GLASS PARTITION WALLS
MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES 3
GROUP 1 - AISHWARYA, KARINA, RABIYA, SATHVIK, SRUTI, TUSHAR
INDEX
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INTRODUCTION
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WHAT IS A GLASS PARTITION WALL?
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ADVANTAGES OF GLASS PARTITION
WALLS
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DIFFERENT TYPES OF GLASS
PARTITIONS
DIFFERENT TYPES OF GLASS USED
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FIXTURE DETAILING
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TYPES OF GLASS PARTITIONS USED
WHAT ARE PARTITIONS?
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Something that divides a room, office, etc. into two or more parts, especially a thin or temporary wall
These walls come in different forms and materials that suit different décor ideas.
ADVANTAGES OF PARTITIONS
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Proper partitioning offers privacy
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A partition helps divide large spaces into sections, increasing the functionality of your home space.
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They do not consume space
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Partition walls are remarkably easy to install.
TYPES OF
PARTITIONS
Among the lot of options on the market, here are the most common:
Brick Partitions Walls
Wooden partition walls
Glass partition
Drywall partition
Concrete partions
WHAT ARE GLASS PARTITION WALLS ?
Glass partitions or (glass partition walls) are
high-quality, non load-bearing panes of glass that
function as room dividers.
Partition wall systems are typically full glass (ceiling
to floor) partitions.
Aluminum frames or other mounting hardware hold
these systems in place.
Advantages of glass partition walls
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Cost effective
Ease in construction
Flexible in terms of modification
Divides area without reducing space
Allows natural light
Visual continuity
Improved circadian rhythm
IN OFFICES
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Improved acoustics
Low cost remodility
Improved sight
Flexibility
Allows natural light
Divides area without reducing space
Simple advertising platform
DIFFERENT TYPES OF GLASS PARTITION
BASED ON SIZE
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Small Glass Partition Wall: Glass
Panels
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Medium Glass Partition Wall:
Room Dividers
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Large Glass Partition Wall: Glass
Glass Panels
Room Dividers
Wall Systems
Glass Wall Systems
Small Glass Partition Wall: Glass Panels
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For small partition wall, we use glass panels.
An individual glass panel can function as a
partition walltoilet privacy screens,
panels that separate office workspaces
a distinct dining space within a kitchen
3. Glass panels can usually be framed or frameless,
and the glass itself is in assorted styles such as:
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Clear and ultra clear
Frosted and patterned
Back painted
Medium Glass Partition Wall: Room Dividers
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Mid-sized glass partition wall configurations are
known as room dividers.
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They are ideal for accent walls, transparent walls,
and some office cubicles.
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They consist of multiple adjoining glass panels, a
wide sheet of unframed glass, or a glass door
accompanied by one or more fixed panels.
Large Glass Partition Wall: Glass Wall Systems
These are used for constructing “all glass” rooms, setting up numerous office
cubicles while maintaining a bright and open workplace.
Glass wall systems are highly customizable with regard to:
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Appearance of the glass
Type of glass
Frameless or framed construction
Configuration of the various panels and doors
Number of doors
Frameless or framed door panels
Swinging or sliding door motion
DIFFERENT TYPES OF GLASS PARTITION
BASED ON APPEARANCE
Digital printed glass partition
Frosted glass partition
Color laminated glass partition
Insulated glass partition
Ceramic frit glass partition
PDLC glass partition wall
Curved glass partition wall
TYPES OF GLASS
Toughened glass is glass that has
undergone processes of controlled
thermal treatment to increase its strength.
Laminated glass is constructed of two
plies of glass which are bonded
together with interlayers to form a
permanent bond.
₹325/square feet
₹200/square meter
Fibreglass
is a lightweight
material that is used in a
number of applications and
industries.
Reflective glass is a type of
standard glass that has a thin
layer of metallic or metallic oxide
coating.
₹235/square meter
₹100/square feet
WHAT ARE THE GLASS THICKNESS AVAILABLE IN MARKET?
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6mm
8mm
10mm
12mm
15mm
19mm
INSTALLATION OF GLASS PARTITION WALLS:
There are two types of glass partition depending on
how they are installed:
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Framed glass partitions
Unframed glass partitions
What is a framed glass partition?
Framed glass partitions are mostly used for separating workspaces these
promote openness and connectivity.The frame provides more rigidity to the
system.
For making a framed glass partition
1. Tempered glass
2. Float glass are used commonly.
There are Two types of materials that are most commonly used for making
framed glass partitions.
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Aluminium
uPVC
There are some other materials that can be used for framed glass partitions
like: melamine, MDF, veneer, PVC or acrylic boards
ALUMINIUM FRAMED GLASS PARTITION:
Aluminum is typically the preferred building material for
holding framed glass partitions in place and mostly used
type. This light-weight material lends sufficient rigidity
and prevents against corrosion.
uPVC FRAMED GLASS PARTITION:
UPVC, also known as Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride, is
a low-maintenance and low-cost building material used as
a substitute for painted wood, mostly for framing works.
Installation:
What is a frameless glass partition?
Frameless partitions are trending now in interior
works, As the name suggests these are glass panels
without frame, for making these frameless glass
panels Toughened glass and Laminated glass are
used.
Frameless glass reduces the need for additional
lighting.
Installation:
Types of fixtures used:
Gasket
Screws
Floor fasteners
T- brackets
Corner clamps
Screws
Railing
Double side
adhesive tape
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