Is Glass Really a Liquid?

Some people believe that glass is really a liquid at room temperature because of its molecular properties. Liquids have a definite volume, but they take the shape of their container. A solid has a fixed shape as well as fixed volume. 

The Strength of Glass

Glass is strong enough for many things like windshields and building windows that need to handle high stress without breaking. Glass producers believe some of the latest methods from the microelectronics and nanotechnology industry could produce glass that is twice as strong as the glass available today.

Advantages of Energy-Efficient Dual-Pane Windows

There are many advantages to energy-efficient dual-pane windows. When compared to single-pane glass, dual-pane windows save money as they can reduce energy usage by up to 25% during the winter, and by up to 15% in the hot Arizona summer. 

Windows and Glass Evolved Over Time

The word Window first appeared in the early 13th century, and originally referred to an open hole in a roof. The word Window replaced the Old English word 'eagþyrl', which literally meant 'eye-hole,' and 'eye-door'. Because of the transparent nature of clear glass, people don't pay much attention to it because it is something that we look through, not at.

Aluminum and Vinyl Window Frames

Both aluminum window frames and vinyl window frames incorporate the same energy efficient features like low-e glass and multiple panes of insulated glass. Aluminum and vinyl window frames are noted for their strength, durability, and low maintenance. There are no significant differences in maintenance requirements between the two materials.

Safety Glass and Arizona Building Codes

Tempered glass is produced by heating glass at a high temperature then rapidly cooling it, making it up to 5 times stronger than regular plate glass.  This process makes the glass stronger and also changes the way the glass breaks.

Fixing Fogged Glass In a Dual Pane Window

The seals on insulated glass windows occasionally fail, allowing moist air between the glass panes, where it condenses.  If dual-pane windows appear misty or foggy, it means that the seal protecting the window assembly has failed.

Hard Water Stains on your Home Window Glass

Hard water stains appear as white, hazy spots on your window glass surfaces due to a build-up of alkaline and other minerals in your water. The most likely culprit is your irrigation and sprinkler system. 

Glass Recycling Saves Energy

Glass makes up a large component of household and industrial waste due to its weight and density. The glass component in municipal waste is usually made up of bottles, broken glassware and other recyclable items.

Glass Scratch Repair

When scratches happen to windows, table tops, mirrors and other glass in your home, they can be very difficult to repair. If a scratch isn’t too deep, it may be minimized or perhaps even eliminated.