Posts Tagged ‘frosted glass block’

Frosted Glass Blocks Create a Cool Mood, Privacy & Unique Style to any Room

Friday, May 3rd, 2013

 

Colored & Frosted Glass Block Shower Wall Using Finished End Blocks

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.

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Project Spotlight: Transforming a 75 year old small bathroom with a glass block tile shower – San Diego California

Saturday, April 27th, 2013

 

Glass block shower wall using 8 x 8 colored glass blocks and 4 x 8 alternating blocks

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?

 

Existing small shower enclosure

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.

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Project Spotlight: Colored and Frosted Glass Block Shower Window for DIY Home Network BATHtastic Brick Bye Brick Episode

Saturday, October 23rd, 2010
Frosted and colored glass block shower window close up
Frosted & colored glass block shower window wave pattern
Glass block shower wall insert using colored frosted glass blocks
Glass block shower wall using colored & frosted glass blocks

Quite frankly – shower windows can be a pain in the back end. What type of window can you use that will be private, add to the looks of your bathroom and shower and will not rot, rust or deteriorate. This is exactly the problem that Todd and Austene faced in their bathroom remodeling project shown on the DIY Home Network Brick Bye Brick show.  Here’s how they solved this challenge: Continue reading “Project Spotlight: Colored and Frosted Glass Block Shower Window for DIY Home Network BATHtastic Brick Bye Brick Episode” »

Glass Block Bathroom Window Design – Mix Up Sizes to Make Your Project Pop

Thursday, October 7th, 2010
Bathroom window using colored & frosted glass blocks in 8" x 8" & 4" x 8" sizes
Bathroom window using colored & frosted glass blocks – 8″ x 8″ & 4″ x 8″ sizes
Vinyl framed glass block window using 6" x 6" , 6" x 8" and 12" x 12" sizes
Vinyl framed glass block window using 6″ x 6″, 6″ x 8″ and 12″ x 12″ sizes clear and colored glass blocks

Why settle for a boring glass block bathroom window when you can be unique? Let’s face it most glass block windows look the same – one clear cube of block stacked on top of another. Mix up the sizes, add color or frosted designs – why design “inside the box” when you can design “outside the blocks?” Use these 7 points for a unique glass block design: Continue reading “Glass Block Bathroom Window Design – Mix Up Sizes to Make Your Project Pop” »

Product Spotlight: “Use colored and frosted glass blocks to add impact to your next shower, wall or window project”

Thursday, August 19th, 2010
glass block shower with color glass block

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”” »

How to use a glass block bar, wall, window or column in a kitchen remodeling project

Thursday, July 15th, 2010
Glass block kitchen windows underneath cabinetry

Glass block kitchen windows underneath cabinetry

Blue colored glass block bar in a kitchen
Blue colored glass block bar in a kitchen

Why should you design a kitchen that looks like what everyone else has when you can jazz it up with a contemporary flair of color and style? When most people think about using glass blocks they usually picture them in a bathroom or basement setting, but glass blocks in your kitchen provide a focal point to make the room really pop. Here are 3 ideas to consider for your kitchen. Continue reading “How to use a glass block bar, wall, window or column in a kitchen remodeling project” »

How to use a double ended glass block for a bath, kitchen or office wall

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
Glass block shower with double end glass blocks
Shower with double end glass blocks on straight wall

If you’re looking to create a glass block wall that steps down then the double ended glass block is for you. Although this is a great looking block you must design with it in the right way for a successful project. Keep these points in mind for your next step down wall: Continue reading “How to use a double ended glass block for a bath, kitchen or office wall” »

Glass Block Columns or Roman Columns – Both are Built to Last

Friday, June 25th, 2010
Roman Columns

Roman Columns

Colored and Frosted Glass Block Column

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” »

How to Install a Glass Block Bathroom Window in a New Construction or Addition Project

Sunday, June 6th, 2010
glass block bathroom replacement window

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” »

Using Colored and Frosted Glass Blocks to Design a Wall

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010
Glass block shower wall with stripe of blue glass blocks

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” »