ThinkGlass
ThinkGlass is a privately held Canadian manufacturer that designs, fabricates, and globally ships custom fused-glass countertops, stair treads, architectural glass, and commercial glass installations for residential homeowners, luxury hospitality, retail, and architectural projects, with all production based in Boisbriand, Quebec.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1998
- HeadquartersBoisbriand, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What ThinkGlass does
ThinkGlass is a privately held Canadian manufacturer, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Boisbriand, Quebec, that designs, fabricates, and ships custom fused-glass products worldwide. The company specializes in a proprietary kiln-fusing process that bonds multiple layers of flat glass into single sheets up to 12 inches thick, which are then re-heated and shaped over molds to produce deep textures, curves, or relief; it uses annealed glass for strength and applies organic anti-slip textures by hand without templates. Its core product lines are Glass Countertops (kitchens, bathrooms, bars, tables, desks, outdoor), Glass Stair Treads and Floors, Architectural Glass (panels, murals, outdoor installations, fountains, monuments), and Commercial Glass solutions, all customizable across four texture collections (NATURE, SEA, LINEAR, CLASSIC), multiple colors, edge finishes, and optional integrated LED lighting.
The company serves a hybrid customer base of residential homeowners undertaking kitchen, bathroom, and home-bar projects, and commercial/hospitality clients including luxury hotels, cruise ships, retail stores, restaurants, airports, and corporate buildings, as well as architects and interior designers specifying glass for high-end projects. Marquee reference customers include Bellagio Las Vegas, MGM Grand, Sandals Resorts, Dior (Shanghai), Browns Shoes, Mercedes-Benz, Bombardier Aerospace, Centre Vidéotron, Calgary Airport, Parker Hannifin, and US Bancorp Tower. ThinkGlass makes money on a project-based, one-time-purchase model priced at $100-$300 per square foot for countertops and $2,000-$10,000 for residential bar tops, with custom quotes for larger commercial and architectural installations; all glass is handcrafted at its single Boisbriand facility and crated for worldwide shipping. GTM is direct enterprise field sales plus showroom- and digital-driven residential demand, with a dedicated European sales representative and bilingual (English/French) web presence. With 11-50 employees and 25+ years of operating history, ThinkGlass positions itself as the world's largest manufacturer of fused glass steps and countertops, relying on proprietary manufacturing know-how, handcrafted artisanal talent, and a luxury project portfolio rather than technology differentiation as its core moat.
ThinkGlass firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ThinkGlass
- Legal name
- Thinkglass
- Website
- https://thinkglass.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1998
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- ThinkGlass is a privately held Canadian manufacturer that designs, fabricates, and globally ships custom fused-glass countertops, stair treads, architectural glass, and commercial glass installations for residential homeowners, luxury hospitality, retail, and architectural projects, with all production based in Boisbriand, Quebec.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
ThinkGlass industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Architectural Glass Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Glass Product Manufacturing Made of Purchased Glass (327215)
- SIC
- Glass Products, Made Of Purchased Glass (3231)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Glass Fabrication & Processing Services (Cutting/Edging/Drilling/Polishing) (IMADAHAI)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Decorative, Patterned & Privacy Glass (Frosted/Textured/Colored) (IMADAHAG)
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Where ThinkGlass is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Boisbriand
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
ThinkGlass business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Custom Glass Countertops: One-time purchase of custom-made glass countertops for kitchens, bathrooms, bars, and commercial interiors. Pricing is project-based, ranging from $100 to $300 per square foot depending on thickness, customization, and added features like LED lighting.
- Glass Stair Treads and Floors: Custom fabrication of glass stair treads, floating stairs, and walkable glass floors. These are high-value architectural elements priced based on size, thickness, texture selection, and lighting integration.
- Architectural Glass Projects: Large-scale architectural glass projects including murals, panels, fountains, and exterior glass installations for commercial and public spaces.
- Commercial Glass Solutions: Custom glass installations for retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and hospitality venues, including countertops, shelves, and decorative elements.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Glass Countertops - Standard |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Glass Bar Surfaces - Residential |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels4 records
ThinkGlass product offering
Product offeringCore offering
ThinkGlass is a custom fused glass manufacturer that handcrafts thick (up to 12 inches) glass countertops, stair treads and walkable floors, architectural panels and murals, and commercial installations. Each piece is made to order using a proprietary kiln-fusing process with hand-applied textures, optional integrated LED lighting, and a wide range of colors, edges, and thicknesses, sold project-by-project to architects, designers, contractors, and end customers worldwide.
Product overview
ThinkGlass is the world's largest manufacturer of fused glass steps and countertops for commercial, residential, hotel, and cruise ship projects. The company offers a unified product portfolio centered on custom fused glass surfaces including Glass Countertops (kitchen, bathroom, bars, tables, desks, outdoor), Glass Stair Treads & Floors (floating stairs, walkable floors), Architectural Glass (panels, murals, outdoor installations), and Commercial Glass solutions (retail, restaurants, hospitality). All products feature customization options across four texture collections (NATURE, SEA, LINEAR, CLASSIC), three glass colors (Crystal, Aqua, Bronze), three edge finishes (brushed, polished, textured), and thicknesses from 1.5" to 12". Optional integrated LED lighting is available across all product lines. Products are handcrafted in Canada using proprietary glass fusing techniques and shipped worldwide.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Atlas Collection: Shop collection of glass products featuring Atlas Collection items.
