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DRILLING HOLES IN GLASS

Holes in glass allow it to be fixed without a frame: on hinges, handles, point fittings or brackets. We drill round holes for glass door hinges, knobs and handles, and fixings for balustrades, shower enclosures, shelves and mirrors.

We determine the position and diameter of the holes based on the design or a dimensioned drawing. If the glass is to be tempered, we drill before tempering - a hole can no longer be made in a finished, tempered sheet.

BEFORE YOU ORDER

A hole cannot be too close to the edge or to another hole - otherwise the glass loses strength. The easiest way is to send a drawing with dimensions and the type of fittings. We will check whether the hole layout is safe for the chosen glass thickness and suggest a change if needed.

HOLES AND FURTHER PROCESSING

After drilling, the holes can be chamfered so they have no sharp edges, and the glass can then be tempered, laminated or painted. All this processing takes place at our plant, so the holes end up exactly where the design says.

Have questions?

Contact our advisor - they will answer your questions.

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A Kamar worker in a safety helmet next to a glass sheet in the production hall

Frequently asked questions

  1. Can you drill a hole in glass I already have?

    Only if the glass is not tempered. A tempered sheet cannot be drilled - it will shatter. If you are not sure whether the glass is tempered, describe it or send a photo - we will advise you.

  2. What information should I provide when ordering?

    The size of the glass, its type and thickness, and a drawing with the position and diameter of each hole. For fittings - ideally also the name or data sheet of the fitting, so we can match the holes to its dimensions.

  3. Can a hole be close to the edge?

    The minimum distance from the edge depends on the glass thickness and the type of processing. We will check it for your project before production.