Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Working with Texas Prime
- What areas does Texas Prime Glass & Aluminum serve?
- Texas Prime Glass & Aluminum is based in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and serves all of DFW and North Texas. For products we fabricate, we also ship and deliver beyond the region, with shipping available nationwide.
- Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
- Yes. We work on residential projects such as frameless shower doors, custom mirrors, and replacement windows, as well as commercial work including storefront systems, curtain walls, and aluminum framing.
- How do I get a price or a quote?
- Every project is quoted to its exact specifications, so we do not publish fixed prices online. Tell us about your project through our Get in Touch form or request a detailed quote, and we will follow up with pricing.
- Do you offer free estimates?
- Yes. Estimates are always free. Share your project details and we will provide a no-obligation estimate based on your specifications.
- What products and services do you offer?
- Our core products are frameless shower doors and shower hardware, windows, commercial storefronts, mirrors, and plate glass. We fabricate and install custom glass and aluminum for both homes and businesses.
- Can you replace a single broken window pane, mirror, or shower panel?
- Yes. We custom-cut and fit replacement glass to match your existing opening, including insulated units, tempered safety glass, and mirrors.
Understanding Glass
- What is the difference between annealed and tempered glass?
- Annealed glass is standard glass that breaks into large, sharp shards. Tempered glass is heat-treated to be roughly four times stronger and, when it does break, it shatters into small, relatively harmless pieces. Tempered glass is required for safety glazing applications.
- Do I need tempered (safety) glass for my project?
- Building codes generally require safety glazing in shower and bath enclosures, entry and patio doors, glass railings, large or low windows near the floor, and glass table tops. We will advise where tempered glass is required for your specific project.
- What is Low-E glass?
- Low-E (low-emissivity) glass has a microscopically thin coating that reflects infrared heat while letting visible light through. It improves year-round energy efficiency by keeping heat out in summer and in during winter.
- What is an insulated glass unit (IGU)?
- An insulated glass unit is two or more panes of glass separated by a sealed air or argon-filled space. The sealed gap is the gold standard for thermal performance and noise reduction in windows and storefronts.
- What is the difference between framed, semi-frameless, and frameless shower doors?
- Framed shower doors have metal framing around all edges and use thinner glass. Semi-frameless doors reduce the framing for a cleaner look. Frameless shower doors use thick tempered glass with minimal hardware for a high-end, open appearance.
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