How Much Does Security Glass Cost?
Understanding the factors that influence security glass pricing and how to specify the right level of protection for your project.
One of the most common questions we are asked is: how much does security glass cost?
The answer depends on several factors including certification level, thickness, size, performance enhancements and installation requirements.
As experienced security glass manufacturers in the UK, Tecdur designs and manufactures high-performance laminated secure glazing engineered to withstand severe levels of manual attack. Each project is specified individually to ensure the correct level of protection without unnecessary overspend.
What Affects the Cost of Security Glass?
1. Certification level and testing standards
Security glass is tested to recognised standards such as EN 356 and LPS 1270.
Higher ratings generally require thicker build-ups and advanced interlayers, increasing material and manufacturing requirements.
- EN 356 P1A to P5A (anti-bandit glass): tested using a series of large steel ball drops
- EN 356 P6B to P8B: requires the glass to withstand multiple axe strikes
- LPS 1270 SR1 to SR6: designed to simulate more realistic manual attack tests using a range of tools and time durations
2. Glass thickness and laminated build-up
Security glass is typically a laminated construction, combining multiple layers of glass with specialist interlayers.
As the level of protection increases, so can thickness, weight and complexity, which may also influence framing and installation requirements.
3. Pane size, shape and quantity
Larger panes, bespoke shapes and cut-outs can affect fabrication time and yield. For larger projects, production efficiencies can help reduce unit costs compared to one-off bespoke pieces.
4. Additional performance enhancements
Tecdur Secure Glass can be enhanced to provide additional performance benefits such as:
- Ballistic resistance (EN 1063)
- Fire resistance (Exova, CertiFire)
- Blast resistance
- Acoustic performance
- Switchable privacy glass technology
Secure Glass can be:
Enhance Security
Impact Resistant
Bullet Resistant
Blast Resistant
Fire Resistant
Acoustic
Typical Security Glass Cost Guidance
Every project is different, but as a general rule, entry-level anti-bandit glass (P1A to P5A) costs more than standard laminated glass due to enhanced resistance and the testing requirements behind its classification.
Higher-rated glass such as P6B to P8B or LPS 1270 SR4 to SR6 typically involves significantly greater material build-up and manufacturing precision, which can increase costs. Your final specification should be based on a realistic threat assessment, the site environment and regulatory requirements.
For accurate pricing, we recommend a short technical consultation to confirm certification targets, pane sizes, installation constraints and any additional performance requirements.
Why Choose Tecdur?
With over 15 years of industry experience and extensive in-house manufacturing capability, Tecdur is recognised for performance and technical know-how.
As dedicated security glass manufacturers in the UK, we help you specify the appropriate security glazing to EN 356 or LPS 1270 and deliver consistently high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
Our typical applications include:
- High value retail and commercial premises
- VIP protection
- Prisons and police custody suites
- Mental health establishments
- High security facilities
- Security doors and specialist glazing systems
Request a Project-Specific Quote
The cost of security glass depends on the protection level required and the complexity of the glazing system. Tecdur can advise on EN 356 and LPS 1270 ratings, additional performance enhancements and practical specification details to help you achieve the right balance of protection, aesthetics and budget.