Note that this information only applies to America, where the video is made, and where a greedy company bought the rights to Pyrex and swapped in the cheaper soda-lime glass; if you live anywhere else it is likely your Pyrex is still the more expensive, less profitable, but ultimately safer borosilicate
STOP!!! This is absolute slander. Soda lime glass holds up well enough to temper changes that Pyrex is not exploding in everyone’s oven. We all try and be delicate with our glass wear. But accidents happen. I honestly expected better from gear heads.
I was told to watch out for leaded paint on the vintage colorful PYREX dishes… tho I think some of the modern Pyrex has also texted positive for leaded paint
Thanks for the instruction on how to determine vintage pyrex from new by looking at capitalization of the word "pyrex" I prefer vintage PYREX because it just feels like it's better quality. Plus, each piece has a history. I also like the design patterns on the vintage ware, although I don't think I would necessarily characterize the patterns as "funky," LOL!
If the borosilicate glass is better, why did they switch to soda lime? My guess: greed. Man, it surely would be nice if companies actually took pride in their products, and made them to last. I am so tired of planned obsolescence. It is truly evil.
There seems to be ever increasing misinformation concerning what type of glass Pyrex has been manufactured from in the USA. Collectors are further being mislead by false claims that the logo indicates which glass it's made from, as well.
There are generally two kinds of Pyrex bakeware in the US: BOROSILICATE glass– Used for CLEAR Pyrex from 1915 until the 1980s when they began transitioning all product to Soda Lime glass. SODA-LIME glass– Used for ALL opalware (white) Pyrex from the 1940s through the mid-1980’s when it was discontinued. Tinted and clear Pyrex began the transition to soda lime as early as the 1980’s if not before, as well.
Contrary to what you may read on the internet, you can NOT guarantee what type of glass was used based on the logo alone or tint of the glass.
It is a real shame that Pyrex changed the main thing that made their products so great.
The real question is why should I ever buy Pyrex again.
Old PYREX made out of borosilicate glass new pyrex made out if soda lime glass and has a blue tint glass
in europe you still get the good stuff. new stuff in the usa is crap
If it's made in Corning, NY then it's the real deal.
Note that this information only applies to America, where the video is made, and where a greedy company bought the rights to Pyrex and swapped in the cheaper soda-lime glass; if you live anywhere else it is likely your Pyrex is still the more expensive, less profitable, but ultimately safer borosilicate
Any info about the lead levels in the paint on vintage pyrex?
They should do a spot on pyroceram, ie Corningware. The new stuff is stoneware, the old stuff was missile nose-cones.
STOP!!! This is absolute slander. Soda lime glass holds up well enough to temper changes that Pyrex is not exploding in everyone’s oven. We all try and be delicate with our glass wear. But accidents happen. I honestly expected better from gear heads.
Used to be made of what?
Cant get the word
I was told to watch out for leaded paint on the vintage colorful PYREX dishes… tho I think some of the modern Pyrex has also texted positive for leaded paint
Thanks for the information. I wished to get the vintage Pyrex.
Uk still old school 😊 as norm
It's not new vs vintage. It's the difference between the US made modern pyrex and the original PYREX still made in the rest of the world.
My old Pyrex 2 cup measure poured way better. Broke it. Bought a new one. Not great.
Good to know! Thanks
Remember when Coke tried New Coke? However, correct me if I’m wrong, but pyrex is still made in the USA 🇺🇸
Can you please do a review on Corning-ware dishes as well? I understand they are also now made with inferior materials.
Thanks for the instruction on how to determine vintage pyrex from new by looking at capitalization of the word "pyrex" I prefer vintage PYREX because it just feels like it's better quality. Plus, each piece has a history. I also like the design patterns on the vintage ware, although I don't think I would necessarily characterize the patterns as "funky," LOL!
Is this also true for new dishes that have a PYREX logo in all caps? Missing the Pyroflam stuff. Very versatile.
This is not true. According to Pyrex’s website there is a mixture currently.
❤❤ THANKS, FOR THE INFO !!!
How true is it that the vintage ones hvae lead issues? I read conflicting info online
If the borosilicate glass is better, why did they switch to soda lime? My guess: greed. Man, it surely would be nice if companies actually took pride in their products, and made them to last. I am so tired of planned obsolescence. It is truly evil.
There seems to be ever increasing misinformation concerning what type of glass Pyrex has been manufactured from in the USA. Collectors are further being mislead by false claims that the logo indicates which glass it's made from, as well.
There are generally two kinds of Pyrex bakeware in the US:
BOROSILICATE glass– Used for CLEAR Pyrex from 1915 until the 1980s when they began transitioning all product to Soda Lime glass.
SODA-LIME glass– Used for ALL opalware (white) Pyrex from the 1940s through the mid-1980’s when it was discontinued. Tinted and clear Pyrex began the transition to soda lime as early as the 1980’s if not before, as well.
Contrary to what you may read on the internet, you can NOT guarantee what type of glass was used based on the logo alone or tint of the glass.
Goodwill stores are great places to find vintage PYREX without breaking the bank. And you get to help he community! Win, win!
I read reviews on Target website of new pyrex pie dish EXPLODING unto little pieces. Not clear why it happens either!!
You can buy borosilicate glass, if you don't buy Pyrex.
I love her! ❤ Short, informative, useful.