I need to replace a broken glass from my entry door. Any safe tip is greatly appreciated. - Umesh
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Umesh S
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enry door
8 answers
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You can make an "X" with masking tape to keep the pane from shattering when removed.
James A
on Jun 25, 2011
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By the photo, what you did is fine with the duct tape. You should consider tempered glass when replacing it if at all possible.
Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com
on Jun 25, 2011
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Need to go ahead a fix it though. Someone could remove the duct tape and unlock the door.
James A
on Jun 25, 2011
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All ( 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-windows
KMS Woodworks
on Jun 25, 2011
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Make 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.
SawHorse Design Build
on Jun 25, 2011
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Last 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?
James A
on Jun 26, 2011
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Tempered 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.
KMS Woodworks
on Jun 26, 2011
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Umesh 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!
Shane Tallant
on Jun 26, 2011
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