Glass Dog Doors Sydney

Toughened Glass: The Safe & Strong Choice

Opting for a toughened glass dog door comes with a multitude of benefits:

• Significantly stronger, offering up to five times the strength of laminated or float glass, making it ideal for larger breeds.
• Capable of withstanding higher temperatures of up to 250 degrees, satisfying certain council fire safety requirements.
• Crumbles into small pieces upon breaking, reducing injury risks.
• Maintains the same visual appeal as other glass types.
• Better withstands flex and impact from pets, beneficial for larger breeds.

Toughened glass offers unparalleled safety and durability for your pet door installation. However, it’s important to be aware of some considerations:

• Higher cost compared to laminated glass, affecting overall expense.
• Cannot be modified after tempering, limiting future adjustments for pet size changes.
• Potentially messier cleanup if broken.
• Restrictions on hole cutout proximity to the glass edge, affecting certain pet and door sizes.
• Longer turnaround time due to the need for precise measurement, fabrication, and installation.

Identifying Toughened Glass

Identifying toughened glass might seem daunting, but each panel typically carries a tiny label or stamp at the bottom corners, detailing the manufacturer name, AS/NZ 2208 safety standard, and glass thickness. 

Unlike toughened glass, laminated panels are not stamped but may have labels indicating specifics like “Laminated Safety Glass 6.38mm.” Our technicians employ special laser tools for swift, onsite glass identification, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Australian standards.

Laminated Glass: Cost-Effective & Convenient

For those seeking a more budget-friendly option without sacrificing quality, our laminated glass dog doors offer:

• More cost-effective for existing installations, with faster and cleaner installation processes.
• Remains intact even when cracked, thanks to the adhesive interlayer, ensuring continued functionality and safety.
• Offers the best security, resisting breakage from blunt force, ideal for deterring unauthorised entry.
• Flexible cutting options allow for installation in tight spaces or low to the ground, accommodating various pet sizes and door locations.
• Superior UV protection and noise reduction capabilities.

Laminated glass is a cost-effective option that provides added security and insulation benefits. However, there are some limitations to consider:

• While it is secure, the outer layer of laminated glass is more prone to cracking under severe impact, making it less suitable for larger pets.
• Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can sometimes cause laminated glass to warp or crack, particularly in very hot climates.
• Laminated glass is best suited for small to medium-sized pets due to the limitations in the glass’s ability to withstand the force of larger animals.

As specialists in installing glass dog doors throughout Sydney, we’re able to cut all thicknesses of laminated glass, with prices varying on the thickness of glass that you choose. We’re able to cut:

• • 6.38mm
  • 6.50mm
  • 8.38mm
  • 8.50mm
  • 10.38mm
  • 10.50mm
  • 12.38mm
  • 12.50mm