We get multiple requests a year for basement glass block windows with vents and we have to explain why they are a terrible idea. Here’s why: Humidity In the summer, your basement tends to be cooler than the rest of the house. Warm moist air rushes into your basement when you open a vent and…
Read MoreVenting Glass Block is a not a good idea. As a masonry product, it’s not really made to have a plastic vent inserted into it. Some of the glass block windows you may have seen that are close to 100 years old do not have them in them and if you really think about it,…
Read MoreChoosing to install Glass Block windows is a great way to subtly improve your room but it should be done with planning and a solid understanding of what you hope to accomplish with what could transform into a new space in your home. A properly installed glass block window tends to brighten up the room while…
Read MoreGlass block windows add light to a space and if done well, can improve the overall feel of a room. It is an affordable option, costing less than double or triple pane windows, while not requiring the framing. Eliminating the Framing, Improving the Light By eliminating the wood frame around the window the homeowner is…
Read MoreThe first thing you should know is that there is no such thing as an honest “ballpark” estimate. There’s no easy answer but here’s a few things that might help you. Here’s what an installation company is looking for: Identify the location the block will be put in. Basement Bathroom Identify the purpose of the block. Privacy Security…
Read MoreWhen a glass block company receives a call and the customer tells them that they have “just standard size” windows, professionals cringe. The Professional knows that there will be a disconnect between what the customer expects, and what can be delivered and for what price it can be installed. So here’s a quick checklist to better understand…
Read MoreWe often hear, glass block “vents give you great air flow”, or so my customers tell me that “Joe” down the street told them. Now I’ll be honest — if you want vents, we will sell them to you, but not because you need them and as long as we’re being honest, not because they’re…
Read MoreA: This is a common question and in order to get the straight answer from a company you have to ask a few more questions. Here’s why: Many homeowners who do their homework prior to having a company come out for an estimate know that mortar is the best way to put together a window,…
Read MoreSome companies try to pressure customers into doing all of their basement glass block windows at the same time. They’ll give lots of reasons, but here’s a quick checklist of what you really need to understand. You don’t need to do all of your windows at the same time if you go with a classic…
Read MoreAs a professional remodeler I see the good, the bad and the ugly. Being an educated buyer is your best defense against inheriting someone else’s problem. Common problems that I see regularly are that low quality materials were used on house flipper projects and low quality installation practices were used. This is not to say…
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