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When it comes to specifying glass for buildings in the UK, reliability, performance, and compliance with British and European Standards are essential. Pilkington UK, a leader in glass innovation, provides a wide range of high-performance glass solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Use this UK glass specification guide to ensure your next project meets performance and compliance requirements.

1. Understand the Project Requirements

Before choosing a glass product, identify the key performance criteria for your project:

• Thermal insulation – Pilkington K Glass™, Pilkington Optitherm™ S1 Plus
• Solar control – Pilkington Suncool™
• Acoustic performance – Pilkington Optiphon™
• Safety and security – Pilkington Toughened Glass, Pilkington Optilam™
• Embodied carbon – Pilkington Mirai™
• Fire resistance – Pilkington Pyroclear®, Pilkington Pyrodur®, Pilkington Pyrostop® 
• Mechanical Strength

Selecting the right glass ensures energy efficiency, comfort, and compliance.

2. Use Pilkington’s Online Glass Specification Tools

Save time and improve accuracy with Pilkington UK’s free specification tools:

• Pilkington Spectrum – Calculate glass performance quickly and easily.
• Pilkington Spec-it! – Match products to target performance.
• Pilkington Specifire – Identify fire-resistant glass by Integrity and Insulation classifications.
• Pilkington Sound Simulator – Demonstrate the benefits of acoustic glass like Pilkington Optiphon™.

These tools are available 24/7 to help trade professionals specify glass quickly and confidently.

3. Prioritise Compliance with UK Building Regulations

Glass must meet UK Building Regulations and British / European Standards.

Pilkington UK glass products are CE-marked, manufactured to British / European Standards, and supported with full documentation, including Declarations of Performance (DOPs). Access compliance resources via our CE Marking page.

4. Choose an Approved Pilkington UK Supplier

Work with a Pilkington UK-approved supplier to ensure:

• Genuine Pilkington UK products
• Expert technical support

Verify your supplier via enquiries@pilkington.com.

5. Upsell with Confidence

Glass is more than a building material—it adds value to every property:

• Brand trust – Pilkington is a name customers recognise.
• Energy savings – Energy-efficient glass reduces heating and cooling costs.
• Natural light – Improves mood and quality of life, with health, well-being and productivity benefits.
• Solar control – Reduces reliance on air conditioning.
• Noise reduction – Creates peaceful, quiet spaces.
• Fire resistance – life-safety and property protection.

Conclusion

Specifying Pilkington UK glass means peace of mind, compliance, and superior performance.

Explore our full range of glass solutions today or use our free Spec-it! tool to find the ideal glass for your project.