Tinted Glass

Colour through the body of the glass, cutting glare and solar gain on exposed elevations.

Tinted glass is coloured through the body of the glass rather than coated on its surface, so the tint cannot be scratched off and the colour holds across the elevation. It absorbs a portion of incoming solar energy, reducing glare and heat gain behind the glazing.

Key characteristics

• Colour carried through the body of the glass
• Reduced glare and solar heat gain compared with clear float
• Common shades include bronze, grey, green and blue
• Combines with reflective coatings and laminated build-ups
• Consistent appearance across a façade

Typical applications

• Commercial façades and curtain walling
• West and south elevations
• Windows in high-solar-exposure locations
• Privacy-sensitive glazing
• Architectural feature elevations