Tinted Glass
Glass with color added during the manufacturing process (body-tinted) or applied as a coating after production, providing solar control, glare reduction, and aesthetic effects.
Technical Details
Body-tinted glass incorporates metal oxides into the glass melt: iron oxide (green/blue-green), cobalt oxide (blue), selenium (bronze), and nickel/selenium compounds (gray). Tinted glass reduces solar heat gain and visible light transmission. Common architectural tints include bronze, gray, blue-green, and blue. Tinted glass can be tempered and laminated for safety applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does tinted glass affect structural strength?
No. Body-tinted glass has the same structural properties as clear glass of the same thickness and tempering level. The metal oxides added for color do not significantly affect mechanical performance.
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