FAQ

How to do the daily cleaning of a glass door?

The clear or ceramized glass, for its characteristics, does not absorb dirt and therefore a solution of water and ammonia is usually sufficient for the cleaning. Common non-abrasive household cleaners may be used, taking care to clean the glass with a soft cloth or sponge over the surface to avoid generating heterogeneity. Do not use anti-limestone cleaners or abrasive products and substances.

How to intervene on the most resistant dirt?

First, always remove dust with a dry and clean cloth; then use steam cleaners or ammonia and water in case of oily dirt, grease or limestone, or specific solvents such as turpentine, for example, for stubborn stains. Once finished, rinse well with water and dry the surface immediately.

How to recognize an HenryGlass door?

In order to avoid false or imitation products, HenryGlass’ logo is printed indelibly at the bottom or top, which ensures authenticity and provenance of products. Together with the logo, the indication TEMPERED is imprinted on the glass, guaranteeing the tempering of the glass, together with the standard of reference “UNI EN 12150:2 – 2005”

Are HenryGlass doors safe objects to have in the house?

Since 1998, HenryGlass has designed and manufactured its products fulfilling the quality management system according to UNI-EN ISO 9001:2008 standards, which provide constant monitoring of production processes in all their phases. All glass products HenryGlass are safe, that is thermally tempered according to the UNI EN 12150-2 standard. Tempered glass has much higher impact resistance (7 times) than regular glass with the same thickness, and also, for safety reasons, is compliant with the UNI EN 12600 standard, since, if broken, it shatters into tiny harmless pieces. To guarantee the maximum safety, it is possible to request a tempered glass, also stratified-tempered.

Are the materials used for HenryGlass doors reliable?

HenryGlass doors are where authentic materials meet: glass, basic and bright, aluminum, technical and lightweight, and wood, charming and alive; natural elements, therefore, fully recyclable at the end of their life, in the name of ecology, purity and quality of living.

How do I clean my HenryGlass door for the first time?

Just after the installation, the glass surface may appear very dirty because of the manufacturing deposits. For the first cleaning operation, we recommend to mop the surface with a soft rag, and then to wipe it with a wet sponge and a solution of hot water and ammonia. For the best result, we suggest to begin with movements from the center of the surface in a horizontal and then vertical motion, working outward.

After this first step, it is possible to continue with a specific detergent or a homemade solution of water and vinegar or alcohol using a soft cloth, preferably a microfiber one.

What makes a HenryGlass door a unique door?

The glass doors by HenryGlass are intended solely for interior decoration; HenryGlass’ patents allow the installation on jabs and other systems commonly used and on the market. The functionality of the systems, together with easy cleaning of the glass and essential decors, is ideal not only in residential architectural contexts but also in public, commercial, and work environments.

Can I personalize my glass door according to my needs?

HenryGlass works to meet any specific request of its customers, who play a fundamental role in every project: in fact, every HenryGlass door is the result of several combinations of glasses, finishes, accessories and sliding systems. Every door is custom designed and made according to the measurements provided by the customer, and can be decorated with decorations and images at the choice of the client.

The HenryGlass modus operandi permits to enhance the diversity and the uniqueness of every space, transforming a functional product in an exclusive solution of character.

Where can I install a HenryGlass door?

HenryGlass glass doors are doors intended exclusively for interior decoration; HenryGlass patents allow installation on jambs and systems commonly used and marketed. The functionality of the systems, combined with the cleanliness of the glass and the essential decorations, is ideal not only in architectural living contexts but also in public, commercial and work environments.

What is the difference between an industrially made glass door and one that is handmade?

The fine quality of the materials used to create the decorations and the careful crafting, make each HenryGlass door unique and unrepeatable, using two decades of research and experimentation, as well as of cutting-edge techniques.

Is the metal box for pocket door provided by HenryGlass?

No, the metal box needs to be purchased by the customer at specialized companies (such as Scrigno or Eclisse) and then installed on site to take the necessary measures to place the order of the glass door.

What makes HenryGlass lacquered doors different from others?

HenryGlass has patented a system of two coupled lacquered plates that allows for doors with a covering and perfectly polished surface on both sides, with considerable advantages for the cleaning of the door; a further distinguishing feature is the possibility of having doors with sides of two different colours, as well as RAL custom sample colours, for each type of environment.

