Where jewellers and pawnbrokers are most exposed
- Smash-and-grab on window displays during trading hours
- Overnight attack on the shopfront and entrance door
- Display cases inside the shop
- Rear windows and roof lights out of public view
Glass that suits jewellers and pawnbrokers
Thick multi-layer laminated glass tested against hammer and axe attack to P6B, P7B or P8B for high-value shops and cash areas.
from £450 + VATLearn moreLaminated and low-iron glass for jewellery counters, cabinets and museum cases, so valuables stay on show but out of reach.
from £195 + VATLearn moreLarge laminated and anti-bandit panes for shop windows and entrances, fitted so the shop stays on show but is slow to break into.
from £595 + VATLearn moreHeavy laminated glass in strengthened frames to delay entry after a vehicle impact, planned alongside bollards that stop the vehicle.
from £1,495 + VATLearn moreHeavy-duty aluminium or steel glazed doorsets and side screens with laminated glass and multi-point locking for entrances.
from £1,495 + VATLearn morePoints to plan for
- Your insurer's wording usually sets the minimum glass class.
- A rated pane needs a frame and beads that cannot be bypassed.
- Display cases need their own laminated glass and locks, not just the window.
- Keep the manufacturer's test evidence for every rated pane on file.
Questions from jewellers and pawnbrokers
What glass do jewellers usually fit?
Anti-bandit laminated glass in the P6B to P8B range is common for windows and doors, often set by the insurer. We quote against the class they name.
Can display cases be upgraded without replacing them?
Often, yes. Many cases can take new laminated glass in the existing frame, subject to the case's construction and lock positions.
Does a high rating help in a ram raid?
It delays entry after an impact but does not stop a vehicle. If ram raids are a concern, bollards or barriers are needed as well.
Can the display stay visible at night?
Yes. Laminated glass is clear, so lit displays stay on view while the glass does its job.
