Posted by: glassblockblogger | March 16, 2015

Remodeling Projects That Have Been On-hold are Finally Becoming a Reality

As the household equity position continues to improve, homeowners are starting those remodeling projects that have been on hold for so long.

The NAHB Eye on Housing reported that “The balance sheet of U.S. households with real estate continues to improve – despite tight lending conditions – as increases in home prices continue. The real estate equity position of U.S. households (the difference between assets and liabilities) increased nearly 2.4% for the quarter according to NAHB tabulations of the fourth quarter Federal Reserve Flow of Funds.”

The NAHB goes on to say “The improvement in the balance sheet of U.S. households means fewer underwater homeowners, thereby unlocking housing supply and demand. This type of improvement in the balance sheet of U.S. households with real estate along with further improvements to job market could release pent-up housing demand.”

This is opening the opportunity for homeowners to address those maintenance issues that have been piling up and to also finally make those long-awaited home improvements.

When we consider a remodeling project, getting the best return for our investment is a primary goal.

One of the top 10 projects is installing vinyl replacement windows. In remodeling projects we can expect to experience a high return on investment by taking on a window replacement project with vinyl windows. Eastern Glass Block LightWise RemodelOngoing maintenance is also a significant concern. Glass Block is an excellent choice for a vinyl window that does not cause more work in the future. A glass block window is also great for security and energy efficiency while still maintaining daylighting needs in our living spaces.

Eastern Glass Block LightWise Unique Features

Glass Block is available in pre-assembled, vinyl frame windows. LightWise® Windows are a wise choice when you want the beauty and durability of real glass block with less installation hassle. LightWise® Windows give you a combination of features you won’t find in any other glass or acrylic block window. And now LightWise® Windows are even lighter thanks to our new 2” thick glass block. .

Vinyl glasss block window installation can be quite a bit easier than expected. However, you can choose to have a professional install the windows while you keep control of the project and save time and effort.

Eastern Glass Block installs residential and commercial windows. We can work with you to develop a custom solution that meets your needs. Give us a call at 800.635.1226 

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Posted by: glassblockblogger | March 13, 2015

Color Glass Block For Your Home

The harsh winter weather is coming to an end and the nice, warm feel of the sun in Spring is right around the corner. Your home may not be as cold, but it could be as dull. Have you even considered installing color glass blocks?

Color Glass Blocks add another nice dimension of style to your home. The more the sun is shining on these color glass blocks the nicer it looks both inside and outside your home. Glass blocks can come in a multitude of different colors and you can even mix and match colors to let out the artist in you. Adding color glass blocks to your home lets people see a sense of style and boldness not commonly shown. When light hits these blocks on a nice day it will light up the room in beautiful color accents.

Color Glass Block Window with Decora blocks

Color Glass Block Window with Decora blocks

As well as regular color glass blocks, there are also decorative design murals you can now order to make glass blocks depict a nice picture. For more information on other color glass block applications, see one of our previous blog posts.

There is also a way to design your own mural or color glass block wall/window design, which you can find on our color glass block page on our website. As well as color glass blocks, there are also color glass bricks, which are used more with interior applications. Color glass bricks can be used to desks, counters, baths, showers and partitions all with different color choices you can mix and match.

If you are interested in purchasing color glass block or color glass bricks, please visit our website at http://www.easternglassblock.com or call us at 800-635-1226. For more information on Color Glass Blocks and Color Glass Bricks, please don’t hesitate to call or email us at egboffice@easternglassblock.com. We will be happy to help you in any way we can.

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Posted by: glassblockblogger | March 11, 2015

Decorative Glass Block Product Line Now Available at Pittsburgh Corning

Pittsburgh Corning announces The Expressions Collection, a decorative glass block line, is now available for purchase. The Expressions Collection offers individuals the ability to customize, enhance and add an artistic touch to any wall or window.

Pittsburgh Corning, the leading glass manufacturer of applied glass technology, recently released The Expressions Collection. The decorative glass block line is available by contacting Pittsburgh Corning glass block distributors.

As an innovator in glass technology, Pittsburgh Corning developed the customizable glass block application for use in commercial, educational, government, institutional, and residential buildings. Glass block is a traditionally versatile building material, but the Expressions Collection allows glass block to become a critical design element for any room or building. The Expressions Collection uses a patented process to add design, color or customization to any size or pattern of glass block.

Mural of Tulips with the new Expressions Collection

Mural of Tulips with the new Expressions Collection

“Individual glass blocks are sublimated with images that become part of the glass allowing architects and designers to easily add custom designs to their projects,” said Aaron Liberatore, Industrial Designer for Pittsburgh Corning.

The Expressions Collection helps to enhance the cosmetic appeal of a traditional glass block, but maintains the functional benefits of security, privacy, light transmission and fire ratings. The decorative glass blocks are able to complement any application. A variety of images and murals are in stock using the 8″x8″x4″ nominal size glass block in the DECORA pattern.

Pittsburgh Corning suggests using the decorative glass blocks for a wide range of purposes:

  •     Healthcare Facilities
  •     Schools and Universities
  •     Sport Complexes
  •     Retail Space
  •     Community Centers
  •     Corporations
  •     Wayward Signage

The ornamental blocks can also be used in a private home for individual expression, as well as to showcase a unique work of art.

For more information about The Expressions Collection, please call Eastern Glass Block at 800-635-1226

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