Posts Tagged ‘frosted glass block’
Friday, May 3rd, 2013

Colored & Frosted Glass Block Shower Wall Using Finished End Blocks
Are you looking for more privacy (without having to use blinds or curtains) for a bathroom window (or basement window for that matter)? Do you want to move some colored light from one space to another while having a understated look? If so – frosted glass blocks are an option to consider. Learn below what a frosted glass block is, the various options available and where they can be used to create add privacy, create a cool mood or just provide a decorative look in a residential or commercial space.
Continue reading “Frosted Glass Blocks Create a Cool Mood, Privacy & Unique Style to any Room” »
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Saturday, April 27th, 2013

Glass block shower wall using 8 x 8 colored glass blocks and 4 x 8 alternating blocks
When you live in Southern California it’s essential to make every inch of a small bathroom count….and that’s exactly what Jeff R. accomplished in his recent bath renovation project. As Jeff said, “The bathroom in our 75 year old home was shot. The tile had hairline cracks, the shower area was dark, the shower pan was failing, and the earthquakes and tremors where part of the cause of the tile falling apart.” It was not possible to change the size or layout of this room – so the challenge would be to make the space nicer and more functional…but how?

Before renovation - old tile shower enclosure was closed in by stud walls
Learn below how Jeff, his wife, an interior designer and their contractor not only used materials like a unique “floating” glass block wall to create a fresh contemporary look – but also embraced a famous tile design element to make their small space sparkle.
Continue reading “Project Spotlight: Transforming a 75 year old small bathroom with a glass block tile shower – San Diego California” »
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Saturday, October 23rd, 2010

- Frosted & colored glass block shower window wave pattern
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Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block, Windows | 3 Comments »
Thursday, October 7th, 2010

- Bathroom window using colored & frosted glass blocks – 8″ x 8″ & 4″ x 8″ sizes
Tags: colored glass, colored glass block, frameless glass block window, frosted designs, frosted glass, frosted glass block, glass block bathroom window, glass block blog, glass block shower window, glass block sizes, shower window, vinyl framed glass block window
Posted in Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block, Windows | 5 Comments »
Thursday, August 19th, 2010

glass block shower with colored glass block accents
If you’re looking for a unique shower, wall or window consider adding colored or frosted glass blocks to your next project. Here are some specific design ideas for you: Continue reading “Product Spotlight: “Use colored and frosted glass blocks to add impact to your next shower, wall or window project”” »
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Posted in Bathroom Remodeling, Commercial Remodeling & New Construction, Glass Block, Kitchen Remodeling | 5 Comments »
Thursday, July 15th, 2010
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Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
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Posted in Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Commercial Remodeling & New Construction, Glass Block, Kitchen Remodeling | 4 Comments »
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” »
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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
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Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

Glass block shower wall with a blue glass block stripe.
If you’re looking for a way to make a stylish glass wall cost effectively I would recommend considering a frosted or colored glass block wall. Whether you’re building a shower stall, conference room, interior partition wall, or a recreation room bar – a glass block wall with colors can add style, structure and move light. Other places colored glass blocks have been used is in church windows, exterior windows on the side of homes, transoms, and kitchen backsplashes. Continue reading “Using Colored and Frosted Glass Blocks to Design a Wall” »
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Posted in Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Glass Block, Kitchen Remodeling | 8 Comments »