Hinged Glass Door Styles, Types and Prices

Why use Frameless Hinged Glass Doors?

Frameless hinged glass doors for the home have evolved from being simply commercial to being a viable and cost-effective way to bring light from one room to another. Rather than bulky frames, which are traditional in particular in older houses, it is now simple to replace these doors with a fresh, contemporary look, with the option of custom designs and an increasing range of fitting finishes, including the on-trend satin brass finish.

What are the considerations for Hinged Glass Doors?

Hinged glass doors are primarily split into two types: a residential wall-mounted option and a more commercial, heavy-duty option. This relies on pivot hinges fitted at the top and bottom of the glass door; many contain hydraulics in the bottom hinge and are adjustable with closing speed and resistance being controlled by a simple adjustment in the hinge. If you have under-floor heating or prefer a side mount, the Project range of hinges in standard and premium finishes will allow up to a 1000mm and 50 kg door to be fitted.

Technical glass details for Hinged Glass Doors

Don’t be tempted to buy a cheaper off-the-shelf option which may have been imported; many do not reach the stringent BS and EN regulations that a custom-sized UK-manufactured glass door will meet. Insist that your glass is made in the UK and has a kitemark or safety mark on the glass, this is often on the edge of the glass so do look carefully. Toughened glass starts with an annealed glass, which is cut to size and cut out for the hinges and handle. It is then passed through a horizontal furnace and heated to 620 to 650 degrees, which is just past its softening point. It is then passed through to a quench section where high-pressure jets blast cold air onto the surface of the glass. The glass is then in a permanent stress state. If the glass breaks, it breaks into small, safe fragments rather than large pieces.

How much do Hinged Glass Doors cost?

Hinged glass doors are an investment, one that will serve you well during their lifetime. Expect to pay around £500 – £800 for a single hinged glass door and around £900 – £1500 for a set of double glass doors. That price should get you a full system which has been cut to fit your opening and subsequently has minimal gaps around the glass doors. Installation should only be 1/2 day labour and you should budget around £300 depending on your location. Other options include locks around £100 extra and the heavy-duty hydraulic doors, which add another 20-30% of the overall cost. Adding an etched design to the doors will increase the cost by around £300 – £1200, depending on the complexity of the design.

What styles of Hinged Glass Doors are there?

This is the best thing about choosing a glass design company to design your hinged glass doors. Clear glass appears invisible and gives the maximum light transmission between rooms, but you don’t have to stop there. Why not make a real feature of the glass doors and use them as a showstopping addition to the room?

• Tinted glass in bronze or grey finish
• Obscure sandblasted or satin glass
• Reeded glass
• Clear glass with an etched design
• Obscure sandblasted glass with a clear design
• Privacy, ideal for bathrooms and WC where the glass is etched all over, with an obscure design etched.

FAQ about Hinged Glass Doors

• What handle options are there?
• What finishes are available?
• What glass thickness is used?
• Wall mount or Pivot hinge?

Handle options tend to be either a double-sided knob or handle; these are available in a choice of contemporary or traditional styles in a round or square style. Some clients choose to have a polished hole in the glass doors.

Finishes for glass doors are increasing all the time; the traditional chrome and brushed stainless finishes are now accompanied by brushed gunmetal, rose gold, and brushed copper. Always obtain a sample before placing an order.

Glass is either 8mm, 10mm or 12mm depending on the application, 10mm is an option that works for most applications.

Wall mount are suitable for most residential applications where the pivot style tend to work for commercial or larger door up to 1200mm

What are Etched Hinged Glass Doors?

Hinged glass doors are no longer limited to clear glass; in fact, the only limitation is your imagination. There is a range of standard designs available in the bespoke catalogue, but why not have your own design interpreted onto an etched hinged glass door? Company logos, or intricate designs, are possible, and Go Glass have over 45 years of experience and a back catalogue that covers most requests.

Are Hinged Glass Doors Safe?

Absolutely,as long as you use UK-manufactured toughened glass with a visible kite mark or safety mark, you can be confident that the door has been tested and is perfectly safe. The glass used is the same as that in many larger glass doors in a shopping centre, or even glass flooring and is 6-7 times stronger than the glass in your windows. It also has a highly polished edge to the glass.

What’s different for a commercial hinged glass door?

There are additional considerations if using a hinged glass door in a public or commercial building. Pivot hinges are normally used for this application due to the increased weight, but the adjustability is also considered. Other DDA regulations should also be reviewed to ensure the choice of handle to ensure that anyone using the door does not find it difficult to open or close. Manifestation is also something that should be looked at with many options, as shown below. There are regulations, including the Building Regulation document K, which show exactly where this manifestation should appear, but a good glass design company will always advise on this.

How long does it take to make a Hinged Glass Door?

Hinged glass doors are cut to fit the opening size; a frame or liner is not required, as long as the fixing into the substrate is good enough to hold a 40 kg door. All these things should be checked by the glass designer when you place your order. From there, a delivery period of around 2-3 weeks is normal. If you are forced to wait 8-10 weeks, this product is normally imported rather than made in the UK, and so do check this as it is an important factor in considering who to use for your hinged glass doors.