To cut glass at home safely, gather essential tools including a glass cutter, straight edge, measuring tape, and safety gloves. Clean the glass thoroughly and mark your cutting line using a permanent marker. Apply a thin line of light cutting oil along the planned cut. Position your straight edge firmly along the line and score the glass with a single, continuous stroke using moderate pressure—you should hear a consistent scratching sound. Tap gently from underneath along the score line to encourage breakage or position the score over a dowel and apply even pressure on both sides. For curved cuts, use special notching pliers. Always wear protective eyewear and gloves, work on a flat surface, and practice on scrap pieces before attempting valuable cuts.
