R Factors Glass Vs Plastic

Does anyone have any real data on the insulating properties of glass and plastic? Specifically, aquarium glass vs rubbermaid tub plastic.

I'll have a dig around.

You might have more luck searching "thermal conductivity".

I'll give that a try, unfortunately having a new baby in the house is impairing my higher brain functions.

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Originally Posted by monkeywrench133

I'll give that a try, unfortunately having a new baby in the house is impairing my higher brain functions.

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That'll pass......really, it will. In about 18 years! :P

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Originally Posted by JLC

That'll pass......really, it will. In about 18 years! :P

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HAHAHA- thats no joke there! Kids will do that to you... and to think, it only gets more difficult as they get older, contrary to what we "hope or think" will happen as they get older. Its just different issues.

:P Gee Thanks for the words of encouragement:P

The closest thing that I could find is the following.

Polymers vs Glass