Texmateria
Tempered Glass
Heat-strengthened safety glass with higher impact resistance than ordinary glass. It still looks clear, but edge stamps, hardware holes, stress patterns, and thick polished edges give clues.
Common names
- toughened glass
- safety glass
- tempered panel
Search phrases
- glass door panel
- shower screen glass
- glass railing
- thick safety glass
Common uses
- Glass doors
- Shower screens
- Railings
- Storefronts
- Tabletops
- Partitions
Choosing points
- Best for doors, railings, tables, and partitions where safety and strength are important.
- Edges and holes must be processed before tempering, so hardware placement feels planned.
- Tempered glass can show subtle roller waves or anisotropy under polarized light.
- It is often used with clamps, patch fittings, or point supports.
How it ages
- It resists impact better than ordinary glass, but edge damage can still trigger sudden breakage.
What to avoid
- Do not cut, drill, or notch tempered glass after tempering; all holes and edge work must be completed before tempering.
