Annealed glass is one of the most popular types of glass used in windows and many other everyday applications today. This type of glass is made by heating glass to a high temperature and then allowing it to slowly cool on a natural timeline. This controlled cooling process can relieve internal stresses, making the glass more stable and less likely to crack when exposed to minor temperature changes.
Some of the key characteristics of annealed glass include:
- Not Shatter-Resistant: When broken, it breaks into large and sharp glass. Unlike laminated or tempered glass, annealed glass is not a type of safety glass.
- Easy to Shape & Cut: Because annealed glass isn’t heat-treated, it is easy to cut and simple to fabricate. For this reason, we can cut, drill, or shape annealed glass before installation.
- Affordable: One of the biggest reasons people choose annealed glass is because it’s affordable. Generally speaking, it’s the least expensive type of glass used for home windows, picture frames, interior doors, and furniture.
One of the things you need to keep in mind is that annealed glass is weaker and more prone to dangerous breakage when compared to laminated or tempered glass. For this reason, it cannot be used in places where safety glass is required, like shower doors, glass doors, or near floors.
At Statesville Glass & Shower Door, we can work with annealed glass, and we’d be happy to discuss your project with you. Contact us today to learn more about this type of glass or to request an estimate.
