Front Doors with Glass Inserts Add Brightness and Dimension to Your Home’s Entrance If you want to brighten your home’s entryway and add curb appeal at the same time then consider adding door glass inserts. Front doors with glass inserts are a great way to add style and personality to your home’s façade. Your front door is the part of...
The Uses and Benefits of Tempered Glass Unless you are involved in a field of work where glass manufacture or use is front and center, it’s a good bet that you haven’t given much thought to tempered glass and what makes it different from annealed (i.e. ordinary) glass. Tempered glass has an incredibly important role that really can mean the...
The Benefits of Installing Glass Privacy Panels for Decks For many British Columbians, their backyard or balcony is a convenient and comfortable place to enjoy some pleasant weather. Whether you enjoy having a cup of coffee on your balcony or entertaining friends on your deck, installing glass privacy panels can help you make the most out of your outdoor living...
Should I Repair or Replace My Windows? One minute you’re enjoying the view outside your window, the next you’re searching “glass repair near me” on Google. No one wants to discover a crack or chip on their window pane, but life happens. Glass is breakable after all. If you find yourself staring at a broken or cracked window, act swiftly...
Glass is for More Than Just Windows and Doors From decorative to practical – there are many ways that custom glass products can enhance your home. Whether you wish to protect or elevate furniture, create the feeling of privacy without losing spaciousness or want to add some decorative elements, a custom glass product could be the answer. Whatever your custom...
Why the Window Pane You Choose Matters When most homeowners or business owners think about needing new windows they consider the size, shape, style and frame, but often the type of window pane itself isn’t a consideration. Different window panes can offer benefits such as heat insulation, or reflection, increased privacy, sound reduction and perhaps most importantly, increased energy efficiency...
How Buying Local Helps You and Your Community Consumers are often faced with the choice of purchasing goods and services from big businesses or locally-owned businesses each day. Glass products, (which can include windows, glass panels, privacy walls and more) are no exception. The cost, convenience, and variety of goods and services can often sway these tough decisions. When it...
How Low-E Glass Coating Can Help Lower Your Utility Bills Did you find your home or commercial building too cold this past winter? Did it feel like too much heat was coming through during the summer months? With temperatures smashing records across the country, this could be a good sign your building isn’t as energy efficient as you thought. Rising...
Is it Time to Replace Your Skylight? Skylights are a great, eye-catching addition to any home. Not only do they bring in additional light, making smaller spaces seem larger, but they can reduce energy bills too. However, like any window, over time the seals can become worn, which can lead to issues such as leaking or mould. When this happens,...
How Frosted and Textured Glass Can Increase Privacy Without Blocking Light Using frosted glass is an excellent way to preserve the natural light in your home and maintain nighttime and daytime privacy. This is especially important in the most personal rooms in your home, like the bathroom. Obscured glass is also a great way to avoid needing curtains or blinds...