What type of glass do I use for desk top??

Question

I am designing a desk of wood to build myself and I would like to have a piece of glass covering a wooden top that allows me to put "stuff" (pics, calendar, etc) underneath. What type of glass and how thick should this be??

Answer 1

1/4" clear annealed seamed (the edges wont be sharp if you specify its for a top)
thats just plain old glass. they can even drill holes for cords if you need.
plexiglass will scratch over time and will not clean easily. you're never supposed to use glass cleaner on it.

plexiglass works fine if you're going to let kids use the desk and are willing to put up with a dull surface.
also , glass is usually cheaper

dont use tempered glass, it may work well on patios since it breaks in smaller pieces, but on a desk the edges are exposed and it can blow up if bumped with anything metal (including rings!)

Answer 2

Glass For Desk

Answer 3

I have used glass called Crystal Sheet with seamed edges rather than polished plate which is more expensive. Crystal Sheet is 7/32 thick and does not have the clarity of polished plate but when used as a desk top I never needed it.

Answer 4

Plexiglass lasts longer, if there's a well under the glass, like a recess. I used plexiglass on a coffee table like that, but it scratches too easily. I have 1/4 inch plate glass on a table top. It wanted to slide around, but where I bought the glass & had it cut, they gave me some clear plastic discs which raise it off the table just far enough to stuff papers etc. under the galss, and holds it in place too.

Answer 5

I wouldnt use glass, but maybe a plexi glass? Something pretty thick, Id be afraid of it breaking or cracking or anything like that, that could harm children or pets

Answer 6

We did this exact same thing and used plexi glass. It looks great and you don't have to worry about breaking it!

Answer 7

i would go with a safety glass, about 1/4 inch thick,