Are Storm Windows Tempered

Storm windows and doors are typically made of polycarbonate plastic or laminated tempered glass to provide great impact resistance during storms.

What kind of glass is in a storm window?

Storm windows can be made from many types of glass. 3/16″ standard glass is the most common, but they can be made with tempered glass, tinted glass, laminated glass, Low-E glass and plexiglass (which is not glass at all). As you can see storm windows are very flexible.

Is Hurricane glass tempered glass?

The idea for shatter resistant glass for homes comes from modern windshields used in cars and aircraft using tempered laminated glass. Tempered glass, which is also known as safety glass, is heat treated for added strength.