Practical answers
Frequently asked questions
Materials, designs and the process all differ by product and by the conditions on site.
Glass railings and treads
Which glass is used for a glass railing?
The available specifications are Tempered laminated glass 8+8 mm · Tempered laminated glass 10+10 mm. The final choice depends on the dimensions, the support method and the conditions at the particular building.
How is a glass railing adapted to the bura wind?
Wind load, the position of the building and the substrate are checked for every project before the glass, the brackets and their spacing are chosen.
Is surveying for a glass railing free of charge?
Yes, the initial survey and a conversation about the design are arranged at no cost, so that we can prepare a proposal suited to the building.
Which hardware finishes can I choose for a railing?
For this product group the available finishes are stainless steel · matt black · anodised aluminium. We match the choice to the architecture and to how exposed the position is.
Glass shower enclosures
Which glass is used for a shower enclosure?
For shower enclosures we offer Tempered float glass 8 mm · Lamistal laminated glass 4+4 mm. We choose the suitable specification according to the span, the way it opens and the layout of the bathroom.
Can I have a shower enclosure with black hardware?
The available finishes are polished chrome · matt black · stainless steel, so the hardware can be matched to the taps, the profiles and the other details of the bathroom.
How is shower enclosure glass cleaned?
After showering we recommend removing the water with a squeegee and using a mild product and a soft cloth, avoiding abrasive sponges that can damage the surface.
Glass doors
What is the difference between sliding and hinged glass doors?
A sliding door needs no room for the leaf to swing, while a hinged door opens in the familiar way; the choice depends on the passage, the wall and how the space is used.
Can the glass in a door be frosted?
The glass available includes Tempered float glass 8 mm · Clear or frosted Lamistal laminated glass 4+4 mm, so the level of privacy can be matched to the purpose of the room and the amount of light you want.
Which hardware finishes are available?
For glass doors the available finishes are anodised aluminium · matt black, which we match to the existing joinery and to the details of the interior.
Sliding glass walls
How many tracks can a sliding glass wall have?
The number of tracks and the panel layout are set by the width of the opening, the preferred stacking position and the room available for the panels to move.
Do sliding walls close a terrace off from wind and rain?
They reduce direct exposure to wind and rainfall, but the design and the protection you can expect should be assessed against the position and conditions of each building.
Which glass and profile finishes are available?
The intended glass is Lamistal laminated glass 5+5 mm and the profile finishes are anodised aluminium · powder coating in RAL colours. We match the final choice to the opening and to the facade.
Glass canopies
Will a glass canopy withstand wind and snow?
Dimensions, supports and fixings are assessed against the position, the span and the expected loads of the particular building; there is no single design for every location.
Which glass is used for a canopy?
For canopies the intended glass specifications are Tempered laminated glass 8+8 mm · Tempered laminated glass 10+10 mm. The final choice is tied to the span, the supports and the project assessment.
Which bracket finishes are available?
The available finishes are stainless steel · anodised aluminium · powder coating in RAL colours, and the choice is matched to the facade, the joinery and how exposed the building is.
Tempered kitchen splashbacks
Will kitchen glass withstand the heat behind a hob?
Suitability is checked against the type of appliance, the clearances and the installation conditions, and every opening and edge should be established before the glass is made.
Can I have the glass in the colour of my kitchen?
The available finishes are lacquered in RAL colours · digital printing, so the appearance can be matched to the fronts, the worktop and the other colours in the space.
Which glass is used in a kitchen?
For this purpose the intended specifications are Tempered glass 6 mm · Tempered lacquered glass 6 mm, and we choose the final one according to the look you want and the details of the space.
Fixed glass partitions
Does a glass partition need a load-bearing frame?
The support method required depends on the dimensions, the substrate and the edges of the opening, so we set the profiles and fixings after inspecting the actual space.
Which glass is used for a fixed partition?
For partitions the intended glass specifications are Lamistal laminated glass 5+5 mm · Tempered float glass 10 mm. The choice depends on the span, the transparency you want and the method of fixing.
Which profile finishes are available?
The available finishes are anodised aluminium · matt black, chosen to suit the joinery, the lighting and the other metal details of the interior.
