Adelaide Glass Blocks supplies and

installs glass blocks throughout South Australia for

commercial applications and provides practical
and innovative solutions for home building and
renovation projects.
Glass blocks have been around for a long time.
The first glass blocks were handmade solid blocks
used to draw light into cellars. Today, the glass
block plays a leading role not only in conventional
construction, but also in interior design. Available
in an extensive range of colours, patterns and
sizes, glass blocks present flexible and innovative
options to create stunning interiors and decorative
elements to external architecture. And, because of
their unique insulation and light dispersing qualities,
they are the first choice for comfortable, energy
efficient living. The functionality and aesthetics
of glass blocks makes it a most versatile building
material with almost unlimited applications!
Features and Benefts:
...your cost-effective renovation solution
extensive range of colours, patterns & sizes
heat and glare control
sound insulation properties
increases, refects and diffuses light
security against break-ins
fre-rated for boundary walls
provides privacy
easily installed and maintained
creates aesthetically pleasing screen walls
interior and exterior applications
Energy effciency
The classic glass block has thermal insulation values superior to double
glazing and equal to double brick walls. A complete panel including
glass blocks, aluminium frame and silicone, exceeds the Building Code
of Australias requirement for the 6 star energy rating essential for new
residential buildings.
The energy saving block has a sheet of floating glass inserted between
the two halves, creating two chambers which are filled with argon gas.
This energy saving block further reduces thermal transmission by 50%.
Thermal insulation goes hand in hand with energy conservation and
ecological awareness.
The glass blocks are produced using a low-impact process where the
excess remains of one production cycle are used in the next. The glass
block is also entirely recyclable at the end of its life cycle.
Sound insulation
A partial vacuum is created within glass blocks during the manufacturing
process. This internal air space, together with their mass, guarantee
that glass blocks offer a high level of sound insulation, superior even to
that of brick walls of identical thickness. Acoustic insulation properties of
glass blocks provide a noise reduction of between 40 and 50 decibels,
depending on the size of the block.
Light transmission
Glass walls offer a high degree of light transmission; up to 79% of the
available light. This is equivalent to normal double-glazed insulating panes.
Various effects can be achieved using different patterns and surface
finishes, and the atmosphere of a room can be altered dramatically using
coloured blocks.
Transparency
Transparency is one of the most important features of glass blocks. Virtually
any degree of transparency or obscurity is possible with the use of clear,
patterned or coloured blocks. From glass blocks which provide a clear
view, to decorative blocks that break up images and refract light, as well
as blocks with a satin finish on one or both sides which allow a soft light
through, creating a discreet screen.
Security
Because of their robust character, glass blocks are a deterrent to
burglary. With the addition of reinforcing steel in the joints, glass block
panels offer a further level of protection against intrusion. Bullet-proof
glass blocks may be used where a high level of security is required. In
ballistic tests using a standard configuration of glass blocks, these blocks
did not shatter when they were impacted directly by bullets shot from a
.44 Magnum, ensuring they meet the highest security standards.
Fire resistance
The Building Code of Australia requires external walls less than 900mm
from the boundary to be fire-rated for 60 minutes. Glass blocks satisfy
this requirement. A glass block panel installed in a wall or floor is able
to prevent the spread of fire and smoke for a period of sixty minutes or
longer, depending on the block used.
Safety
Glass blocks have a high level of resistance to human impact, making
them a safe alternative to glass.
Additional technical information on these performance features is
available from www.adelaideglassblocks.com.au
Glass blocks have evolved into an attractive, versatile building material for use in the home,
apartments and commercial buildings. There are many internal and external uses for glass blocks.
They are the ideal alternative to glass and bricks, bringing light into dark corners, increasing
privacy and security or creating an enclosed space with a beautiful feature wall. They are suitable
for bathrooms, kitchens, stairwells, outdoor privacy screens... in fact, anywhere around the home!
In commercial buildings they may be used for soundproofing, privacy screens, security, and
partition walls as well as to add interest to
exterior facades. They are used in boundary
walls to satisfy Australian Standards for
fireproofing whilst allowing
light to enter.
130 Sturt Street Adelaide SA 5000
T: (08) 8231 4100 F: (08) 8231 4177
Email: info@adelaideglassblocks.com.au
www.adelaideglassblocks.com.au
Block Sizes and Finishes
190x190x80mm 190x90x80mm 190x94x80mm 240x240x80mm 240x115x80mm 300x300x100mm
Available in clear, full satin or half satin finishes.
Coloured blocks available in the Wave pattern and Clearview in 190x190mm and 190x94mm sizes.
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Specialty Blocks
A number of blocks are available for special purposes. Linear and curved terminal blocks, used for shower screens
and internal partitions. The 300x300mm Doric has a three-dimensional motif applied to the surface of the block.
Internal and external floor pavers are suitable for foot and vehicle traffic.
240mm x
115mm
Doric Floor Paver Curved terminal Linear terminal
Installation
Supplied and installed by our experienced tradespeople or DIY with Ezylay installation kits.
Our extensive range of glass blocks includes more than sixty different combinations of colours, shapes,
patterns and shadings. Featured below is a selection of our glass blocks:
Light Directing
Blue Turquoise Yellow Orange Red Lilac Aquamarina Turquoise Nordica Pink
Brilly Collection Pegasus Collection
Trapezoidal