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Lyle Hill

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Lyle Hill has been in the glass and metal industry for more than 40 years. In this time he has managed glass retail, contract glazing, mirror, architectural window, window film, and automotive glass businesses throughout America. He obtained an MBA from IIT with a focus on Technology and Engineering Management. Hill is also a columnist for glass industry trade magazines and often called the “face” of the glass industry. He has also authored books including “The Broken Tomato and Other Business Parables,” which is available through Amazon. Find out more about Lyle on Linkedin.

Posts by Lyle Hill

The Case of the Shattering Patio Doors

April 18, 2018

Patio doors shouldn't spontaneously shatter. Unfortunately, it still happens and these large panes of glass can be a pain to replace due to their hefty price tag. What can cause this to happen? The Glass Detective is on the case. See more here!

The Case of the Sometimes Stained Glass

March 27, 2018

Do your glass doors have streaks that don't seem to come off no matter how well you clean them? The Glass Detective investigates and addresses what can cause these unsightly stains and the best way to go about fixing the issue. Find out more here.

The Case of the Spontaneous Windshield Breakage

March 7, 2018

Have you been the victim of spontaneous windshield breakage? Then this blog is for you! The Glass Detective explores the possibilities of what might actually cause these chips and cracks that seem to appear out of nowhere. Spoiler alert: There is always an underlying cause. Find out more!

The Case of the Glass Awning

February 28, 2018

Does your home suffer from traffic noise or street noise? The Glass Detective comes to the rescue with recommendations about glass awnings and what type of glass would work best for this application.

The Case of the Stained—and we mean “Stained” – Fireplace Glass

February 12, 2018

The Glass Detective takes on the case of how to clean fireplace glass. The glass detective loves a good fire in a fireplace as much as the next guy, and never wants the glass to detract from its hypnotic and calming effects. If you have a fireplace, you know how tough keeping the glass clean can be. Read this blog for some expert tips.

The Case of the Coffee Table Glass Top

February 5, 2018

The Glass Detective explains why neither laminated glass nor tempered glass, by itself, would be the best solution for a coffee table top. But he does give an excellent recommendation as to what would make a great table top. Keep reading to find out more!

The Case of the Earthquake Doors

January 31, 2018

The Glass Detective answers a question about how to choose sliding glass doors if you live in an area that is prone to earthquakes. If you're looking to replace sliding glass doors and live in an earthquake prone area, this article is for you!

The Case of Replacing Glass Damaged with Bullet Hole

January 25, 2018

The Glass Detective addresses the question of what type of glass to use in the event that your window has been damaged with a bullet hole. Laminated? Tempered? Bullet resistant glass? Read on to find out.

The Case of Load Resistance for Tempered Glass

January 18, 2018

The Glass Detective explores different types of load resistance that glass must endure including wind load and dead load and the best method for finding these figures for different types of glass. Find out more.

The Case of the Clear Glass Shelving

January 16, 2018

The Glass Detective explores options for glass shelving used for furniture when a concerned citizen inquires about glass tint colors. Be it blue, green or clear, different tints can be applied to the glass to achieve the desired look. Learn more.