Notes from the glass trade.
Field notes for glaziers, fabricators and contractors working with frameless glass. We cover the specs behind hinges, clamps, U-channels and sliding systems; building code for showers and railings, translated for the job site; finish and design trends; and the business of running a glass shop — pricing, lead times and hiring. Every article is written against the hardware we stock in Miami, so the part numbers and limits are ones you can order and hold us to.
3/8 vs 1/2 shower glass: weight, hinge ratings and when heavy-duty is not optional
Glass weight math for common door sizes, how hinge ratings are read, blocking behind tile, and the width thresholds that push a job from 3/8" to 1/2" glass.
Singular Editorial · Jul 28, 2026Materials
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Low-iron vs clear glass: the $300 question in every shower quote
Standard clear glass reads green next to white tile; low-iron transmits ~91% of light versus ~83%. When the upcharge earns its keep, and when it does not.
Switchable glass is coming for the residential bathroom
PDLC privacy glass is growing ~13% a year and moving from offices into luxury baths. What a glass shop should know before the first client asks.