13.5mm Toughened Laminate Glass
Whatever your needs may be, Fusion Glass Ltd can provide custom glass panels, including 13.5mm toughened laminated glass, tailored to your specifications and delivered across the UK, all from our headquarters in Leeds.
Whatever you are envisioning for your home and property, if it’s made of glass, we can help you. Why not call us to find out more and get a free quote?
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13.5mm Toughened Glass
Overview
13.5mm toughened laminated glass is a highly regarded safety glass option that delivers excellent strength and impact protection. As part of our Custom Glass Panels range, it consists of two layers of toughened glass bonded together with a durable interlayer.
This construction ensures the glass remains intact if shattered, significantly reducing the risk of injury. As a result, 13.5mm laminated glass is widely specified for applications where safety compliance and clarity are essential.
Key Characteristics & Uses
Common Applications:
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Balustrade Infill Panels: Commonly used as non-structural infill between posts or within framed systems, providing fall protection on domestic balconies, decking, and stair balustrades.
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Juliet Balconies: Perfect for smaller Juliet balconies (up to 1100mm wide) that rely on framing or posts for support. 13.5mm laminated glass meets safety requirements by remaining intact if broken.
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Shopfronts & Commercial Glazing: Enhances security and safety in commercial settings. If cracked, the glass holds together, minimizing the risk of injury or break-ins.
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Internal Partitions & Screens: Ideal for office applications, stair screens, and room dividers, offering acoustic benefits compared to standard glass while ensuring safety in high-traffic areas.
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Canopies & Overhead Glazing: Suitable for light-duty canopies where laminated safety glass is needed, though not typically used for high load or long spans.
Why Choose 13.5mm Laminated Glass?
Safety-First Design
The laminated construction ensures the glass stays bonded if broken, providing a higher level of protection compared to monolithic toughened glass such as 12mm Toughened Glass.
Cost-Effective Compliance
13.5mm laminated glass offers an excellent balance between performance and cost, making it one of the most popular compliant options for balustrades and guarding.
Regulatory Compliance
Widely accepted under UK safety glazing standards, this thickness is commonly specified where building regulations require laminated safety glass.
Optical Clarity
Despite its strength, 13.5mm laminated glass delivers excellent clarity, maintaining a clean and modern appearance across installations.
Limitations
Not Suitable For
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Fully frameless structural balustrades, which typically require 17.5mm Laminated Glass or thicker.
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Long-span floor glass or walk-on glass applications.
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High wind-load environments such as exposed coastal or high-rise locations.
Quick Rule of Thumb
For post-supported or framed balustrade systems, 13.5mm laminated glass is an excellent and compliant choice. If your project involves fully frameless structural systems, you should step up to 17.5mm Laminated Glass for the required strength and stiffness.
If you’re unsure whether 13.5mm toughened laminated glass is suitable for your project — including span, fixing method, or installation location — we’re always happy to advise.
Contact Us Today
If you’re considering 13.5mm toughened laminated glass, explore our Custom Glass Panels range or contact Fusion Glass Ltd for a free quote.
Call 0113 733 7777 and let’s discuss the best solution for your application.
Please note: minimum order is £180
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