Frequently asked questions

Replace it as soon as a crack, chip or scratch affects your view of the road, not only when the glass is broken. Damage that blocks your vision makes driving unsafe.

Laminated glass has a plastic (PVB) layer between two sheets of glass. On impact it cracks in a spider-web pattern and holds together, so there are few sharp pieces and you can still see.

Tempered glass is strengthened by heating and rapid cooling. When it breaks, it shatters into small pieces.

Car glass comes in three types:

• Clear tempered: breaks into small, granular chunks instead of jagged shards, which lowers the risk of injury.
• Fully tempered: similar to clear tempered, but breaks more easily into even smaller, grainy pieces.
• Clear laminated: the type used for windshields, with a plastic layer that keeps the glass in one piece when it cracks.

Usually 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the vehicle and the installation. You wait while we work; there’s no need to leave your car overnight. At Banawe, our newest tools fit a windshield in 30 minutes or less.

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It depends on your car’s make, model and year, the glass and your location. Book online or contact your nearest branch for a quotation.

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We recommend replacement for any crack, big or small. Some damage can’t be seen or properly repaired, and an untreated crack can spread. A new windshield is also free of the old one’s scratches and stains.

Yes. Polyurethane works as both a sealant and an adhesive, which helps hold the glass and prevent rust. Silicone is mainly a sealant.

Yes. With offsite installation we deliver and install at your home or office. Call 0998 594 2080, 0968 876 7000 or 0998 583 4049, or send us a message to schedule.

Re-sealing is covered for one (1) month. The warranty does not cover repair or replacement of glass that breaks after installation.

Yes, windshield glass blocks most UV rays. Window tint blocks even more and also cuts glare and heat. See ALPINA and SUPRA tints →

About five years on average. Frequent outdoor driving and big temperature changes can shorten its life.

• Clean it often. Remove dust, bugs and bird droppings with a microfiber or cotton cloth. Avoid ammonia-based cleaners, which harm the glass and tint; vinegar or an alcohol-based cleaner works well.
• Look after your wipers. Worn blades can scratch the glass. Wipe them clean and replace them when they stop working well.
• Park in the shade. Long sun exposure weakens glass over time and fades your interior.
• Close doors gently. Slamming can loosen the adhesive and cause small cracks you won’t see at first.

No. Car glass is designed to break into small pieces in an accident to reduce injury.