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One-Way Glass Providers in Raleigh

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One-way glass, also known as a one-way mirror, is an excellent glass solution for businesses and offices where privacy and security are needed. While it is most commonly known for its use in police departments, one-way glass is widely used in commercial settings for exterior windows, decoration, and interior office privacy. At Glass Solutions, we work with Raleigh businesses and offices to provide custom glass and window services, and are seeing an increase in the demand for privacy glass.

How Does One-Way Glass Work?

Rather than being completely clear and transparent on both sides, allowing people on either side of the glass to see through, one-way glass is highly reflective on one side. One side of the glass has a thin, metal coating, often aluminum, creating a half-silvered effect.

While light passes through equally, when one side of the glass is more brightly lit than the other side, the glass is reflective to that side, rather than transparent, preventing someone from seeing through. On the dimmer side, the glass remains transparent, allowing anyone on that side of the glass to easily see to the other side.

For example, if your office window is made from one-way glass, the outside is bright enough, even on cloudy days, to create a reflective surface so passers-by, cars, and pedestrians can’t see into your office. Light is still able to pass through, preventing your office from being dark or feeling enclosed.

Benefits of One-Way Glass Installation

The main benefit of Raleigh one-way glass installation is security and privacy for your office or business. When passers-by can’t see inside, they don’t know if someone is in, they can’t scope out security, or see what is happening inside the business. By blocking views into your business, you’re deterring theft and break-ins.

Other Benefits of Reflective Glass

  • Attractive Appearance: Mirrored glass gives a crisp, modern look to your office or business.
  • Reduces Glare: While light still filters in through the window, the coating reduces visible light transmittance.
  • Visibility: Your staff can easily see outdoors, and the “open” windows make your office seem more spacious and lighter since you don’t have to rely on blinds to cut the glare or for privacy.
  • Energy Efficient: Just like how the half-silvered coating reduces light transmittance, it also cuts down on heat coming through the glass. During hot Raleigh summers, reflective glass helps keep your cooling costs down.

Glass Solutions Provides Customized One-Way Glass

At Glass Solutions, we work with Raleigh businesses, offices, and organizations to best meet their glass needs, and business owners know they can rely on us to use the best materials and send out skilled, efficient technicians to get the job done right. Whether we are installing new reflective glass or repairing cracked or broken glass, we are the Triangle’s leader for commercial glass installation and repair.

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