There are more glass types than most people realise. Here's a plain guide to the types used in uPVC windows and doors.
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Float (clear), frosted/obscure, tinted, toughened (safety), laminated (safety and sound), and insulated double glazing — each for different needs.
Toughened is stronger and shatters into blunt granules; laminated holds together via an interlayer and also cuts noise. Each suits different needs.
We match it per opening — safety glass for large or low panes, laminated for noise, frosted for privacy.
Related guides covering this topic from other angles — different products, applications, or contexts.
Tell us your openings and we'll measure on site, advise, and give you a real quote — factory-direct from our Pannimadai works in Coimbatore.