What differentiates the ceramized doors by HenryGlass from classic etching?

The system chosen by HenryGlass for its frosted glass, is based on a real ceramic coating technique that makes it possible to obtain colouring with absolutely superior strength and durability, compared to the standard traditional painting, combined with greater ease of cleaning.

Why choose HenryGlass wooden door, since there are a lot of similar products on the market?

Mainly because HenryGlass supplies fully customized doors that can be combined with the glass doors collections, creating a perfect harmony of colors, accessories and decorations. This attention to details permits to realize interesting projects characterised by a chromatic and stylistic integration between glass and wood in the same setting.

With HenryGlass wooden doors, is it possible to perfectly hide the door inside the wall?

Of course, installing the special “invisible” Plain frame (provided by HenryGlass), thanks to which the door can be integrated to the wall with perfect mimicry. The door panel needs to be ordered raw so to be finished like the wall (plasterboard, lacquering, wallpaper, etc).

How do I clean a HenryGlass wooden door?

For ordinary cleaning, simply use a cloth dampened with water. In case of a more accurate cleaning we recommend the use of neutral soap detergents; avoid ammonia, solvents, abrasives, acetone and/or furniture wax products.

Why choose HenryGlass for your own custom project?

Because HenryGlass, besides offering a solid support during the design phase, manufactures fully customizable products of exclusive design that are not like any other that you can find on the market.

Is the glass by HenryGlass easy to clean?

Of course: the company pays great attention to this issue which is especially crucial in case of large glass surfaces placed in public places.

What are the benefits of the HenryGlass product in terms of security?

HenryGlass certifies that the glass panel has been tempered according to the 12150 and 12600 norms. If doors are made of laminated glass, HenryGlass uses only tempered glass panels, also in case of mirrors; on the market, laminated glasses hardly are even tempered.
To laminate the glass panels, Henry glass uses an EVA film which is 0.76 mm thick while other companies uses EVA films of 0.38.

How can I organize the perfect Walk-in wardrobe?

We suggest to divide the spaces making full use of accessories, also considering the functionality of your wardrobe: shelves, containers and drawers to store everything neatly, and a system to hang suits and jackets. Several useful combinations are all to discover.

 

WHAT EXPEDIENTS SHOULD I USE TO MAKE THE WALK-IN WARDROBE MORE COMFORTABLE?

In addition to organizing the walk-in wardrobe with ad hoc accessories, a few small steps can help to make this a more comfortable area and enlarge the space: do not forget to add a mirror, necessary not only to check your look but also to give the illusion of a wider space.

Pay attention to the importance of light: it is always better to prefer the natural lightand consider the sources of light at the moment of the planning, but also to provide a good artificial lighting system.

WHAT IS THE MINIMUM SPACE NEEDED FOR A WALK-IN WARDROBE?

A custom-made solution has no limits of space: it actually permits you to manage it completely on your own. Our walk-in wardrobes are customized to the centimetre, allowing you to make the best use of and take advantage of spaces that would otherwise remain unused, such as hallways, attics or basements, for intelligent and discrete solutions.

WHAT ARE THE AVAILABLE COLOURS FOR MY WALK-IN WARDROBE?

You can choose from a catalogue of 16 matte lacquered colours or RAL series on request at no extra cost. The same colours can be found in the HenryGlass collection of glass and wooden doors to create projects where the closing systems and walk-in wardrobes integrate and combine perfectly.

I have an attic with a sloped ceiling: can I have a custom-made walk-in wardrobe?

Yes, our team of designers works daily to find the best solution and meet every request:in most cases of sloped ceilings you can build this type of walk-in wardrobe. In addition, the system with wall mounting does not interfere with the slanted ceiling.

WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGE OF A WALK-IN WARDROBE COMPARED TO THE CLASSIC WARDROBE?

The advantage of a walk-in wardrobe compared the classic closet with doors is to keep everything in sight, always easily accessible and verifiable. Everything stays in sight even from the next room if you choose glass sliding doors, creating a functional and furnishing solution, capable of providing more depth to the room.

Can I have a completely custom-made walk-in wardrobe?

Yes, HenryGlass creates walk-in wardrobes to the centimetre depending on customer requirements.