Float Glass

What is Float Glass?

CLEAR, SMOOTH

Types of Float Glass

Float glass is a type of flat glass produced by the "float glass process," a method for manufacturing smooth, uniform glass sheets. The process involves floating molten glass on a bed of molten metal, typically tin, to create a flat surface without the need for grinding or polishing.

UNTREATED

Clear

Clear float glass refers to the standard type of float glass that is highly transparent and free from color or tint. It is the most common form of glass used in windows, doors, and various architectural applications due to its clarity, uniform thickness, and smooth surface.
Available thickness: 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 15mm & 19mm

COLORED

Tinted

Tinted float glass is a type of float glass that has been treated to add color or a tinted effect to the glass. This tint can be added during the production process by incorporating metal oxides or by applying coatings to the glass surface. Tinted float glass retains the smoothness and uniformity of clear float glass, but with the added benefit of reduced light transmission and enhanced aesthetic qualities.
Available color & thickness:
Grey 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 10mm & 12mm
Green 5mm & 6mm
QFloat Supergrey 6mm
QFloat Supergreen 6mm (Subject to availability)
QFloat Superblue 6mm (Subject to availability)

ULTRA CLEAR

Low Iron

Low iron float glass is a type of float glass that contains a reduced amount of iron oxide compared to standard float glass. The reduction in iron content results in glass with a much higher level of clarity and transparency, making it ideal for applications where the purity of the glass is critical.
Available thickness: 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 15mm & 19mm

FROSTED

Acid Etched

Acid etched float glass is a type of glass that has been treated with an acid solution to create a smooth, matte finish on its surface. The acid etching process removes a thin layer of the glass, resulting in a translucent, frosted appearance that diffuses light.
Available type & thickness:
Clear 4mm,5mm,6mm,10mm & 12mm
Low iron 6mm, 10mm, 12mm & 15mm

QUALITY STANDARDS & DISCLAIMERS

Our safety glass products are manufactured in accordance with the relevant Australian Standards. From a single panel to a complete building fit out, Watson Glass is there to help.