Etched Glass Block – Creating a Personalized Window, Wall or Gift
![Etched Tree Mural in a Glass Block Shower wall](/wp-content/themes/yootheme/cache/Etched-Tree-Mural-in-a-Glass-Block-Shower-wall-c6002421.jpeg)
Question: How can I make a unique glass block window, shower wall or gift which is personalized?
Answer: Use etched glass blocks.
Etched Tree Mural in a Glass Block Shower wallUsing a laser etching process it is possible to transfer high resolutions images onto the surface of a glass block to make a one of kind project or gift. In the video and article below learn 6 options with this exciting new process.
Option 1 – Family photos or memorials – It’s so nice to see pictures of loved ones. With the laser etching process (which uses a high resolution digital image) you can put the picture of your children, mom, dad etc. onto either an individual block or a made into a mural over a group of glass blocks – now that’s personalization!
![Etched glass block gift with pictures of the kids](https://blog.innovatebuildingsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Etched-glass-block-photo-of-kids-for-a-gift-250x186.jpg)
Option 2 – Nature scenes – In the busyness of the lives we lead it’s nice to come home to a serene space (this trend is causing many to create dramatic spa showers and bathrooms). Consider using a tree mural or other nature scene in a glass block privacy window or shower wall.
![Nature scene on etched glass blocks that will be used as a transom window](https://blog.innovatebuildingsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/nature-scene-etched-glass-block-mural-250x186.jpg)
Option 3 – Colored and etched units – Colored glass blocks are available in 52 different colors. It’s now possible to etch and color the same block for a double dose of coolness! The etched image will also become more vibrant against the backdrop of the colored unit.
![Colored and etched glass blocks](https://blog.innovatebuildingsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Group-10-Color-Series-Dichro-and-2-colors-IMG_2785-250x166.jpg)
Option 4 – Sports and hobby photos – Many people practically live and die with their favorite sport or hobby. Whether you like basketball, football, hockey, running – you name it – an etched image can add a special touch to a glass block window or as a gift.
![Golfer on an etched glass block](https://blog.innovatebuildingsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/PIC-17-Pets-Hobbies-and-Holidays-Series-Fore-Golfer-8-x-8-Cumulo-TL-IMG_2695-250x166.jpg)
Option 5 – Etch onto different patterns, thicknesses and shaped blocks– Etched glass blocks can be made onto different glass block thicknesses (both 3 1/8” and 3 7/8”) as well as finishing end blocks in both see-through and wavy (higher privacy) patterns of glass blocks.
Option 6 – Company logos – Whether you want to etch your logo on an individual block for a promotional item or to etch a window or conference room wall it can be done with the etched glass blocks.
![Company logo for a Cincinnati hot dog shop etched on a glass block](https://blog.innovatebuildingsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/WB-image-1-250x140.jpg)
Do you have any interesting images you’d like to have etched onto a glass block? Please give us your ideas below or call with your questions.
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To learn more etched glass blocks visit or call Innovate Building Solutions on a nationwide basis (877-668-5888) or for a local project their divisions including Columbus Glass Block (614-252-5888), Cleveland Glass Block (216-531-6363), West Side Glass Block (216-398-1020) Mid America Glass Block (513-742-5900) of Cincinnati or Dayton and Akron (330-633-2900).
Ken Holmstrom
I just bought a Condo in down town St. Paul, MN. I am reworking the bathroom and intend to use Glass Block construction. My condo will be everything St. Paul. I would like A glass block Mural of the Wabasha Bridge recently rebuilt in the Art Deco Style. The wall will be curved. I can provide specs. Can this be done and could you provide quotes. My phone number is 651-307-9453. Please get back to me . I hope to do the work early in March.