirrors. Popular on frameless bathroom mirrors and feature panels. Definition A
Clear glass with a metallic reflective coating (usually silver or aluminium) protected by paint/backing. Used for bathrooms, wardrobes, feature walls and commercial fit-outs. Definition A
Clear glass with a microscopically thin metallic coating that reduces radiant heat transfer while keeping high daylight. Common in insulated glass units (IGUs) and some
Two or more glass layers bonded with a plastic interlayer (usually PVB) so the pane stays intact if broken. Used widely in shopfronts, doors, and
Grade A safety glass made by heating and rapidly cooling float glass to lock in surface compression. Stronger than annealed glass and crumbles into small,
Flat glass made by floating molten glass over a bath of molten tin, producing very uniform thickness, excellent flatness, and minimal optical distortion. Common base
Why it happens, and when to reseal or replace units Condensation shows up when warm, moist air hits cold glass. Sometimes it’s harmless, but other
What is safety glass?Glass designed to reduce the risk of injury when it breaks. In Australia, the main types are toughened (tempered) and laminated. Both