glass cracked in upper corners completely across tabletop.
I can't replace the glass. how can I save tables?
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The tables belonged to my Mother. I would like to save them but replacing the glass would also remove the design which seems to have transferred onto the glass. The tables are wood painted gold.
what a beautiful design! if i'm not mistaken, the glass may be ableto be repaired. a glass company should be able to tell you just how it's done. good luck and please let us know how you make out.
To prevent any further cracking you can use a two part epoxy for glass. Mix equal amounts and mix on a piece of cardboard. Then us another piece of cardboard and gently force it into the cracks from underneath. Remove the excess with nail polish remover. May not hide the cracks much but saves the glass.
You can try one crack from the top and see how that works. I suggested from underneath so nothing sticks that is set down on the glass. Clean the excess well and let the epoxy cure for a few days. Should work. Similar these companies fill/seal cracks in car windshields using epoxy under a vacuum.
Can you try stuff they use to fix a car's windshield cracks?
William seems to have a good solution, one addition suggestions after the epoxy has completely cured I would add clear bumpers
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Soft-Touch-4215395N-1-2-Round-Clear-Heavy-Duty-Self-Stick-Bumpers-12-Piece-Set/16782103?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=2340&adid=22222222227025374542&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=t&wl3=80433048289&wl4=pla-177672657409&wl5=9006769&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=16782103&wl13=2340&veh=sem&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4vuxm4va3QIVglmGCh3-KQvSEAQYBCABEgIpBvD_BwE
then add tempered glass to protect the antique glass from further damage