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What is Laminated Glass?

Laminated glass, also referred to as safety glass, consists of two sheets of glass permanently bonded together with an interlayer designed to improve acoustics and impact resistance. Laminated glass can be classified as Grade A Safety glass only when it meets the relevant standards.

VLam™, Vlam™Hush, and ComfortHush™ are all brands of laminated glass. Jason Windows only sources laminated glass brands that comply with Australian Standards and building codes, and meets clients’ specifications.

Benefits & Considerations

Benefits

The benefits of laminated glass include:

  • Laminated glass can help minimise some outside noises. Acoustic-rated laminated glass will further improve performance.
  • Safer – if broken, glass fragments remain in the panel bonded to the interlayer rather than breaking into dangerous shards
  • Improved security. Laminated glass provides extra resistance to penetration due to its interlayer.
  • Provides better protection against UV rays which can fade furnishings and benchtops exposed to direct sunlight through the glass
  • Low-E laminated glass can reduce the amount of heat conducted through the glass, compared with annealed glass. Low-E glass further improves thermal efficiency by reducing glare.
  • Available in a range of tones and opaque options:
    • Neutral * – lightly toned
    • Grey
    • Green
    • Translucent – smooth milky finish

* Neutral is available when specified with Low-E Glass

example of laminated glass

Options

Laminated glass can be specified with other glass types to further improve performance. For example:

  • Low-E laminated glass for improved energy efficiency
  • Acoustic laminated glass to further improve noise reduction of low frequency noises
  • Toned laminated glass for privacy and reducing heat and glare

The below values are a guide only. Light, solar and UV levels are impacted by the thickness of the glass and the type of glass you choose.

Clear Laminated

Clear glass is supplied as standard.

  • Light reduction 10%
  • Solar transmission 10%
  • UV transmission 35%
example of clear glass visability

Grey Toned Laminated

Commonly selected for a darker elevation and to reduce the amount of light coming into the home. The grey tone offers good reduction levels of UV light.

  • Light reduction 50%
  • Solar transmission 50%
  • UV transmission 75%
grey toned glass visability

Translucent Laminated

Translucent laminated glass adds the benefit of privacy and is a popular choice for front doors and bathrooms. Can also be paired with a grey tone.

translucent glass visability

Replacement of Existing Glazing

Are you looking at options to improve the existing glazing in your home?

Jason Windows recommends trusted providers for this service. Visit our recommended installers page for contact details.

Product Specifications

For glazing energy & acoustic data  please visit our Support Guides for Builders