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I'm interested in making a glass panel inset for my front door, about 18" x 58". My plan is to make it out of random pattern bars pieces, Coe 90. I'm wondering how thick the inset should be so that it's strong enough. I'm thinking 1/2 to 3/4" should be enough but that's just a guess.
Also, I'm guessing that will make the piece pretty heavy. Maybe there's some sort of weight chart that would allow me to figure it out?
And given the weight, I'm wondering if it'll impact the opening and closing of the door. The door in question is a hollow core front door. It's got a security door in front of it and I'm in a gated community. So I'm not really concerned with break-ins.
Thanks in advance.