Archive for June, 2010
Friday, June 25th, 2010

Roman Columns

Glass Block Column
Just like these Roman columns I was fortunate enough to visit last week glass block columns can also be designed to last a very long time. Here’s some practical design tips to guide your design, purchase and installation process for a glass block column: Continue reading “Glass Block Columns or Roman Columns – Both are Built to Last” »
Tags: bar, Basement Remodeling, colored glass block, frosted glass block, glass block bar, glass block column, glass block columns, glass block decoration, glass block lighting, glass block wall, lamppost, landscaping
Posted in Basement Remodeling, Commercial Remodeling & New Construction, Glass Block | 4 Comments »
Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

A curved glass block shower surrounded by a claw foot tub

Old Italian Home with a Satellite Dish
Just like this 1850’s Italian home shown above with a satellite dish that I took a picture of during a recent trip abroad combining a modern looking glass block shower into a more traditional, Tuscan or ornate type of architecture can be just the unique element you may be looking for. Here are some unique design ideas for your next shower remodeling project: Continue reading “Combining Old & New – Glass Block Showers are not just for Modern Homes” »
Tags: Bathroom Remodeling, building blog, color glass blocks, corner block, etched glass block, frosted glass blocks, glass block corners, glass block showers, glass block wall, shower remodeling
Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block | 3 Comments »
Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

Operable Casement Style Acrylic Block Bathroom window
I’ve been asked the question over and over – should I use glass blocks or acrylic blocks for my window project. While I will tell you I admittedly have a bias (I’ve been in the glass block business for over 25 years) my companies sell both glass and acrylic products and I try to recommend what’s best for the customer. Here are my pointers on how to choose between these 2 different materials: Continue reading “How to Use Acrylic Blocks vs. Glass Blocks for Window Openings” »
Tags: acrylic block, acrylic block windows, Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block, glass block design, glass block windows, kitchen remodeling, kitchen window, Mulia, Pittsburgh Corning
Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block, Kitchen Remodeling, Windows | 12 Comments »
Sunday, June 6th, 2010

Vinyl framed glass block bathroom window used in a new home
Installing a glass block bathroom window in new construction framed openings has never been easier. Follow these simple steps to get a great looking window that is sized correctly the first time. Continue reading “How to Install a Glass Block Bathroom Window in a New Construction or Addition Project” »
Tags: Bathroom Remodeling, colored glass block, framed openings, frosted glass block, Glass Block, glass block bathroom window, glass block design, glass block sizes, glass block windows, glass blocks, metal framed window, Mulia, Pittsburgh Corning
Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block, Windows | 1 Comment »