After Glass Block Church Windows at St James Episcopal Church with Composite Trim Board
Let’s face it – single pane wood framed windows have a lot of pitfalls – they are poor insulators, can be broken into easily and the frames surrounding the sashes deteriorate over time. Transform Construction contacted the Columbus Glass Block division of Innovate Building Solutions to find a long lasting and high quality solution for this problem. The old basement windows to be replaced were part of a basement renovation for St. James Episcopal Church. Learn below the advantages of glass block church windows and the installation approach used to ensure these windows last over time.
Before - single pane wood framed windows at St. James Episcopal Church in Columbus Ohio before glass blocks were installed
Glass block walk in shower in new construction project for Truberry Homes in Columbus Ohio
With the growth of new home construction and the need for privacy and light in homes on smaller lots the use of glass blocks in windows, walls and showers has come to life. Below learn about the more popular uses of glass block in new construction projects.
Innovate Protect All Glass Block Basement Window with an Air Vent
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Installing glass block windows is a great way to provide not only protection from the heat and cold air from outside – but they are also a way to guard your family against intruders. This fact is pretty well known in Midwest part of the United States where a lot of basement windows, garage windows, and bathroom windows have been installed – but what is not known is there is a new fabrication system that has notched up this the benefits of a glass block window to another level. This system is the Innovate Protect All Glass Block Window which will be explained below.
Glass block vented basement windows for improved ventilation
If your basement has a damp, musty or moldy smell that makes you want to get out of there as soon as possible you likely have a ventilation problem. In fact according to the Environmental Protection Agency the air inside a home can be 3 to 5 times more polluted than the outside air.
Since basements provide a cost effective way to add space to a home without the large expense of a room addition the time to make a basement healthier can be when you do a basement remodeling project. In the article below you’ll learn the advantages of getting more air flow and air changes in a lower level space and also some of the most popular options to accomplish this objective.
If you’ve got old single pane metal or wood framed basement windows that are driving up your heating and cooling costs and could be targets for vandals you’re not alone. Improving your basement, man cave or rec room with glass block windows or acrylic block windows may be the answer to your problems. To guide your decision between these two choices watch the video and read the article below to learn the answers to 7 frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) to help you through this project.
Determining how to choose a glass block or acrylic block window system can be tough. Watch this video below and read these 6 1/2 tips to guide you through the process.
3 kitchen awning windows used below picture windows
Awning window hinged at top crank at bottom opens out
Would you like to get fresh air into your home without worrying about rain coming in? Or would you like to add an operable window above a sliding patio door or below a fixed picture window? If so – an awning window may be in your future. In this article you’ll learn the definition of an awning window and about the advantages, disadvantages and where to use this type of window: Continue reading “Are Vinyl or Wood Awning Windows the Right Choice for your Project?” »
Are you looking to replace your drafty, easy to break, single pane metal or wood framed basement windows? Are you looking for a window product that will give you the biggest bang for your buck? Today’s cost-conscious buyers are increasingly choosing glass block and acrylic block windows to reduce their energy costs and improve family safety and security. Learn below the answers to the 7 Questions to make the best selection in an acrylic or glass block basement window.
Are you trying to figure out how to add space without it adding up to big bucks? Maybe you’ve got a family member moving in, a teenager that “needs more space,” or you’d like an additional bathroom or home office. If a room addition is out of the question you may want to look right below your feet – remodeling your basement. Here’s 5 1/2 tips to lead you through the basement remodeling process:
