I am doing a project in which the client is particular about fire safety, as they have a collection of antique wood items. What options do I have as far as glass is concerned?
Fire-rated glass for exterior and interior applications is available, but the essential thing is to find out which are the critical areas that need fire-proofing and to what extent. Glass firewalls are available for applications where higher fire rating is required. These are panels that are tested to meet the same fire standards as a solid fire-rated wall. Regular glazing with fire resistance and thermal insulation is also available to meet a range of fire safety needs. However, it is more important to take care of the fixing and detailing, so that there is no way for the fire to spread. Read the entire article on the source link.