Question:
Hi Glass Detective,
I have a large three-door antique bookcase with glass panels in each door. I am concerned that my grand kids could be injured if they were to break the glass. What are your recommendations for replacement glass for an antique bookcase?
Thanks, Charles
Answer:
Dear Charles,
I appreciate your concerns for your grandchildren’s safety. I have nine of my own. The glass in your cabinet could be replaced with either tempered safety glass or laminated safety glass. If you have any problem finding a source for this, re-contact us and we can recommend a reputable glass shop to you for bookcase replacement glass.
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5 Responses
A missing glass in a Lundstrom (pre 1925) bookcase leaves a gap about 1/8 inch. Does the requirement for either tempered or laminated safety glass mean a thickness larger than 1/8 inch?
Glass was held in by wood strips attached with tiny finishing nails.
Assuming I keep any grandchildren out of the room, is it possible to get someone to replace the glass?
Other Lundstrom bookcase parts I have include the bottom shelf glass, which is 13 inches wide instead of the 11 inches I need to replace. Can this be cut down to fit?
Hi Martha,
1/8″ thickness is generally the thinnest glass that is readily available. Most pieces of glass can be cut to fit. Take it to a local, skilled glass shop that offers this service and they should be able to assist.
Good morning
I have an antique bookcase, and the glass has been broken. Would you know of someone in West London who could replace the glass ?
Thank you
Julie Rutherford
I have a barristers bookcase. A beveled glass is broken and a regular glass is broken. Can you please direct me to the best place to get this replaced? Thank you!
Hi Linda,
Thanks for reaching out to us! Send an email to help@glass.com with a description of the glass and your zip code. We’ll have to see if we have someone in your area.