Sliding glass doors are regularly broken due to accidental breakage, vandalism and break and enter. When glass is broken it can create a dangerous environment for family, friends and even pets. Jim’s Glass offer a fast glass replacement service including onsite repairs to sliding glass doors in home, offices, shops and other businesses.
There are three main types of glass found in sliding doors:
Annealed Glass (Illegal)
- Mainly in doors manufactured prior to the 1990’s.
- Non safety glass
- Illegal for new installations
- The most dangerous type of glass
Toughened Glass For Sliding Doors
- Installed by most current door manufacturers
- Grade A safety glass
- Compliant with current Australian Standards
- Reduced security if broken
- Small cuts possible with impact with glass
Laminated Glass For Sliding Doors
- Best product for sliding doors
- Grade A safety glass
- Compliant with current Australian Standards
- Increased security if broken due to lamination
- Minimal risk of injury when broken