While you do have more of a chance to break a glass tabletop then you would a wooden or plastic one, they are usualy designed to be tough. Most glass counter tops are made of thick, tempered glass that is very stiurdy and can take some punishment. They will also be fine under normal temprature variations. That being said, care should be taken with them, because a lot of force will still break one.
Wood is less likely to shatter if something is dropped on it, as often happens with tables you are putting cups and glasses on frequently. On the other hand, wood is more likely to dent.
Glass outdoor tables are actually made of shatter-resistant glass, and will last a very long time, even under constant use.
There are a number of places where one can purchase modern glass coffee tables. For instance, Home Depot, Walmart, All Modern, and Crystal Plateau all carry modern glass coffee tables at affordable prices.
Outdoor treated glass tables are a great idea, as they are shatter-resistent and blend in well with surrounding scenery.
Find a glass/commercial window dealer.
Depending on the area, black glass coffee tables can be found at most modern style furniture stores. Online retailers such as Amazon.ca also sells such products.
Glass bookcases are in face part of modern interior design. Glass coffee tables and end tables are also included.
The glass would be less likely to shatter from the concussion of bomb blasts nearby.
No they are very dangerous. Being glass they can and do shatter. Read this consumer report at http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2006/11/glass_table_dangers.html Any glass top table can be very dangerous with small children around. There are hundreds of cases every year of children being hurt by glass tables.
Modern style coffee tables are available in a variety of materials. These materials mostly include wood, glass, plastic, metal, and fabric.
The only type of table that is safe from water stains are glass tables.
Yes, glass can shatter from exposure to high temperatures. When glass is heated, it expands, and if the temperature difference is too extreme or if there are imperfections in the glass, it can cause the glass to break or shatter.