Safety First: 5 Reasons to Choose Tempered Glass for your Office

Man in an office with tempered glass partitions

Tempered glass has been heated to a very high temperature and treated to increase its strength and safety. It is, in fact, four to seven times stronger than regular glass and, rather than breaking into sharp jagged pieces when and if it breaks, tempered glass shatters into blunt pebble-like pieces that are safe and easy to clean up. These safety features alone make tempered glass an excellent choice for the modern office. Here are five common, high-traffic office areas that can benefit from the safety and durability of tempered glass.

1. Office Partitions

The exceptional strength, safety, and aesthetic appeal of tempered glass make it an excellent choice for office partitions. These room dividers are available in customizable lengths, shapes, and sizes. Whether they are transparent, tinted, or etched, tempered glass maintains a sense of openness within an office environment while creating privacy and a means of social distancing. Sound-dampening properties complement the sleek, modern look of the glass that also allows light to travel throughout the office.

2. Glass Doors and Entrances

Because it is so strong and durable, tempered glass is often used for commercial and office doors, entrances, and storefronts. They can withstand daily use without worry of breaking or shattering. Plus, tempered glass doors can be decorated for security and advertising reasons as well as for sun protection and aesthetics. Common methods of changing the appearance of tempered glass include:

digital glass printing to add designs, logos, or other artistic elements
etching and engraving of designs, patterns, or text before the tempering process
coloured tints and coatings
frosting or patterns added through acid etching or sandblasting

3. Tabletops and Desks

To create a sleek, bright working space, modern offices use tempered glass for tabletops and desks. They are strong, resistant to scratches and heat, easy to clean and maintain, and an excellent complement to many modern office designs. Tempered glass tabletops and desks can be found in conference rooms, executive offices, and other office areas.

4. Shelving and Storage

Tempered glass offers a durable and aesthetically pleasing option for office shelving and storage. Transparent shelves are great for display purposes, while frosted or tinted tempered glass cabinet doors offer a clean, modern look that maximizes space without sacrificing the visual appeal of your office. Tempered glass shelving and storage units are both strong and resistant to scratches and impacts.

5. Glass Railings and Balconies

Tempered glass railings and balconies offer safety, structural soundness, and aesthetic appeal to offices with staircases and balconies. They can be used both indoor and outdoor in compliance with local building codes and regulatory standards. Once again, these tempered glass elements can be tinted, coloured, or decorated in a variety of ways to accommodate your needs and preferences.

Find Tempered Glass for Your GTA Office

These are only five of the many ways tempered glass can be used in an office. Visit Verrage Glass and Mirror, Vaughn’s premier glass company since 1989 to find the tempered glass solution that’s right for you. We’re easy to find on Racco Parkway near Highway 407 and Dufferin Street.