London is unique. It is the most densely populated city in the UK and experiences some of the busiest and noisiest roads anywhere in the country. Unfortunately, it also experiences some of the highest rates of crime and burglary, both to residential and commercial properties.

Here are two very good reasons why installing the right kind of glass in your property is extremely important. Not only will the right kind of glass – fitted well – provide you with a barrier to all kinds of noise pollution outside, it could also mean the difference between a thief choosing your property, or the one further up with the wrong type of glass or poorly fitted doors and windows.

For both industrial and residential use, there are now strict regulations about what kinds of glass can be used in which circumstances. Employers and manufacturers have a responsibility to use glass that will minimise the risk of injury.

Here are some of the types of glass that glaziers in London should be talking to you about for increased safety:

Toughened Glass (also known as tempered glass) – this is glass that been heat or chemically treated to make it stronger and harder to break than normal glass. When it does break, it breaks into chunks rather than dangerous shards.

Laminated and Safety Glass – Laminated and safety glass are types of glass that hold together in one piece when they are broken. They can do this because they are made up of two glass sheets sandwiched around an ‘interlayer’ (usually polyvinyl butyral), which holds it in place.

An experienced and qualified glazier can offer you advice on the correct type of glass to use for your purposes. Make sure you choose glaziers London-based, so they know the area. They should be able to source and fit your chosen glass to an exceptionally high standard.