- Eclipse Collection
- NATURE Collection
- SEA Collection
- LINEAR Collection
- CLASSIC Collection
Products and services
- Glass Countertops Custom fused glass countertops for kitchens, bathrooms, bars, tables, desks, and outdoor applications, featuring hand-crafted textures, integrated LED lighting options, multiple edge profiles, three glass colors, and thicknesses from 1.5 to 12 inches, priced $100–$300 per square foot. Sold to homeowners, designers, and commercial clients.
- Glass Stair Treads and Floors Custom fabricated fused glass stair treads, floating stairs, and walkable glass floor panels with Pure Glass Edge Technology, organic anti-slip textures, and optional integrated LED lighting. A 1.5-inch-thick, 36-inch-wide tread supports up to 1,800 pounds. Sold to architects, designers, and commercial clients for residential and commercial buildings.
- Architectural Glass Custom architectural glass installations including panels, murals, exterior glass, glass fountains, and monuments, with thermal insulation, sound insulation, and solar control capabilities. Sold to architects, public projects, and commercial clients for large-scale signature installations.
- Commercial Glass Solutions Custom glass installations for commercial spaces including retail stores, bars, restaurants, and hospitality venues, comprising counters, shelves, panels, and decorative elements. Sold to hotels, restaurants, retail brands, and cruise ship operators such as Browns Shoes, MGM Grand, Bellagio Las Vegas, Dior, and Sandals Resorts.
Quantifiable outcome
- A glass stair tread 1.5 inches thick and 36 inches wide can support up to 1,800 pounds
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use ThinkGlass
Customer profileNamed customers14 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
ThinkGlass technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
ThinkGlass partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
ThinkGlass competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Circle Redmont: Specialized manufacturer of glass stair treads, structural glass flooring, and architectural glass flooring systems. Directly comparable to ThinkGlass's stair tread and walkable floor product line, though with a more structural/structural-glass focus.
- Goldray Glass: Canadian custom architectural glass fabricator serving commercial, institutional, and luxury markets from Western Canada. Similar product categories (architectural glass panels, decorative, structural) make them the closest geographic and product peer to ThinkGlass.
- Bendheim: US-based specialty architectural glass manufacturer offering channel glass, decorative laminates, and custom architectural solutions. Comparable in serving architects/designers with high-touch custom glass for premium commercial and residential projects.
- Pulp Studio: LA-based manufacturer of decorative architectural glass with proprietary textures, custom fabrication, and signature collections — directly comparable to ThinkGlass's handcrafted texture library and project-gallery-driven specifier marketing approach.
- Walker Glass: North American architectural glass fabricator with a long history (since 1942) producing specialty architectural, mirror, and decorative glass products. Comparable as an established custom architectural glass manufacturer selling through the architect/designer channel.
Broad incumbents
- Saint-Gobain: Global glass and building materials conglomerate with multiple architectural glass brands (including Vetrotech, SageGlass). Comparable in producing high-performance architectural and specialty glass, though at industrial scale versus ThinkGlass's artisanal niche.
- Sky-Frame: Swiss premium sliding glass wall systems manufacturer serving luxury residential and hospitality. Comparable in premium architectural glass positioning and global specifier channel, though focused on operable glass facades rather than countertops/stairs.
- Vitrocsa: Swiss maker of ultra-minimal-frame glass wall systems for premium residential and commercial projects. Comparable ultra-premium positioning and global shipping model, but focused on minimalist operable glass rather than thick fused glass surfaces.
Others
- Cosentino: Spanish manufacturer of premium surfacing brands Dekton (sintered stone) and Silestone (quartz). Competes with ThinkGlass for the same premium residential and hospitality surface project specifications, often positioned as a lower-cost alternative.
- Caesarstone: Global leader in engineered quartz countertops, direct competitor for premium kitchen/bathroom project budgets. Thematically comparable as a premium-surface alternative frequently pitted against glass in architectural specifications.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
ThinkGlass social profiles
Digital presenceThinkGlass compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
ThinkGlass financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
ThinkGlass leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles9 records
ThinkGlass funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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ThinkGlass M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about ThinkGlass
What does ThinkGlass do?
ThinkGlass is a custom fused glass manufacturer that handcrafts thick (up to 12 inches) glass countertops, stair treads and walkable floors, architectural panels and murals, and commercial installations. Each piece is made to order using a proprietary kiln-fusing process with hand-applied textures, optional integrated LED lighting, and a wide range of colors, edges, and thicknesses, sold project-by-project to architects, designers, contractors, and end customers worldwide.
Is ThinkGlass a public or private company?
ThinkGlass is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was ThinkGlass founded?
ThinkGlass was founded in 1998. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is ThinkGlass based?
ThinkGlass is headquartered in Boisbriand, Canada, in the North America region.
How does ThinkGlass make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Custom Glass Countertops are the primary driver. The others are glass Stair Treads and Floors, architectural Glass Projects and commercial Glass Solutions.
Who are ThinkGlass's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Circle Redmont, Goldray Glass, Bendheim, Pulp Studio and Walker Glass. Broad incumbents are Saint-Gobain, Sky-Frame and Vitrocsa. Others are Cosentino and Caesarstone.
Does ThinkGlass have an API?
No public API is recorded for ThinkGlass.
What industry is ThinkGlass in?
ThinkGlass's product category is Architectural Glass Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAHAI, Glass Fabrication & Processing Services (Cutting/Edging/Drilling/Polishing), with a secondary code of IMADAHAG, Decorative, Patterned & Privacy Glass (Frosted/Textured/Colored). Its NAICS code is 327215 and its SIC code is 3231.