Reglazing a Commercial Door Window

Russco’s Glazing Restores Entryway with Professional Door Reglazing in Mackay City Centre

When a business operates in a bustling location like the Mackay City Centre, maintaining a clean, professional appearance is essential, not just for aesthetics but also for safety and functionality. At Russco’s Glazing, we specialise in providing fast, reliable glazing services for both residential and commercial clients across the Mackay region. One recent project saw us called upon to reglaze a damaged door panel at a local business in the heart of the city.

The task involved replacing a large panel of broken glass in the client’s front door. Measuring 1000mm wide by 900mm high, the panel was reglazed using 6.38mm thick laminated safety glass, a robust solution that offers both durability and peace of mind. This job was completed efficiently to minimise disruption to the business and ensure the premises were secure and operational as quickly as possible.

The Issue: Damaged Door Panel in a High-Traffic Area

The business owner contacted Russco’s Glazing after their door panel was damaged, an unfortunate but common occurrence for shopfronts and commercial entryways, especially in high-foot-traffic areas like Mackay City Centre. Whether due to accidental impact, vandalism, or wear and tear, damaged glass in an entry door poses a serious safety risk and can leave a business exposed to the elements and potential break-ins.

Understanding the urgency, our team responded quickly to assess the damage and plan for immediate reglazing. In commercial areas, time is money, and we prioritise efficient turnarounds for our business clients to minimise downtime.

Step 1: On-Site Assessment and Measurement

Upon arrival, our glaziers performed a full inspection of the door. The panel in question was a fixed glass insert within the main entry door, measuring 1000mm x 900mm. The glass had cracked extensively and needed full replacement.

While the original measurements were taken over the phone for quoting purposes, our team confirmed all dimensions on-site to ensure accuracy. For safety and compliance reasons, especially in commercial settings, laminated safety glass was chosen for the replacement.

Step 2: Selecting the Right Glass – 6.38mm Laminated Safety Glass

For commercial doors and shopfronts, laminated glass is the gold standard. 6.38mm laminated glass is made from two sheets of glass bonded together by a tough, clear interlayer. This means that if the glass is broken, it stays in place rather than shattering into dangerous shards.

This type of glazing not only enhances safety but also offers improved security, as it’s more resistant to impact and harder to breach than standard float glass. In high-visibility locations like the Mackay City Centre, laminated glass also provides sound insulation benefits, reducing the intrusion of street noise into the business.

Step 3: Safe Removal of the Damaged Glass

Before the new glass could be installed, our team carefully removed the existing broken panel. Safety is paramount when dealing with broken glass, so the area was secured and any remaining fragments were removed by hand and with specialist tools to ensure a clean, hazard-free working environment.

We then inspected the frame for any damage and cleaned out any debris, silicone, or glass fragments to prepare for reglazing. The frame was in good condition, so no additional repairs were necessary.

Step 4: Installation of the New Glass Panel

With the area prepared, we installed the new 1000mm x 900mm panel of 6.38mm laminated glass. The glass was carefully positioned into the frame, with appropriate spacers and setting blocks used to ensure it was centred and level.

Next, a high-grade commercial glazing silicone was applied around all edges to securely bond the glass to the frame and provide a weather-tight seal. This silicone also adds structural integrity, ensuring the glass remains secure under daily use and external pressure.

The glass was cleaned and polished, and the surrounding area was tidied, leaving the business with a fully restored door panel that looked as good as new.

A Seamless, Professional Finish

The final result was a clean, strong, and secure door panel that restored both the safety and presentation of the business entrance. With a sleek laminated glass finish, the new panel offered not just function but also enhanced the appearance of the shopfront, an important detail in a busy commercial area like Mackay’s city centre.

Reliable Commercial Reglazing from Russco’s Glazing

At Russco’s Glazing, we understand the unique demands of commercial glazing work. Whether it’s a broken door panel, cracked shopfront window, or full-scale glass replacement, we provide prompt, professional service with high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship.

If your business in Mackay needs emergency glazing, repairs, or upgrades, get in touch with Russco’s Glazing, trusted by local businesses for fast, effective glazing solutions that last.