I need to replace a broken glass from my entry door. Any safe tip is greatly appreciated. - Umesh
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James A on Jun 25, 2011You can make an "X" with masking tape to keep the pane from shattering when removed.Helpful Reply
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Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com on Jun 25, 2011By the photo, what you did is fine with the duct tape. You should consider tempered glass when replacing it if at all possible.Helpful Reply
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James A on Jun 25, 2011Need to go ahead a fix it though. Someone could remove the duct tape and unlock the door.Helpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on Jun 25, 2011All ( Modern) new doors, and windows next to doors REQUIRE tempered glass.. its a code thing. The tricky part will be cutting out the wood Mullion to free up the glass panel. Read through these article I wrote on Networx...you might get some more tips http://www.networx.com/article/fixing-broken-window-panes http://www.networx.com/article/preserving-old-windowsHelpful Reply
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SawHorse Design Build on Jun 25, 2011Make sure you have the new piece of glass in hand before you take out the old one. Most big box stores not longer cut glass. KMS is correct- you need tempered glass which means you will have to call a professional glass cutter. Make sure you leave yourself some wiggle room in the dimensions you give to them.Helpful Reply
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James A on Jun 26, 2011Last time I replaced a window pane it was pretty straight forward. Remove the caulk, replace the pane and re-caulk. What exactly is tempered glass and why can't the guy at the hardware store cut it for me?Helpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on Jun 26, 2011Tempered glass is also called safety glass, When it breaks it shatters into a gazillion fragments. These smaller bits are less likely to slice a person into ribbons of bleeding flesh. You may have seen some of this when a vehicles window is smashed. All of the windows in cars are safety glass. Code requires tempered glass in any door application,and within a certain distance to doors and stairways. The "Tempering" is a heat treatment that is completed after the glass is cut to size...so there is a "lead" time. The glass you get at the hardware store is "plate" glass and can be scored and cut.Helpful Reply
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Shane Tallant on Jun 26, 2011Umesh S- Some other members have give you some great advice. Tempered glass is a must, not only for safety reasons, but I believe it is a code issue. To remove the pane, make sure you are careful when removing the caulk as it could have sharp edges if it breaks/shatters. If you haven't already, I would suggest taping the other side as well. Beter safe than sorry. Good Luck!Helpful Reply
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