Looking for a cool way to add a subway tile design and have a light transmitting wall, backsplash or window? With the introduction of the newest size of glass blocks – the 4” x 4” x 4” – it is now possible to create a design that not only has the subway tile/running bond look but also one that can serve the dual purpose of being a window, shower or commercial wall. Learn more about the new block manufactured by Pittsburgh Corning, where it can be used and how it can create a unique residential or architecturally inspired space below.
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How to create a light transmitting glass block subway tile design for a kitchen, bathroom or commercial wall
Saturday, August 27th, 20113 Design Tips for an Extraordinary Patterned Glass Block Window, Shower, Wall or Bar
Saturday, August 6th, 2011
Colored and frosted glass block shower wall checkerboard design Glass block sizes and colors in a random window pattern
Glass blocks stacked on top of each other – that is the single glass block design known by most people. The cool thing is this building material doesn’t only provide a means for a functional window, shower, wall or bar (with one block stacked on top of each other) – it can create a one of a kind window, shower or wall design through the use of patterning as well. Here’s 3 tips to turn an ordinary project into an extraordinary one. Continue reading “3 Design Tips for an Extraordinary Patterned Glass Block Window, Shower, Wall or Bar” »


