Hail is Coming to Colorado: Protect Your Home Before It’s Too Late
As hail season approaches in Colorado, it’s essential to understand this fascinating yet potentially destructive weather phenomenon. Hailstorms can cause significant damage to property, vehicles, and even pose risks to people and animals. In this blog, we’ll explore what hail is, how it forms, how it falls, and its potential impact. We’ll also answer some […]
The History of Tempered Glass
François Barthélémy Alfred Royer de la Bastie (1830–1901) from Paris, France, is credited with developing the first method for tempering glass. In 1874, he introduced a process that involved quenching nearly molten glass in a heated bath of oil or grease. This method was patented in England on August 12, 1874, under patent number 2783. […]
Tempered Glass Properties and Uses
Tempered glass, such as that used in car rear windows, demonstrates variations in stress that can be observed through a polarizing filter. Tempered glass is approximately four times stronger than annealed glass. During its manufacturing process, the rapid cooling of the outer layer creates compressive stresses on the surface, balanced by tensile stresses within the […]
How to Replace Door Sweep on Glass Shower Door
Let’s set the scene: you’ve just finished a relaxing shower, you step out, and splash, your bathroom floor looks like a miniature water park. Sound familiar? If so, your shower door sweep might be the sneaky culprit. Don’t worry, though. Replacing it is way easier than you think. In fact, I’ve been there, done that, […]
How Cold Should Window Glass Be? (And What to Do If It’s Too Cold)
Have you ever touched your window glass on a cold winter morning and thought, “Wow, that’s freezing!”? You’re not alone. But how cold is too cold? Is it normal for window glass to feel like an ice cube, or does that mean something’s wrong? In this article, we’ll explore the factors that determine the temperature […]
What is and Insulated Gas Unit (IGU)
Insulating glass (IG) consists of two or more glass window panes separated by a space to reduce heat transfer across a part of the building envelope. A window with insulating glass is commonly known as double glazing or a double-paned window, triple glazing or a triple-paned window, or quadruple glazing or a quadruple-paned window, depending upon how many panes of glass are used in its construction. Insulating glass units […]
How Thick Is Single Tempered Window Glass? Everything You Need to Know
When it comes to windows, most of us don’t give much thought to the glass itself, until we’re faced with a broken pane or a home improvement project. One of the most common questions people ask is, “How thick is single tempered window glass?” It’s a valid question, especially if you’re considering replacing or upgrading […]
How to Clean Glass Shower Doors (and Tackle Hard Water Stains)
Glass shower doors can make your bathroom look sleek and modern until they’re covered in soap scum, water spots, and hard water stains. If you’ve ever found yourself scrubbing endlessly with little success, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, staring at my cloudy shower doors, wondering if they’d ever sparkle again. The good news? With […]
How to Prevent Birds from Flying Into Glass Windows: A Homeowner’s Guide
The sound broke the peaceful silence of my Sunday morning as I watched a small sparrow collide with my window and fall motionless to the ground. It wasn’t the first time, and I realized my home was unknowingly a danger to the very birds I loved watching. Determined to make a change, I uncovered the […]
How to Remove Tinted Glass on Car Windows: A Step-by-Step Guide
Removing window tint from your car windows might seem like a daunting task, but with the right tools, techniques, and a little patience, it’s a project you can tackle yourself. Whether your tint is bubbling, fading, or just not legal anymore, this guide will walk you through the process step by step. Plus, we’ll sprinkle […]