Why Do Oven Doors Shatter and How to Prevent It?
Oven doors can shatter primarily due to the type of glass used and internal imperfections. Many ovens feature either tempered soda lime glass, which is less resistant to thermal fluctuations, or more durable borosilicate glass. Small defects, such as nickel sulfide inclusions, may lead to spontaneous breakage, especially during high-heat activities like self-cleaning. To minimize…