Float Glass
Float glass or annealed glass is a single sheet of glass made to a specific thickness. It is made by melting sand, soda ash, dolomite and limestone together which is slowly cooled – floating over a bed of molten tin.
Float glass is not a safety glass, as it is brittle and can break on impact to create sharp and dangerous fragments. Float glass is commonly used in domestic glazing (household windows), for small shelving, tabletops, and picture frames.
Safety Glass
We use a variety of Safety Glass depending on the application and time constraints. Two main types of Safety Glass exist being Toughened Safety Glass and Laminated Safety Glass:
Heat Strengthened Toughened (Tempered) Safety Glass
Created through heating annealed glass to over 600°C in a furnace and then rapidly cooling the glass, highly sealing and compressing the outside structure of the glass giving it high impact resistance.
The tempering process puts the outside surfaces into a state of compression and the inner surfaces to a state of tension which together cause the glass to break into small granular chunks which are far less likely to cause injury than traditional plate glass.
With its superior strength and thermal resistance, Heat Strengthened Toughened Safety Glass is ideal in demanding situations where safety is paramount.
Laminated Safety Glass
Made up of two layers of float glass bonded together with a plastic interlayer, Laminated Glass is durable and difficult to break.
If broken, Laminated Glass is designed to crack and hold together in place as the plastic interlayer remains bonded to the glass. This prevents the glass from falling from its frame, and is extremely safe. Ideal for shopfronts, doors, windows, schools, hospitals and aged care facilities.
Readily available, Laminated Glass can be cut from stock sheets and is available much quicker then toughened glass.
Give us a call or drop into our local showroom today to discuss your requirements and get our glass products cut to your exact custom size.
Glass Splashbacks
Painted, Low Iron Starphire, & Mirrorstar
Glass Splashbacks offer a unique way to customise your home perfectly matched to your décor. Being durable, temperature resistant and easy to clean Glass Splashbacks are an ideal solution for the office.
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Glass splashbacks for your home or office, contact Budget Glass today to discuss fitting a modern touch to your Kitchen, Bathroom or Laundry.
Custom made to your exact requirements, we measure your Kitchen, Bathroom or Laundry on site to ensure a perfect fit every time. Colour matched to your cabinetry, countertops and flooring we can find a colour to suit any environment. Visit us at our Cranbourne Showroom to view our Splashback display and colour samples.
Ask us today about adding extra flair with Starphire Low Iron Glass for superior colour reproduction or Mirrorstar Reflective Splashbacks for that timeless Mirror effect on a large scale.
Mirrors
Mirrors can provide a distinctive and unique appearance in any home or commercial environment by redistributing light and expanding the visible space. Our custom made mirrors are available in 3mm, 4mm and 6mm thickness cut to virtually any size with flat polished edges and bevelling for a contemporary finish that is sure to turn heads.
Available in any size with a range of finishes, we cut Mirrors in house and on site to suit your decor and can supply and fit for a perfect finish every time.
Decorative, Patterned & Slumped Glass
Glass can make a bold and unique statement, enhancing the natural beauty of your home or office with a range of textures and colours. Ideal for architectural purposes, Decorative and Textured Glass is both aesthetically pleasing and also structurally functional.
A feature in their own right, Decorative Glass Panels can be used in Front Doors, Sidelights, Windows, Splashbacks, Showerscreens, Balustrades, Skylights, and Interior Doors. We stock a variety of decorative and patterned panels in modern and classic styles with a large catalogue or stock available to order.
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- Spotswood
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- Satinlite
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- Polished Wire
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- Matlucent
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- Cathlite / Cathedral
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Contact us today to discuss how our range of Decorative Glass solutions can enhance your home or office.
Shower Screens
We have a wide range of attractive and economical Shower Screen options with fast installation. With a number of styles and colours available, Shower Screens can be customised to suit your bathroom and taste. Updating your shower screen can change the whole flow and appearance of your bathroom and is a simple way to modernise and add value to your home.
Visit our Cranbourne Showroom to view our wide range of Shower Screens on display and talk to us about finding a solution to suit your bathroom or ensuite.
Dog & Cat Doors
Our range of Quality Transcat Cat & Dog Doors are made in New Zealand to the strictest quality standards and are perfectly suited to small Cats & Dogs. Durable and easy to use with magnetic catches and secure 4 way locking mechanism.
Safe for your little companion, you can lock the door in either direction, both directions or locked. Contact us today to get a quote on our range of Cat & Dog Doors
Tabletops and Shelving
Glass Tabletops are an attractive and easy to clean solution perfect for protecting your table and adding some sparkle to the dining room or bedroom. Stylize the look of your home or office with our range of modern glass shelving systems with flat polished edges.
Glass is ideal for protecting your furniture while displaying its natural beauty. Whether for your dining, bedroom or bar, we can find a finish to complement your décor.
Consumables & Accessories
We stock a wide variety of the highest quality consumable items and accessories for use in glazing including:
- Putty
- Silicone
- Timber Beading
- Glass Cleaner
- Glass Cutters
- Pet Doors
- Shower Screen Door Knobs
- Shower Screen Plastic Seal Strips
Call us today to speak to our friendly team or join us in our Cranbourne Showroom to view our complete range of Consumables & Accessories.