When designing pool surrounds, glass is preferred for its ability to offer safety, style, and unobstructed views. But with multiple types of glass available, how do you choose the right one for your pool area? This post explores the best glass options for pool surrounds and explains why City Glass & Aluminium’s solutions stand out.
Tempered Glass: Strength and Safety
Tempered glass is one of the most popular choices for pool surrounds due to its incredible strength and safety features. Tempered glass is made through a heat-treatment process, which is four to five times stronger than standard glass, ensuring it can withstand heavy impact without breaking.
- Shatter Resistance: If tempered glass does break, it shatters into small, blunt pieces, significantly reducing the risk of injury. This makes it an excellent choice for families with children or high-traffic pool areas
- Clear Views: Tempered glass’s clarity provides an unobstructed view of the pool, enhancing safety by allowing clear visibility from all angles
- Laminated Glass: Added Security for High-Risk Areas
For areas that require extra security, laminated glass is an ideal option. Laminated glass consists of two or more layers of glass bonded with a plastic interlayer, which holds the glass together even if it’s broken.
- Breakage Protection: In the rare event of breakage, laminated glass remains intact, thanks to the interlayer, preventing large shards from becoming a safety hazard
- Noise Reduction: Laminated glass also reduces noise, making it ideal for homes in busy areas or for creating a peaceful, serene pool environment.
Frameless Glass Pool Fencing: A Seamless Design
Frameless glass pool fencing offers a sleek, modern design that seamlessly integrates into any outdoor environment. By eliminating bulky frames, frameless glass allows for unobstructed views of the pool, landscaping, and beyond, creating an open and luxurious feel.
Frameless glass balustrades, with minimal metal components, are highly resistant to corrosion, making them ideal for humid coastal environments. Frameless glass pool surrounds are easy to clean and maintain, with few components to worry about rusting or deteriorating over time.
Choosing the right glass for your pool surround is crucial to ensuring both safety and style. Whether you opt for tempered or laminated glass, City Glass & Aluminium offers high-quality, durable solutions that meet your needs while adding an element of sophistication to your pool area.
