Are frameless shower doors safe?
Frameless shower doors are not thin measures Frameless glass shower doors are made of tempered or safety glass, which is less likely to break than laminated and annealed glass. The likelihood of breakage is minimal, but the possibility is always there. Tempered glass for frameless shower stalls is available in 1/2-inch and 3/8-inch thicknesses. This glass is specially treated to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a break. Tempered glass prevents breakage Tempered glass is approximately four times stronger than laminated or annealed glass, with a minimum surface compression of 10,000 pounds per square inch. If annealed glass breaks, it forms shards and jagged pieces that can easily cut or cause injury. In the event that tempered glass does break, it will form small pieces, reducing the risk of injury. Tempered glass can break like this because it is made by heating and then quickly cooling the glass. Safety glass can also be made by heating anneal...