Our team of fully qualified tradesmen operate all throughout Australian metropolitan and suburban areas. *Please note some areas may incur a travel cost.
Below is a breakdown of the common dog door and cat door flaps we stock and recommend. Although there are loads of different dog door flaps on the market we stick to what has a track record of success and the best features. Brand: Pet-Tek Small Size: G-SDDSLC GLASS FITTING SLIM LINE PET DOOR CLEAR
I’ve written a general 101 guide which has some basic info about glass sliding doors, click here For a more in-depth break down of the process, please read on… When measuring, we focus on the following specifics Installation When installation day comes around, remember we’ve done hundreds of sliding door repairs. Installing a dog door
All of our dog doors are installed into toughened glass. Toughened glass requires a certain amount of room on either side of the hole. For a more in-depth understanding about toughened glass please read here Toughened Glass for Dog Doors Small Dog Doors: Hole size is 267mm, with a minimum window size requirement being width
Understanding Toughened Glass 1. Composition and Toughening Process: Stress Distribution in Toughened Glass 2. Stress Concentration: Practical Considerations 3. Distance from Edge: 4. Kiln Process: Why Does Breakage Occur? 5. Breakage Mechanisms: Summary In summary, the clearance requirement for toughened glass when processing features like holes is crucial for maintaining its strength and integrity. It
The most common timber frame glass doors we install dog doors into are hinged. These mostly always have timber beads around to hold the glass in. I can safely say the most important part to mention when installing dog doors into timber frameglass doors is you will notice some minor scuffing. Being timber and being
Precision is paramount when it comes to measuring glass. This step is critical because once the hole is cut, there’s no going back. Toughened glass cannot be altered or cut once it’s set. When measuring, we focus on the following specifics: Once measurements are finalized, we proceed with ordering the glass, typically taking 4-5 days.
Why we don’t cut holes in existing glass If your window or glass door is currently float glass we could technically cut a hole in your existing glass. Reasons this is not possible is if it was a door, then that would not be to code (AS 1288:2021 glass in buildings). And even if it
I found most people don’t know that a glazier has been installing Dog Doors and Cat Doors in glass well before any “Pet Door” specific companies existed. Back in the day when I started my Apprenticeship, it was just Transcat, and it was just glaziers installing them into the glass, at least that I know
When considering installing a pet door in a glass panel or door, many homeowners might ponder the feasibility of simply cutting a hole in the existing glass. However, this approach is generally not feasible, primarily due to the nature of the glass used in most doors and panels. The Challenge with Toughened Glass A significant
With years of experience and a team of fully qualified glaziers, we bring unparalleled expertise to your doorstep. Our knowledge extends beyond dog doors to encompass all aspects of glass and glazing,
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