Annealed Glass

Basic Clarity. Easy to Cut. Ideal for Non-Safety Applications.

Annealed glass is the most common, standard type of flat glass used in commercial buildings. It’s produced through a controlled cooling process that relieves internal stresses, making it stable and workable for a wide range of interior and low-impact applications. At Centennial Glass, we supply and cut annealed glass to size for commercial spaces across Ottawa—ideal for partitions, shelving, furniture inserts, and decorative glazing where safety glazing isn’t required.

Need a cost-effective glass solution for interior use?

Cost-Effective and Customizable

Annealed glass is versatile and budget-friendly—perfect for commercial projects that require transparency, simplicity, or secondary glazing components. We frequently use annealed panels in:

  • Interior windows and glass partitions
  • Framed cabinet doors or shelving
  • Furniture inlays and decorative features
  • Framed mirrors and lightboxes
  • Vision panels in protected areas

While annealed glass is not impact-resistant like tempered or laminated options, it remains a practical, customizable material for safe, interior environments.

Key Benefits

  • Standard Float Glass
  • Cost-Effective Option
  • Easily Cut and Shaped

Annealed glass is easy to work with cutting, drilling, and edge-finishing can be done before any additional treatment like tinting, coating, or lamination.

Custom Cutting, Edging & Integration

Centennial Glass offers in-house glass fabrication for annealed panels, including:

  • Straight cuts and shaped panels
  • Polished, beveled, or pencil edges
  • Cut-outs for hardware, hinges, or lighting
  • Silk-screening, acid etching, and frosting options
  • Custom sizing for frames, millwork, or retail displays

We also offer annealed mirrors, painted glass, and custom fabricated insert panels for interior doors, cabinetry, and shelving.

Want decorative or branded finishes on standard glass?

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Common Commercial Applications

Annealed glass is suitable for:

  • Interior glazing not subject to impact or human contact
  • Display cases, shelving, or showroom fixtures
  • Protected window openings in office or institutional settings
  • Framed or supported glass applications in furniture and décor
  • Retrofit panels in older buildings (where safety glazing isn’t mandated)

Note: For applications where safety or impact resistance is required, tempered or laminated glass is recommended instead.

Learn more: Tempered Glass · Laminated Glass · Insulated Glass

Why Choose Centennial Glass?

  • Over 55 years of glass fabrication experience in Ottawa
  • Fast turnaround on custom-cut and edged annealed panels
  • Ideal for designers, millworkers, and furniture makers
  • Budget-friendly glazing for interior applications
  • Clear guidance on where annealed glass is appropriate

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