There is something breath-taking – yet chilling – about walking on a glass floor.
While the versatility of glass shows itself everywhere (from windows in the home, to drinking glasses, to eyeglasses to decorative art pieces) it’s certainly seen as strange novelty for most to step onto a glass walkway. Multi laminated glass allows natural light to pass through the floor, which adds to the ambiance of a luxurious home.
As natural light permeates the space, it creates different moods and forms a seamless transition between rooms. Glass can also be used in landings and staircases which adds even more visual appeal. Adding an artistic touch to the glass floor by sandblasting a design, utilising coloured interlayers, or ceramic patterns that are fused into the glass can create a spectacular effect.
Safety
The obvious concern when it comes to such an extensive use of glass, is the safety involved. Comprehensive calculations for glass thickness and construction are what decides the selection and application of this type of glass, which include the design of the frame, method of installation and sign off by an engineer.
Resistance
The advances in PVB, EVA, TPU and other technologies has made it possible to produce products that protect against bigger storms, larger impacts and more powerful blasts.
Robust
The interlayers used to bond the glass together become an engineered component inside the glass, holding more weight so that the glass can serve as a more active structural element in the building envelope.
It is now possible to design distinctive glass floors, bridges and walkways. These applications are not only architecturally dramatic – but are safe, stylish and engineered to last.
Typical applications
- Glass Floors
- Glass Bridges
- Glass Staircases
Benefits and Features
- UV Resistant
- Enhanced Aesthetics
- Safety
- Natural Light
- Solar Performance