Although it may seem obvious, repairing a broken car window is essential, as its proper condition is critical for the safety of all passengers on board. At Ralarsa, we always advocate for safe travel and the sensible importance of being cautious behind the wheel; although if reality says otherwise, you can find your nearest car glass workshop and repair whatever you need so your car looks like new again.
However, the truth is that we often come across cases where, due to carelessness or any other incident on the road, it is necessary to repair one of the car windows that arrive daily at the glass workshop. That said, as already mentioned in previous articles, the repair will depend on the size and severity of the damage.
On the one hand, if in a windshield repair the size of the damage is larger than a two-euro coin, you must go to a repair centre, since under Road Safety Law this is considered dangerous both for the passengers in the vehicle and for pedestrians. This is because it is presumed that the driver’s visibility would be affected, which could lead to an even more serious accident. Remember that if you do not repair the windshield in time, you risk a substantial fine.
How does windshield repair work?
If for some reason you want to expand your knowledge regarding windshield repair, or if you’re simply a curious person who wants to know exactly what happens to your broken car glass, then discover below the steps involved in the repair technique while your car is at the glass workshop:
- A special resin is injected into the affected area.
- Dirt, air bubbles, and moisture are removed under pressure.
- The resin injection under pressure is repeated.
- Depending on the impact, a heat source is applied to the area to help the resin dissolve.
- A finishing resin is injected to act as a seal.
- Any resin residue is removed.
- Finally, a rain-repellent treatment is applied.
For your peace of mind, remember that this type of resin is able to absorb ultraviolet light reflection and light refraction, making it the most suitable method for glass repair. Likewise, you should know that the steps described above correspond to laminated glass, since this type is more resistant and its repair is completed with greater precision and perfection.
Car windows: a matter of safety
History tells us that the first motorists wore large goggles to protect themselves from wind, dust, or rain. Later, at the beginning of the 20th century, the first windshields were introduced. In this context, windshield repair consisted of replacing one of its two panes (placed horizontally) if one became dirty or fogged up. However, in the event of an accident, passengers would be seriously injured as the glass shattered into a thousand pieces.
These events led to numerous lawsuits against car manufacturers of the time. Later, and by chance — as often happens in these kinds of discoveries — it was found that cellulose nitrate prevented total breakage of the glass: this is how the first laminated glass was created.
That said, as we all know, technology continues to evolve, and at Ralarsa we are pleased to be specialists in glass repair in each of our workshops, offering the safety every motorist deserves. Along the same lines, it should be noted that there are currently also differences between the types of glass used to make windshields. For example, side and rear windows usually do not have the same safety layer as a windshield, although all types of car glass must pass automotive quality control.
Ralarsa, a truly reliable glass workshop
With Ralarsa, car glass workshop, you can be sure that any of your windows will look as if they never had the slightest scratch! The efficiency, ease, and availability of over 140 centres across Spain make us a leading workshop in the sector, where service quality is guaranteed.
So there you have it: do not hesitate to repair your glass or get a windshield repair if needed. Check our service catalogue and, please, stay safe behind the wheel!
Book an appointment through our website or call us at 900 333 733!
