TS EN 1096-1

TS EN 1096-1 is a standard for the definitions and classification basis used for coated glass in buildings. Because a coating is a thin functional layer applied to glass, the standard brings the core terminology for this product family into a common technical framework, so that its basic characteristics are named and grouped consistently.

The technical context of coated glass

Coated glass is glass whose surface has been modified to deliver a specific performance, such as appearance, solar control, reflectance, light transmittance, or surface behaviour. In building applications, coatings may be applied to a single pane or incorporated into more complex glazing systems such as laminated or insulating glass. Correct terminology matters because different coating types can look similar while serving different functions; production route, location of the coating, and intended effect are often key factors in classification.

What this standard covers

The standard covers the characteristics, properties, and classification of coated glass for use in buildings. In practical terms, it provides a shared vocabulary for identifying coated glass products and helps organise them into comparable groups. In general technical use, this kind of structure supports product selection, technical documentation, and clear distinction between different glass solutions.

This listing refers to a withdrawn edition of TS EN 1096-1, but its subject remains the basic definition and classification of coated glass. In practice, the performance of coated glass is assessed together with the glass system, manufacturing route, and intended application; the scope stated here is focused on terminology and classification rather than on detailed performance requirements.