Ultimate Glass & Window Protection On Construction Sites: Save Time, Money & Enhance Site Safety

Among the many surfaces on your jobsite, glass and windows are some of the most delicate. The slightest bump can cause nicks and chips, thus undermining the integrity of the glasswork on your construction site. Not only does this cause wasted time in remedying otherwise unnecessary repairs and replacements, but it also results in increased costs and an unprofessional appearance to site visitors.

Luckily for you, we’re here with the ultimate guide to glass and window protection for construction sites. From low impact to high traffic solutions, we’ve got you covered.

Why Is Glass Protection Important On The Jobsite?

Again, glass and windows are among the most vulnerable surfaces on your site. Heavy machinery, debris, and sometimes just a simple paint spill or the hustle and bustle of a jobsite can lead to damaged glasswork. Such simple mistakes often result in scuffs, scratches, or even complete breakage of the delicate surfaces. Therefore, it is vital to utilize the correct temporary protection solutions to ensure such damage does not occur.

We’re here to help you save time, save money, and look good. Using glass protection ensures that you are not wasting time with unnecessary repairs and cleaning costs and are not wasting money on additional work hours and replacements. Additionally, the utilization of glass protection ensures that you present a clean, professional jobsite to visitors and have flawless surfaces at the end of the project.

What Protection Should I Use?

In the range of surface protection available, it can be difficult to know what to use and when, which is why we’ve created a roundup of our top glass protection products.

Keep reading to see our top suggestions for both low impact and high impact solutions.

Low Impact

For projects where you need to protect glass and windows from lighter damage such as minor scuffs, paint, and drywall mud, you don’t always require the heaviest protection.

Armour Premium Glass Film

Available in both 90- and 365-day durations, Armour Premium Glass Film is a highly durable film that protects glass from dust, scratches, drywall mud, paint, and more. Thanks to its translucent composition, it allows light to filter through while simultaneously providing high quality protection.

Armour Multi-Use Protection Tape

Ideal for window frames and mullions, the Armour Multi-Use Protection Tape is a great solution for cost-effective protection from damages such as scuffs, scratches, and dust on any hard surface. It is a thick and durable film that removes cleanly without leaving residue.

Bulldog Board Paper

Bulldog Board Paper is a durable, low-cost paper protection product that makes for excellent protection against light debris such as dust and paint overspill. Ideal for projects with short timelines, it is lightweight and easy to install for maximum convenience.

High Impact

Armour Protection Board - Translucent in use

While the above options are excellent for glass protection, some projects featuring heavy machinery, more site traffic, and greater risks for damage require higher impact products.

Armour Protection Board – Translucent

Made of 4mm thick fluted plastic sheeting, Armour Protection Board – Translucent is lightweight and flexible for easy installation while still providing high impact resistance. In addition, like the Armour Premium Glass Film, its translucent composition is ideal for letting light through while providing high-impact protection.

Armour Protection Board – Green HD

Translucent Armour Protection Board not cutting it for impact resistance? Try our Armour Protection Board – Green HD, which is a high density, 5mm thick plastic sheet with a strong honeycomb-like core. Perfect for handling extreme impact, it also features a fleece backing that an adds extra layer of security against scuffs and scratches.

Armour Pro-Tack Felt

With its self-adhesive backing, the Armour Pro-Tack felt is ideal for protecting vertical surfaces such as glass, especially on interior surfaces. The Pro-Tack’s adhesive provides 90-day clean removal while its absorbent top layer soaks up any moisture and bottom layer offers complete spill protection for additional protection.

Armour Foam Edge Protectors

With a total of 3 different sizes, the Armour Foam Edge Protector line is ideal for providing high-impact protection for window frames, mullions, and glass edges. The Armour Foam Edge Protector – O Profile features a 1.5 inch interior diameter, while the Armour Foam Edge Protector – U Profile comes in both 3 inch and 4.5 inch so you can find the perfect size for your project.

Conclusion

Protecting glass and windows on construction sites is essential to avoid costly repairs, ensure a professional appearance, and maintain the integrity of your project. With a range of protection options available, you can select the right solutions based on the level of impact and type of risk present on your jobsite. From low-impact products like Armour Premium Glass Film and Bulldog Board Paper to high-impact solutions such as Armour Protection Boards and Armour Pro-Tack Felt, there are versatile and cost-effective ways to safeguard your glass surfaces. By investing in the right protection, you not only save time and money but also deliver a polished, professional outcome at the end of your project.

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