Custom Glass Installation FAQs

CFG Shower Doors & Closets designs, fabricates, and installs custom glass for homes and light commercial spaces across Southeast Florida. From glass tabletops and floating shelves to room partitions, backsplashes, and full glass walls, every piece is measured and cut for your exact space out of our Boca Raton showroom.

What kinds of custom glass does CFG make?

CFG fabricates a wide range of custom glass, including glass tabletops, floating and bracket-mounted shelves, room and shower partitions, kitchen and bath backsplashes, decorative glass walls, and protective glass covers for wood or stone furniture. If you can measure it, we can usually make glass to fit it. We handle both straightforward replacements and fully custom design work, so the starting point is a quick conversation about how you plan to use the piece.

What is the difference between tempered, annealed, and laminated glass?

Annealed glass is standard glass that has not been heat-treated, so it breaks into larger, sharper shards and is used where safety codes do not require anything stronger. Tempered glass is heated and rapidly cooled, which makes it roughly four times stronger and causes it to crumble into small, blunt pieces if it ever breaks, so it is the go-to for tabletops, shelves, partitions, and anything near people. Laminated glass sandwiches a plastic interlayer between two panes, so it holds together when cracked and adds sound and safety benefits, which makes it common for larger walls and light commercial jobs.

When do you recommend tempered glass over regular glass?

We recommend tempered glass any time the piece will see daily contact, weight, or foot traffic, and any place where local safety codes call for it. Tabletops, shelving that holds books or dishes, partitions, and glass near stairs or seating are all strong candidates. During your consultation we walk through how the piece will be used and match the glass type to it so you get the right balance of strength, safety, and clarity.

How does CFG measure and fabricate a custom glass piece?

Most custom projects start with a free in-home visit so we can take precise field measurements rather than relying on rough numbers. We confirm dimensions, thickness, edge style, and any cutouts or radius corners, then the glass is cut and finished to those specs before install. Careful measurement up front is what prevents gaps, poor fit, and costly recuts, so we treat that step as the most important part of the job.

What edge and polishing options are available?

Common edge finishes include a flat polished edge, a pencil-round edge, and a beveled edge, and the right choice depends on the look you want and how the glass will be handled. Polished edges are smooth and safe to the touch, which matters a lot on tabletops and open shelving. We will show you the options during your consultation and recommend an edge that fits both the design and the everyday use of the piece.

Does CFG handle both residential and light commercial glass projects?

Yes. We work in homes throughout Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Miami-Dade County, and we also take on light commercial work such as office partitions, retail shelving, and glass walls for small businesses. Residential and light commercial jobs share the same core process of careful measurement, quality glass, and clean installation. Let us know the setting and scope and we will scope the project accordingly.

How thick should my custom glass be?

Thickness depends on the application, the span, and how much weight or contact the glass will take. Shelves and tabletops often use thicker glass for rigidity and a substantial feel, while backsplashes can use thinner material since they are wall-mounted and supported. We spec the right thickness during the design stage based on your measurements and intended use, so you do not have to guess.

How long does a custom glass project take?

Lead time varies with the type of glass, the edge work, and whether the piece needs special cutting or finishing, so timelines are set once we finalize your specs. Simple pieces move faster than large or heavily customized panels. After your consultation we give you a realistic timeframe for fabrication and installation so you know what to expect before anything is cut.

What drives the cost of custom glass?

Price is driven by the type of glass you choose, the size and thickness of the piece, the edge work and polishing, any cutouts or special shapes, and the complexity of the installation. A small polished shelf is a very different job from a large tempered glass wall, so there is no single flat rate. The best way to get an accurate number is a free consultation and quote, where we measure the space and price the exact piece you need.

Ready to talk through your project? Explore our full range of glass and closet services, then request a free quote or contact CFG at 561.989.8373 to schedule a free in-home consultation.

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