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Replacing Single Pane Basement & Bathroom Church Windows with Glass Blocks In Columbus Ohio

By Mike Foti on May 13, 2013. Leave a Comment

After Glass Block Church Windows at St James Episcopal Church with Composite Trim Board Let’s face it – single pane wood framed windows have a lot of pitfalls – they are poor insulators, can be broken into easily and the frames surrounding the sashes deteriorate over time. Transform... Continue reading

Garage windows using glass blocks being mortared for high security and increased privacy

Garage Windows with Glass Blocks – An Excellent Product for an Area Growing in Importance

By Mike Foti on April 13, 2013. Leave a Comment

Garage windows using glass blocks being mortared for high security and increased privacy You may be asking – why should anyone care about the windows being used in a garage and why would glass block windows make sense in this space? Well in case you haven’t noticed garages are becoming a “hot” area... Continue reading

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5 Glass Block Window, Shower & Wall Design Trends & Ideas for 2013

By Mike Foti on January 4, 2013. 4 Comments

Glass tile blocks for windows and shower walls Glass blocks are a building material that has stood the test of time – but like many building materials it is evolving in new & exciting ways. Read below how 5 new glass block products are tying into the design, needs and market trends for consumers... Continue reading

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Choosing glass block basement bath or garage windows for maximum protection

By Mike Foti on September 26, 2012. Leave a Comment

Innovate Protect All Glass Block Basement Window with an Air Vent September 26 2012 (511 words) Installing glass block windows is a great way to provide not only protection from the heat and cold air from outside – but they are also a way to guard your family against intruders. This... Continue reading

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How to compare glass block window and wall fabrication methods

By Mike Foti on August 11, 2012. Leave a Comment

Prefabricated glass block windows using the mortar method If you’re confused about the best method of fabricating a glass block window or wall you’re not alone. In this article you’ll learn about the 3 most popular ways to assemble glass blocks (mortar, silicone and vinyl stack), where to use each... Continue reading

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Understanding Vinyl Replacement Windows & Glass Block Window U and R Values

By Mike Foti on August 2, 2012. Leave a Comment

U values of different types of windows Choosing the best vinyl replacement windows or glass block windows can be tough. Not only do you want to consider their looks, function and cost it’s also crucial to know how energy efficient the windows will be. While many people focus in on looks and initial... Continue reading

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Vinyl Framed Glass Block Windows are not all created equal

By Mike Foti on July 12, 2012. Leave a Comment

Vinyl framed glass window with a tan frame At first glance all vinyl framed glass block windows may look the same – but do not be fooled – it is often the details you may not notice that will make the difference in having a window that performs best in the long run. In the article below you’ll... Continue reading

Solid security glass block in gym window sections

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The benefits and uses of solid security glass block windows & walls

By Mike Foti on March 24, 2012. Leave a Comment

Solid security glass block in gym window sections Building security, vandalism, glass breakage can be a nightmare for maintenance departments and drive up costs for building owners. A solution to this problem is using solid security glass blocks. Learn below the benefits and common uses for this ... Continue reading

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How to install glass block windows in a commercial, industrial, factory or church building

By Mike Foti on January 7, 2012. Leave a Comment

Although many people have seen glass blocks installed in for residential basement and bathroom windows there is a certainly mystique surrounding how to properly perform glass block window installation for commercial buildings. Check out the video below and read these 5 steps to learn the basic ways... Continue reading

Before - St Agatha Church Gymnasium Windows

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Project Spotlight: St. Agatha Church Improves Safety & Looks While Reducing Energy Costs with Glass Block Windows– Columbus Ohio

By Mike Foti on November 16, 2011. Leave a Comment

Before - St Agatha Church Gymnasium Windows broken and cracked blocks The problem: St. Agatha Church in Columbus Ohio had a legitimate concern about the functionality and safety of deteriorated old glass block windows in several second story windows surrounding their gymnasium. Some of these challenges... Continue reading

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