Why glass always wins over plastic, advice from an installer
In my work as an installer, I visit homes every day where people have to make choices they've never made before. Underfloor heating or radiators. A lighting plan with zones or standard ceiling lights. And then there's that moment when I ask:
“What switching material do you want?”
Usually, there's a silence. Because often, no one has thought about it yet.
Until I show them the choice: plastic or glass.
And actually, the conversation always ends the same way. With someone saying:
“Why isn't everyone using this?”
Glass isn't a luxury. It's common sense.
Many people think glass is more fragile than plastic. But that's outdated. Thorn panels, supplied by Thornwood , are made of tempered glass. This is durable, scratch-resistant, and discoloration-resistant.
Compare that to standard plastic switches:
- That yellowing after a few years is no imagination
- The edges attract dust and dirt
- And the button itself? Wears out faster than you think.
Glass stays smooth. Stays taut. And feels like it was freshly installed every day.
Touch control is part of this era
I increasingly recommend Thorn touch switches. Why?
- They fit into any modern interior
- They are easier to clean
- They respond faster and quieter than mechanical buttons
- And: they give your home the finishing touch that matches the rest of your choices
You wouldn't choose a designer kitchen and then have a white plastic knob on the wall, would you?
What my customers say after installation
After installation, I often receive messages. No complaints, just compliments.
“We are so happy with those champagne-colored dimmers.”
“The touch switches really complete the living room.”
“I wish I had known this earlier.”
That's precisely why I install Thorn with confidence. Because I know I'm delivering something that's right. Not just technically, but also aesthetically.
Are you about to make choices for your home?
So don't choose what everyone else does. Choose what suits your style.
Discover Thorn's glass switches and dimmers at thornwood.nl .
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