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Replace a Broken Window Pane

September 5, 2018September 5, 2018 DIY Guides glass, glazing

Replacing a pane of glass is a fairly simple task, as long as you follow some basic rules and work safely. The task obviously gets more difficult the larger the pane is and the higher it is located.

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The Best Way to Cut Glass

April 9, 2015August 23, 2018 DIY Guides 0 Comments glass, glazing

In most cases, any glass you need will be cut by the glass merchant, with you just supplying the measurements. However, there may be times when you need to cut class yourself and it is important you know how to cut it correctly.

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Repairing Leaded Light Windows

April 9, 2015June 17, 2019 DIY Guides glass, lead light, stained glass

Lead Lights, the stained glass sometimes found in or above doors in older houses, can seem difficult to repair if one of the sections of coloured glass gets cracked or smashed.

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Types of Glass

April 9, 2015July 18, 2018 DIY Guides glass, glazing

Glass is available in a variety of thicknesses. The thickness you choose depends on things such as the amount of exposure to wind (and the suction load on the surface) and the size of the sheet required. Most domestic glass is 4mm thick.

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