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Glass for the Bath
Whether you're designing a bathroom from the beginning or redesigning what you already have, browse options for using glass in a bath or shower enclosure.
How to Fix Sticking Sliding Glass Patio Door
Is your sliding glass patio door sticking, heavy, and hard to open or close? Usually this is an easy problem to fix. Find out how here as the glass detective takes on the case of the sticking sliding glass patio door.
How to Fix a Sticking Sliding Patio Door
Question about sticking sliding patio doors: Dear Glass Detective, My Florida pool home has three sliding glass patio doors that face the pool. They are extremely difficult to open and close. I believe the bottom hardware or rollers need to be replaced. Who can I contact to rebuild my sliding doors? Are there contractors who […]
The Case of the Broken Trellis Glass
Question regarding broken trellis glass Dear Glass Detective, My glass subcontractor has been laying laminated glass on a trellis with standoffs. The glass keeps breaking. The standoffs are approximately 24 inches apart. What is wrong? Thanks. Steve San Diego, CA Answer to question regarding broken trellis glass Steve, Thank you for contacting the Glass Detective […]
The Case of the Laminated Glass Tint Color
The Glass Detective takes on The Case of the Laminated Glass Tint Color and answers a question about matching the tint of a piece of laminated glass to the tint of tempered glass. Is it possible? Find out here.
Exploding Prius Windshields Leads To Lawsuit
We uncover details about the exploding windshields that led to a lawsuit for select Toyota Prius models and inform you on where the case currently stands. Find out more here.
The Case of the Double Pane Window Upgrade
The Glass Detective takes a look into double pane window upgrades, their benefits, and other beneficial upgrades when purchasing new windows. Find out where laminated window glass and "Low-E" glass coating should be installed in the resolution to the case of the double pane window upgrades.
The Case of Starphire Glass
The Glass Detective reflects on Starphire glass by discussing the benefits and drawbacks of using this high-definition mirror in your home. Read more to learn about low-e glass coatings, window film, and the resolution to the case of the Starphire glass.
Shattered Sunroofs Shed Light on Different Types of Glass Used
This blog goes over how shattered panoramic sunroofs shed light on the different types of glass used in vehicles by different auto manufacturers from Ford to Ferrari. Find out more.
Steps to Making that Luxury Shower a Reality
If you have ever fantasized about installing a luxury shower, here are a few tips for how to go about that transformation in your bathroom. Find out about pricing, styles, sizes and more.

Learn How to Taste Whiskey From an Expert
Expert Whiskey Tasting Advice We got with Whisky Magazine’s editor, Christopher Coates, to find out the top tips and latest trends in whiskey tasting. With

What is a Whiskey Glass Called?
Just as with wine, a whiskey glass is meant to enhance your drinking experience. There is no single whiskey glass either, but rather a whiskey

Do Whiskey Glasses Make a Difference?
Does using whiskey glasses make a difference? Let’s put it this way: would you drink coffee out of an ordinary plastic cup? Of course not!

Why Does Wine Taste Better in a Thin Glass?
The wine drinking experience can be enhanced or diminished by factors such as the shape of the glass and the type of wine used. Wine

Why Do Whiskey Glasses Have Thick Bottoms?
Whiskey glasses have their own unique look. The most apparent, unique feature is the thick bottom of a whiskey glass. You may be wondering why

What Is the Best All-Purpose Wine Glass?
All-purpose wine glasses are becoming more and more popular. And why wouldn’t they be? They make wine drinking easy by being able to serve any