Glass in the House

Glass is safe, easy to maintain, durable, and complements any style.

SHOWERS

Glass shower enclosures exude a touch of exclusivity. Thanks to their transparency, showers with glass enclosures make the bathroom appear larger. Ultimately, glass shower enclosures are the ideal way to bring the concept of modern, airy living to life. Glass showers come in a variety of styles: In addition to frameless and partially framed glass showers, barrier-free glass showers are enjoying growing popularity among both young and old alike.

For safety reasons, shower enclosures are made of what is known as thermally toughened safety glass (TSG). This glass is significantly more durable and shatters into small fragments when broken, which considerably reduces the risk of injury.

The stairwell is dark in many homes. This is due in part to the lack of—or at least insufficient—natural light, but also to the fact that stairs are typically made of non-transparent materials such as wood or stone. Glass stairs not only bring in more light but also lend a certain sense of lightness to the stairwell. Additionally, glass stairs eliminate creaking steps. Stairs are subjected to heavy loads and must therefore ensure sufficient load-bearing capacity and safety.

For this reason, glass steps are required by regulation to consist of at least three individual panes (laminated safety glass).

STAIRS

PARTITION WALLS

In open-plan offices and conference rooms—as well as in private settings—glass partitions create seamless transitions and make optimal use of natural light, which is easy on the eyes. This results in separate, noise-protected areas that still maintain a sense of openness that “normal” walls cannot achieve.

Glass partitions can be transparent, translucent, or opaque; they can be solid or printed with photorealistic images, and they are available in any color.

Glass furniture looks great in every room of the house or apartment. Its transparency creates a unique visual effect, and despite the weight of the glass itself, it appears light and graceful. Even when combined with other natural materials such as wood or metal, timeless glass can be integrated into any style. Whether modern or classically elegant, tables, shelves, display cases, and even larger cabinets are available in a wide range of colors and prints.

FURNITURE

Glass is a welcome addition not only in the bathroom but also in the kitchen. With glass wall cladding, there are no small, intricate grout lines to detract from the elegant look. Glass countertops, backsplashes, and splash guards—available in colored, printed, or satin finishes—offer endless design possibilities.

Whenever staircases take center stage in a building’s architecture, railings and balustrades play a key role. Glass railings and balustrades combine transparency with safety. They create a light-filled atmosphere that is both modern and timeless. Whether it’s a transparent gallery or a stair railing, glass balustrades blend seamlessly into any interior design concept. The possibilities are virtually limitless: transparent, opaque, colored, printed, straight, or curved—and in combination with other materials (metal, wood)—almost anything is possible. The required safety is ensured by the mandated laminated safety glass.

Even if a glance in the mirror the morning after a birthday party can sometimes be a bit daunting, mirrors belong in every house and apartment. The glass used is “crystal clear” in the truest sense of the word and proves once again just how versatile it can be in a wide variety of settings, both at home and at work. What’s more, mirrors make even the smallest room feel open and spacious.

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