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What was chicken wire glass used for?

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What was chicken wire glass used for?
Chicken wire glass was mainly used in skylights and windows within schools and businesses. The purpose was to prevent the glass from shattering into pieces when under stress like high heat or an external force. You’ll find a variety of chicken wire glass products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1920s Clear Industrial Chicken Wire Glass Large Sheets Available
Located in New York, NY
Priced per square foot. All of our chicken wire glass is salvaged from old factory windows and
Category

Vintage 1920s American Industrial Windows

Materials

Glass

1930s Corrugated Fire Resistant Clear Chicken Wire Glass
Located in New York, NY
industrial glass was used as exterior awnings or partitions indoors and out. This glass is 3/8 to 7/16 in
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Vintage 1930s American Industrial Architectural Elements

Materials

Glass

Large Antique Folk Art Dovecote in Gray Paint
Located in Bridgeport, CT
chicken wire covering. The lowest level with a center hinged door, and at least one window (at the bottom
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wire

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