Essential Glass Guide: 3 Types Every Homeowner Needs to Know

Knowing the three main types of glass can save your life and your home.
Jeff goes through their specific strengths, weaknesses, and where the best place to put them in your home.
Enjoy the deep dive into the three types of glass.

[GhanabaKwaku]

I cannot wait till the Dallas branch opens so I can visit. I have learned a lot about windows from you, Jeff. Thank you!

[gregcorwin]

Great video, Jeff. I always really enjoy watching your glass videos, and I can definitely appreciate "bring your wallet", that's no exaggeration! Also really liked your description of PVB interlayer as a "sound shock absorber".

One way to define using different thickness laminated interlayers is to think of .030" for safety applications, .060" for security applications, and .090" for impact applications. Obviously glass thickness and whether the lami was built using annealed, heat strengthened, or tempered can be a factor as well.
If you are curious about the edge treatment of your samples, they are made in larger sheets and cut to the sample size using a waterjet.

[mattb]

It was laminated annealed glass in the break-in part

[JA-joxl]

Great Vid. Should you be concerned about the glass used in vinyl frame vs composite vs wood? Also ..Your thoughts about Lindsay Windows. I have never heard of them.

[Emilietheplushie]

Hi. Do you install windows in Nueces County, or is that too far south for you?

[petp]

Great video. Im afraid to ask but, in general, how much does laminated add to the cost of a window (in %)...10%, 20%, more?

[davidlang]

So, I have a question for you. I work for a larger window distributor, of windows that you do sell and show. With that being said, why does tempered glass weigh more than the annealed glass, for it is the same piece, just heat treated?

[vivenreddy]

How does a double pane window with a layer of laminated glass compare= to triple pane glass in terms of price, thermal performance, and sound resistance?