Your Glass Top Stove Can Shatter If You Make This Mistake

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# Your Glass Top Stove Can Shatter If You Make This Mistake

### Avoid This Common Error That Could Cost You a Pricey Repair (or Replacement)

Glass top stoves are sleek, modern, and easy to clean — but they’re also **more delicate than they look**. While they’re made of tempered glass designed to withstand high heat, they’re still vulnerable to cracks, scratches, and — in rare but real cases — **shattering**.

And believe it or not, **one simple mistake** is responsible for most of these accidents.

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## The Mistake? **Placing Cold or Wet Items on a Hot Glass Surface**

It sounds innocent — setting down a cold pot, wet towel, or even a chilled dish — but this sudden temperature change can cause the glass surface to **crack or shatter** due to thermal shock.

### ⚠️ Why It Happens:

Tempered glass expands when heated. When a **cold or wet object** touches the hot surface, the rapid temperature change can cause stress in the glass. If that stress becomes too great, **the stove can crack, or in extreme cases, explode outward in pieces**.

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## Other Mistakes That Can Damage Your Glass Top Stove

Here are a few additional habits that might be putting your stovetop at risk:

### 1. **Using Cast Iron Directly on the Glass**

Cast iron is heavy and rough — dragging it or even setting it down hard can scratch or crack the surface.
✔️ *Tip:* Use enameled cookware or place a heat diffuser between the pan and stove.

### 2. **Spilling Sugar or Syrupy Liquids**

Sticky substances can burn into the glass and cause permanent discoloration or pitting.
✔️ *Tip:* Wipe up spills immediately with a damp cloth (when cool).