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How to Cut Glass Cleanly

Good scores break clean.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Good scores break clean. In short: clean; measure; score, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Clean the glass.

  2. Measure.

  3. Score once.

  4. Tap along the score.

  5. Snap.

  6. Smooth edges.

Safety reminders for glaziers

  • Wear cut-resistant gloves
  • Use fall protection
  • Lift glass with help
  • Use suction cups

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