Taking care of broken glass in a commercial shop is extremely important.
Why?
It can potentially cause loss of customers The property can become vulnerable to vandalism or theft A storefront without glass looks unprofessional and unsafe
Because many commercial glass panels require special orders, there is often a temporary alternative, such as installing acrylic (plexiglass). While acrylic is not ideal for long-term use, it can be a practical short-term solution to secure the property and maintain appearance until the proper glass is installed.
If you only need glass material, you can find it at Ready Glass. They are a local manufacturer offering all types of glass. Here is their website. https://readygm.com/
Open Monday – Friday 8am to 4pm
- Address: 1090 East 16 Street, Hialeah, FL 33010
- Phone: (305) 889-2000
- Fax: (305) 889-2003
- E-mail: info@readygm.com
Tempered glass (also called safety glass) is heat-treated to be stronger and safer than regular glass. Here are the main types used in residential and commercial projects:
1. Clear Tempered Glass
Standard transparent safety glass Used for windows, sliding doors, storefronts
2. Frosted / Acid-Etched Tempered Glass
Privacy glass Bathrooms, offices, partitions
3. Tinted Tempered Glass
Bronze, gray, green, blue Reduces glare and heat Common in South Florida homes
4. Low-Iron Tempered Glass
Extra clear (no green edge) High-end showers, displays
5. Laminated Tempered Glass
Two tempered panes bonded with interlayer Stronger, safer, sound-reducing Used for impact & hurricane applications
6. Ceramic Frit Tempered Glass
Printed pattern baked into the glass Decorative + solar control Commercial buildings, railings
7. Heat-Soaked Tempered Glass
Tested to reduce spontaneous breakage Used in high-risk installations
8. Patterned Tempered Glass
Textured designs (reeded, rain, etc.) Privacy with light transmission
Quick pro note (from real-world installs):
Once glass is tempered, it cannot be cut or drilled. All sizes, holes, and notches must be done before tempering.