What is Tempered Glass?

Are you worried about a glass shower door being unsafe for children? 

You might have heard that tempered glass is the standard for shower glass doors, but what does that mean for safety? 

Shower glass is tempered, meaning that it has undergone a special heat treatment process to increase its safety. Tempering strengthens the glass and causes it to shatter into small pieces rather than cracking or breaking into large, dangerous shards. If the glass breaks, the severity of potential injuries is significantly reduced due to the size of the shards produced. 

Standard building codes require tempered glass to be used in shower doors and panels, which can be identified by a small etched logo in one of the corners.

Benefits of tempered glass: 

• Increased safety
• Scratch Resistance
• Strength and Durability 
• Easy Maintenance 
• Design Versatility 

To learn more about how to maintain your shower glass door, click here!  

Experience the Benefits of a New Shower Door in Ann Arbor 

Does your current shower setup feel safe? 

Wolverine Glass has a gallery of shower doors in Ann Arbor for you to choose from during your next bathroom renovation. Contact us at (734)426-5600 to schedule your shower door consultation and get expert advice on what’s best for your home's bathroom!