2012-01-08

Glass Flooring

By FAF Staff Writer, (242 words) Posted in General Flooring Information on August 19, 2010
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Glass flooring has been used mostly in buildings and towers with observation decks. Clear, toughened glass provides a dramatic effect when installed high above the ground so visitors can see clear through to the earth below. Some of the best examples of dramatic glass floors are at The Grand Canyon Skywalk which is 4000 feet about the ground and The Sears Tower observatory deck at 1353 feet above the ground. Both attractions provide visitors with an amazing view through glass flooring.

More tradition types of glass flooring are found in glass tiles, which are available for commercial and residential use. They come in a variety of shapes, size and colors. While they look attractive and colorful, there do have some drawbacks. Glass tiles can be more expensive, they can scratch and are slippery when wet. However they are known to last a very long time and be impervious to water and dirt. A slip resistant sealant is recommended. While a glass floor is easy to maintain, it requires more than average maintenance because hand and foot prints show up easily. Since the tiles are delicate, glass tile installation is best left to an expert. Glass floors are ideal in bathrooms, kitchens and pool areas. A significant advantage to glass tile is that it's bacteria and allergen resistant.

Here is a great example of how a glass floor can greatly improve the viewing experience.

image: blog cloud comment Kristan posted on: August 26, 2010

I love the idea of using glass floors in observation decks or other attractions, however I'm having difficulty imagining it in a residential application. Glass tile on backsplashes is easy for me to grasp, but I'm having a hard time picturing it on a floor. I would also assume they are very slippery and shouldn't be used in areas that are often wet. Do you have any pictures of a glass floor in a house?

helencoleman posted on: January 19, 2011

I agree with you by using glass flooring.But for some it is not easy because they are afraid of what ever will be happen if they are walking in a glass floor at the 10th building imagine?

the fordham company posted on: September 26, 2011

Glass flooring is a stunning addition to any decor and look stylish yet simple.

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Geek posted on: September 29, 2011

Just amazing!
So, by pointing to the exact point to Glass flooring store, you've revealed the strong part of a home improvement. This sort of make over or designing is necessary to make the house more attractive. For that purpose, your point of views are praise worthy.

Laam posted on: October 28, 2011


For improving a home a lots of things are involved like kitchen remodeling,Bathroom remodeling, choosing best floor or whether it'll be of Wood or tile's and so on. For these purpose,here a lots of stuff to get the right direction to choose the best option. And I more liked the step by step approach for every details.

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Commission portraits posted on: December 20, 2011

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