Making sure your windshield and auto glass offer the protection you need can help you to stay safer on the road. Laminated glass offers some important advantages over tempered glass installations for your vehicle in Tampa, FL.
Peace and Quiet Inside Your Vehicle
Laminated glass can shut out most of the noise produced by tires and other vehicles on Florida’s many streets and highways. This can increase your comfort and that of your passengers. Laminated glass windshields can make your trips more enjoyable for you and others in your car or truck if you like to listen to music or engage in conversation while traveling.
Better Protection From the Sun’s Rays
Laminated windshield glass offers 99-percent protection against ultraviolet (UV) rays. A tempered glass car window replacement or installation can block only 60 to 70 percent of the sun’s rays. Coatings and other treatments may increase the UV protection of tempered glass. However, the increased protection against the sun’s UV radiation makes laminated auto glass a safer choice for many drivers.
A Safer Ride for You and Your Passengers
Safety glass includes both laminated and tempered glass and is stronger than regular glass installations. Tempered glass is typically used for car windows and rear auto glass replacements and is designed to shatter into very small pieces of glass that are less likely to injure passengers and drivers.
By contrast, Laminated windshield glass consists of multiple layers of glass and adhesive that will weather minor to moderate impacts without severe damage. The layered properties of this kind of glass make it possible to repair windshields rather than simply replacing them. Motorists with comprehensive auto insurance coverage are not required to pay a deductible for the repair or replacement of damaged auto glass under Florida law.
Are you looking for a car window replacement, a repair for your windshield, or a brand-new windshield? If so, the friendly and experienced technicians at Mr. Auto Glass can provide the best solutions for you. We are here to help you stay safe on the road now and for many years to come.