Better: Buy Glass Better

We use it every day—for water, wine, leftovers, and decor. But walking down the kitchen aisle or scrolling through home goods sites can be overwhelming. Do you buy the cheap $1 glass that might shatter next week, or the $20 crystal tumbler that feels too fancy for iced coffee?

Here is how to shop smarter for every type of glass in your life. Buying based on thickness. We assume a thick, heavy glass is "high quality." In reality, thick glass is often more prone to thermal shock (cracking when you pour hot liquid into a cold glass) and feels clunky in the hand. better buy glass