Archive for the ‘Glass Safety’ Category

Why Pay More For OEM Glass?

Monday, May 11th, 2009

The damage is too severe for repair.  You will need a replacement windshield.   For car owners who have found themselves in this predicament, many find the choices that follow to be overwhelming.

The shop is trying to talk you into OEM auto glass, which of course, costs a little more than an aftermarket windshield.  Why should you pay more for a piece of glass than you absolutely have to?  There are a couple of very legitimate reasons that OEM glass is a better choice, and when considered, often overshadow the small difference in price. (more…)

Tempered Glass for Safe Glass Tabletops

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

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Earlier this week the Today Show featured this segment about injuries to children and the elderly caused by glass tabletops and other glass furniture.  They also discussed how tempered safety glass, the same type used in auto side windows, can be used in your home to reduce the risk of injury or even death.  The clip demostrates the difference between the way a traditional piece of glass furniture would break as opposed to a tempered glass tabletop. (more…)