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Roman Innovation: The First Pane
In 1858, the molding of a screw thread on a bottle or jar was invented by John Mason. The technique, termed the “press-and-blow” process for making wide-mouth j…
Glass containers for wine and beer were in use 1,600 years ago, but widespread use began in the late 17th century. Large-scale production of bottles was invente…
During the mid-19th century, when thermos-dynamic law became understood, procedures for heat regeneration that provided much higher heat transfer and lower fric…
Throughout the development of early glass, the crucible was made from natural clay. Ancient Egyptian crucibles beginning about 1370 BC were shallow and had larg…
The chemical revolution of the 18th and 19th centuries brought greater understanding of the scientific principles of glassmaking. John Dalton’s atomic theory, t…
Beginning in the 15th century, Venetians created fine rock crystal known as cristallo. Colored glasses and techniques for decoration, such as gilding, also were…
The Venetians eventually redeveloped the skills of the Romans, and their secrets were so much sought after that regulations were passed forbidding the emigratio…
As noted previously in our blog, the Romans began to use glass for windows around the first century. Stained glass windows did not come around until the 12th ce…
The revival of European glassmaking skills came from Venice through commerce with the Eastern Roman Empire. The Venetians made discoveries and innovations of th…
History saw the decline of Glassmaking skills in Europe from 200 AD through 1200 AD. The standards, the range of articles, and the quality of the material remai…
The creation of stained-glass came about as glass transparency was trying to be achieved. The Romans' attempt to make flat glass by pouring half-inch thick slab…
The Romans and Egyptians used a mixture of sand and sea shells for silica, with lime and hardwood ash as the source of soda Small differences in oxide content c…
About 100 BC the thousand flower process for making open beakers and shallow dishes was developed in Alexandria. A shaped core was made of mud, to which section…
Beaded glass dates to 2500 B.C., originating In Mesopotamia and brought to Egypt at a later time, where glass vessels first appeared circa 1450 B.C. The British…
The year 2020 brought with it many changes to our way of life. But challenging times always produce new innovations and ideas that contribute to the greatest go…
Summer is here! Before it gets too hot, and to help with utility costs, replace those fogged or cracked windows. Current products help reduce UV rays, and off…
Window size of this period directly correlated to prosperity, and was influenced by the stability of the Tudor reign. As the windows themselves became larger, m…
Dallas Glass – sponsor of Meals on Wheels Charity Golf TournamentDallas Glass & Door was proud to sponsor the Meals on Wheels of Rockwall County golf tournament…
A Faraday Cage is created from a conducting material and protects the interior of the enclosed space from electrical fields. As an electrical charge comes in co…
Prior to the 16th century, most “windows” were openings in the building covered with thin sheets of horn, paper, or oiled cloth. Only the buildings deemed most…
Man’s first efforts to make glass are unknown, but the Egyptians were the first to use glass in their culture and art. Amulets and solid glass beads were made i…
Glass can be recycled without losing quality. Glass is not the only product made from recycling glass, as glass tiles and countertops can be crafted from recyc…
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Heat resistant to approximately 500 degrees Fahrenheit, Pyrex glass is safe to use in an oven or a microwave. Originally made from borosilicate glass, Pyrex gl…
Insulated glass is used in projects and homes when a high possibility of heat or cold loss through windows, and energy costs as well as comfort are factors to b…
The efficiency and overall condition of windows can deteriorate over time, and may be in need of replacement. New processes with window manufacturing have lead…
Spring is on the horizon… make plans now to update your windows for better heat protection for the summer. If you are feeling the chill in your home now, you w…
Welcome to the Dallas Glass Blog! Happy New Year to our customers! Interesting bits of information will be posted to keep you up to date on window maintenance…
Dallas Glass & Door continues to be the leader in the residential and commercial glass installation industry. Our professional services, craftsmanship and excel…