Interior and exterior glass
Which types of glass do you make to measure?
We offer Tempered glass · Laminated glass · Insulating glass. We determine the suitable type from the purpose, the dimensions, the position and the method of support at the building.
Do you make insulated glass units for external openings?
Insulated glass is part of the range, and its make-up and suitability are determined by the opening, the existing joinery and the requirements of the particular space.
Which finishes can I choose?
The finish is listed as made to measure, which means we match the processing details to the measurements and the purpose of each element.
Insulating glass units
What is the difference between double and triple insulating glass?
A double unit has two panes of glass and a triple unit has three. The third pane adds another cavity, so triple glazing is chosen when thermal insulation is the priority.
Which kinds of glass can be combined in a unit?
Combinations are available that include Double and triple glazing · Float 4–8 mm · Low-E 4 and 6 mm · Lamistal 3+3 · Satinato, griz, silvit · Parsol and Stopsol, so each pane is chosen for the window's position, privacy and exposure to the sun.
Can a unit be filled with argon or fitted with glazing bars?
Yes, insulating glass units are available with argon filling · glazing bars, agreed when the glass make-up is confirmed.
Glass processing
Which kinds of glass processing do you carry out?
The available treatments are edge grinding · sandblasting · engraving · drilling · tempering, and we set their order and feasibility according to the type, the thickness and the final purpose of the glass.
Can I bring my own glass for processing?
You can bring it in for inspection, after which we assess the condition, the type and the feasibility of the treatment requested before accepting the work.
Which glass thicknesses do you process?
The range in the catalogue is described as All thicknesses from 4 to 19 mm, but we always check whether a given treatment is possible against the particular piece and request.
Zadar
Where is your workshop in Zadar?
Our only workshop is at 72. bojne Vojne policije 24, 23000 Zadar. Please arrange a time in advance for visits and collections.
When can you come out to survey in Zadar?
A survey in Zadar can often be arranged within the same week, but the exact time depends on the current diary and is confirmed in advance.
Which processing do you carry out at the Zadar workshop?
In the workshop we arrange cutting and finishing of glass to the drawing and the survey; we check what is possible for each chosen type and thickness.
Novalja
Do you travel across the whole island of Pag to survey?
Yes, we plan surveys for the whole island, Novalja and the more distant places included, at a time arranged in advance and grouping journeys where that is workable.
Can you guarantee in advance that a railing will resist the bura?
We do not give a universal guarantee against the bura without inspecting the location. The design depends on the exposure, the span, the substrate, the height and other conditions of the particular building.
How does salt air affect the choice of hardware?
Proximity to the sea and direct exposure to salt are taken into account when choosing materials and maintenance, and the proposal is settled after inspecting the fitting location.
Šibenik
Do you have a workshop or branch in Šibenik?
We do not; the only workshop is in Zadar, and we travel to Šibenik for surveying and fitting arranged in advance.
How do you organise surveying and fitting in Šibenik?
We use the first visit to check the measurements and the substrate, and confirm a separate fitting date once the glass and the building are ready.
Does transport from Zadar affect the timing of the work?
It does; the timing depends on production, on the building being ready and on transport, so journeys are arranged in advance and combined where that is practical.
Split
Do you take on larger glazing projects in Split?
We assess the scope from the drawings, the survey, the deadlines and the access to the building, and align the phases with the main contractor before confirming.
How long does transporting glass from Zadar to Split take?
The drive is roughly two hours, but traffic, the unloading point, the access and the weather can all change the duration and the delivery time.
When should a glazier be brought into the site schedule?
It is worth getting in touch before the substrates are finished, so that we can check measurements, fixings and the order of work with the tilers, renderers or other trades.
Biograd na Moru
Can you plan the work outside the tourist season?
Yes, the timing can be matched to the availability of the property, and arranging it early makes it easier to plan before guests arrive or after they leave.
Does the apartment have to be empty during fitting?
The space we are working in has to be free and accessible; for a rented property the most reliable approach is to book a slot with no changeover and no guests staying.
When do you measure a shower enclosure after a bathroom refit?
We carry out the final survey once the tiling and the other surfaces that determine the real dimensions and the hardware positions are in place.