Commercial enterprises must make an excellent first impression on customers, whether constructing a new store or remodelling an existing one, to keep them coming back. Everything matters when achieving a solid and striking appearance, from the paint to the arrangement. The storefront of a retail or commercial building performs several functions. Safety, aesthetics, quality, and energy efficiency should all be considered when selecting the glass for your storefront. Glass might be chosen for a single purpose or several.
Placement is simpler to determine but picking the right type of storefront glass may be more difficult. Although it might not seem important, the kind of storefront glass you use does. Here are a few of the most typical glass types that commercial establishments typically utilise for their storefronts.
Clear or Transparent Glass
For a good reason, clear glass has long been used for shops. Business owners have a great opportunity to advertise their products because customers can easily see what is behind the glass. Additionally, service providers can demonstrate their self-assurance by opening up their workspace to passersby so they can watch what they do and how they do it.
Tinted or Coated Glass
A business that uses tinted glass gives its customers a modicum of seclusion while maintaining just the right amount of transparency to allow passersby to glance inside. Additionally, stores that see the heaviest sun exposure during the day can benefit from tinted glass. In warmer weather, the tints can assist keep the store’s interior cooler by blocking intense UV rays.
A storefront with tinted glass also benefits from a little boost in security, particularly at night when the tint prevents passersby from seeing inside after the establishment has closed. You may apply coatings to glass to give it a tint and additional protection, and tints come in a variety of shades.
Frosted Glass
Despite having a different look, frosted glass fulfils many of the same tasks as tinted glass. The storefront is made brighter and more private thanks to this kind of glass.
However, this glass helps block out the sun’s glare while letting in natural light. Businesses that wish to preserve an open atmosphere while increasing internal privacy may think about frosted glass.
Safety Glass
The term “safety glass” refers to all glass products intended to provide security and protection. Safety glass comes in clear, tinted, and frosted varieties. The difference is that your glass will more likely endure accidents, attacks, and blunt force trauma that would typically break the glass.
The following are some examples of safety glass:
- Tempered glass
- Security glass
- Laminated glass
- Wired glass
Insulated Glass
The term “insulated glass” refers to various commercial glass products that act as insulation. Insulated glass consists of:
- Dual pane glass
- Gas-filled glass
- Treated glass
Commercial glass and glass setups come in a wide variety of styles. Although these are some of the most typical varieties of glass used by businesses for storefronts, you might have a special requirement or circumstance. Businesses can use the commercial glass services provided by Quick Fit Glass. Contact us when you need help choosing the glass type that will work best for the storefront on your property.
