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5 glass block shower wall installation mistakes to avoid like the plague | Innovate Building Solutions

5 mistakes (to avoid like the plague) building a glass block shower wall

By Mike Foti on August 19, 2017. 12 Comments

Updated April 19, 2020 Do you get an idea in your head and are determined to do it despite the naysayers all around you? When you came up with the idea for the glass block walk in shower the doubters came out in force. Here’s some of the “input” from the doubters you’re already had to put up with: Why... Continue reading

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5 inspiring tips you must know to endure a bathroom remodel

By Mike Foti on March 17, 2017. Leave a Comment

Updated March 16, 2019 Do you sometimes think taking on a bathroom remodel is something you must endure more than it’s something you’ll love doing? I’m sure Tami of Agoura Hills, California certainly had these thoughts during her journey (along with her husband Todd) to redo a way-too-small bathroom... Continue reading

5 reasons you don't want to build a glass block shower wall without a plan | Innovate Building Solutions

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5 reasons you don’t want to build a glass block shower without a plan

By Mike Foti on February 25, 2017. 12 Comments

Updated February 10, 2019 Marilyn called me in tears. She said, “Mike, my glass block shower has become a nightmare. These idiot contractors don’t know what they’re doing. The grout joints are lousy, the shower pan and walls don’t match up. Can you help me?” I wish I could tell you this was... Continue reading

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7 Myths about Glass Block Showers

By Mike Foti on November 14, 2015. 8 Comments

Updated April 18, 2020 For some reason the design, construction and trends surrounding glass block showers are a mystery to many people. As a guy whose been in the nationwide supply and installation of glass block shower projects for close to 31 years (that might make me sound old, but I started... Continue reading

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7 Tips to Choose the Right Glass Block Shower Wall Thickness

By Mike Foti on July 18, 2015. 4 Comments

Updated February 23, 2019 Did you know glass block shower walls come in two thicknesses (4” and a thinner 3 1/8” series)? If not – you’re not alone. While the thinner glass block walls were introduced only five years ago the vast majority (about 98% of my customer’s at this time) are choosing... Continue reading

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How to lay out a glass block shower wall

By Mike Foti on April 11, 2015. 2 Comments

Since glass blocks cannot be cut it is critical to lay out and design a glass block shower before installing a base or making decisions on whether to use a door or a walk in design. The article below details 5 tricks to design and lay out your glass block shower for maximum success. Continue reading

How to finish the end or the top of a glass block shower wall | Innovate Building Solutions

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How to Finish the End or Top of a Glass Block Shower

By Mike Foti on January 1, 2015. 8 Comments

Updated March 9, 2019 The question has come up repeatedly – what’s the best way to finish the end and top of my glass block shower wall? The answer – like many things in life is it depends. You may be saying right now, Mike what the H-E-double hockey sticks does it depend on? Well it... Continue reading

Shower Remodel for Improved Style and Accessibility in Cleveland Ohio

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Project Spotlight: Remodeling a small shower for improved accessibility, safety & style – Cleveland Ohio

By Mike Foti on November 3, 2012. Leave a Comment

Shower Remodel for Improved Style and Accessibility in Cleveland Ohio Many shower remodeling projects begin with the challenge of how to creatively “find” space without the cost or expense of having to gut the area and try to “take” square footage from an adjoining room. This challenge is exactly... Continue reading

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

By Mike Foti on August 19, 2010. 5 Comments

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

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