Accidents happen, and having a scratch on your glass tabletop can be an eyesore and diminish the quality of your furniture. Covering the glass tabletop with a fabric cover will reduce the chance of a scratch in the future. Depending on the weight of the item that scratched the glass and the depth of the scratch, removing the mark may require a little time and money. But don't give up on your glass tabletop without trying a few options to repair a scratch. more »

A glass top on a table may protect what lies beneath or make a clean, modern style statement. A dirty glass tabletop does neither. The clichéd housekeeper's dismissal, "I don't do windows" suggests a tedious task. Not so. Cleaning a glass tabletop is so simple, you can teach your child to do it for you. more »

Glass tabletops provide a medium that is easily cleaned and resistant to the elements. When one breaks, there are a variety of options for replacement depending on the resources that are available. For a change, the replacement could be made out of wood or a mosaic, though both of these require special tools and skills. The simplest option is to order a new glass tabletop. more »

Painting the reverse side of glass gives it an interesting translucent effect. Search for paints suited for use on glass at a crafts store. more »

Burning candles on a glass tabletop, or any other glass surface is a good idea. Glass is a non-porous surface, so it is easier to remove wax from glass than it is from wood, or other porous surfaces. This is the main reason why many candle holders are made from glass. more »

Glass tabletops are made out of tempered glass. Though they are difficult to break, it does happen occasionally. It is important to get a replacement made out of tempered glass, since regular glass breaks into dangerous shards rather than little pebble-like pieces. Tempered glass needs to be cut to the pattern before it is tempered. This means that your glass table top will need to be made to order, unless the glass is already cut to your specifications. more »

Make your glass tabletops and windows shine flawlessly with your own, natural, homemade solutions. They’re no trouble to make and work as well as the stuff you buy at the store. more »

You clean glass without leaving streaks or film residue by choosing the right cleaning solution and the right tools. From glass tabletops to large windows, you'll get good results every time if you employ the right technique. more »

By purchasing simple, round glass tabletops you can place on top of the base of your choice, you have an unlimited source for small glass tables you can place in your living room, den, sunroom, or bedroom. Here's an example of a small glass table you can make quite inexpensively. It makes a perfect side table for a living room with a nature theme. more »