Notes from the glass trade.
Field notes for glaziers, fabricators and contractors working with frameless glass. We cover the specs behind hinges, clamps, U-channels and sliding systems; building code for showers and railings, translated for the job site; finish and design trends; and the business of running a glass shop — pricing, lead times and hiring. Every article is written against the hardware we stock in Miami, so the part numbers and limits are ones you can order and hold us to.
Tariffs, 50% metals duties and the price of a hinge: how to quote glass hardware in late 2026
Section 232 at 50%, aluminum up 40% in a year, hardware surcharges from every brand. What is tariffed, how it hits your invoice, and how to quote so the number holds.
Singular Editorial · Aug 11, 2026Industry News
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Metal tariffs in 2026: what they mean for your hardware quotes
Section 232 now puts 50% duties on steel and aluminum content. Here is how that flows into hinges, channels, and rails, and how to quote around it.
Tempered glass demand keeps climbing. Protect your lead times.
The tempered glass market is projected to grow ~8% a year through 2034, and architectural work takes 71% of it. What that means for scheduling a shower job.