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What is laminated safety glass? Structure, manufacturing, and areas of application
What is laminated safety glass (LSG)? Laminated safety glass holds shards together even after breakage and is used wherever safety is required, such as in overhead glazing, fall protection, or burglar-resistant windows. We explain its construction, manufacturing, weight, and what you should look for when purchasing.
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What is ESG glass? Properties, uses & cutting
What is toughened safety glass (ESG), and what is it really suitable for? In this guide, we explain the production, properties, and typical areas of application such as showers, doors, and furniture glazing, and address a point that many guides leave out: at what installation height ESG alone is no longer sufficient. Read now and get advice for your project.
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Ornamental glass: an overview of types, patterns, and areas of application
Ornamental glass is the discreet solution for letting in light while maintaining privacy. We show you the most common patterns, from Chinchilla to Cathedral, how to find the right design, and why ornamental glass can even be tempered into safety glass.
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Custom-made mirror wall: planning, installation & safety
Planning a mirrored wall? We show you what really matters regarding weight, wall structure, and installation, from U-profiles to magnetic mounting. Read our guide now and configure your custom mirror.
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Calculating glass weight: formula, table and practical examples
Glass appears light, but it often weighs more than you think. In this guide, we show you the exact formula for calculating glass weight, a weight table by glass thickness for float glass, tempered safety glass (ESG), and laminated safety glass (VSG), as well as a point that almost no other guide mentions: at what weight you should no longer carry a pane alone.
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Robax Glass: Buy & replace fireplace glass
If the glass panel of your wood-burning stove is cracked or stubbornly soot-covered, there is no way around Robax glass. This transparent glass-ceramic from SCHOTT withstands temperatures of up to 760 °C and, thanks to its special material composition, hardly expands at all—a crucial difference from standard float glass or tempered safety glass (ESG), which would fail quickly in a combustion chamber. Our guide explains how to correctly measure, professionally install, and maintain your fireplace glass, which Robax versions are available, and why it must be disposed of with residual waste. Featuring the latest facts on the fireplace market and practical step-by-step instructions for your next glass replacement.
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Custom Mirrors: The Complete Buying Guide 2026
An off-the-shelf mirror rarely fits perfectly, regardless of whether it is above a double vanity, in a sliding cabinet door, or as wall decor in a dressing room. This guide presents the complete Adamer mirror range: from classic silver mirrors to warm-toned bronze and grey variants, and on to decorative antique mirrors and shatterproof laminated safety glass mirrors. You will learn how to take measurements correctly, which mounting method suits which application area, and when it pays to choose a specialist firm over the online configurator. Includes a comparison table, FAQ, and direct access to all five mirror types from Adamer.
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Large hallway mirror ideas: The 7 best concepts for 2026
A large mirror in the hallway is one of the simplest and most effective ways to make entryways appear brighter and more spacious. We present seven proven design ideas, from a full-length mirror right by the front door to an elegant mirrored wall, and supplement them with technical expertise often missing from most interior design guides: which type of glass is suitable for which format, how heavy large-format mirrors actually are, and when professional installation is indispensable. This turns a decorative concept into a safely executed project.
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What is Satin Glass – The Complete Guide for Your Project
Satin glass combines a stylish look with functional privacy, but not all frosting is the same, and not every type of satin glass is automatically safe enough for showers or office partitions. In this guide, we explain how satin glass is created through acid etching or sandblasting, the differences between it and milk glass, and why the correct processing sequence for tempered safety glass (ESG) and laminated safety glass (VSG) is crucial. You will also learn how to properly care for satin glass and what to look for when ordering custom-made pieces. With over 165 years of experience in glass and our own safety glass production since 2011, Adamer Sicherheitsglas shows you what really matters when making a purchase.
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Which mirror trends are suitable for living room decor in 2026?
Which mirror will really suit your living room in 2026? We show why large-format wall mirrors with organic shapes and warm glass tones like bronze or grey are currently setting the tone, inspired by the "middlemalism" interior design trend. We also clarify what really matters when it comes to glass thickness, edge finishing, and laminated safety glass (LSG) so that your mirror not only looks good but also lasts a long time. As a Bavarian glass specialist since 1857, we reveal which type of mirror glass suits which living style, including a comparison table and placement tips.
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