Glass Edgework Options
All glass with edgework should be heat treated, either heat strengthened (HS) or fully tempered (FT). Edgework is completed prior to heat treating. For laminated glass, this results in a potential mismatch of up to 1/8" between glass plies.Type
Description
Glass Thickness
Recommended Application
Graphic
Appearance
Seamed
The simplest type of edgework, the sharp edges from 'as cut' glass are removed.
1/8" to 3/4"
Concealed Edges
Seamed Finish As Cut
Flat Belt Ground and Seamed
The sharp edges and flares from 'as cut' glass are removed.
1/8" to 3/4"
Structurally Glazed
Seamed Finish Belt Ground
Flat Ground with Arris
A flat machined edge with arrised edges and a satin finish. The arris width is 3/32" ±1/32".
1/8" to 3/4"
Exposed Edges or Butt Joint Edges with silicone seal
Ground Finish
Flat Polish with Arris
A flat machined edge with arrised edges and a polished finish. The arris width is 3/32" ±1/32".
1/8" to 3/4"
Exposed Edges
Polished Finish
Mitered*
A flat machined edge 1° to 45° from the cut edge. The thickness of glass remaining at the edge is 1/16" nominal with a tolerance of -1/64", +1/32".
3/16" to 3/4"
Exposed Edges (polished)
Butt Joint Edges with silicone seal (ground)
Polished or Ground Finish