Creative Glass Block will enhance any modern home design during a remodel of an internal room that needs light or a splash of color. Not only are the design choices nearly endless, the material itself provides security while using color to naturally decorate an inside room.

As Love to Know, Home Improvement says, “Colored glass block walls allow homeowners to create a unique look to various areas of their homes. From bathrooms to outdoor kitchens, your wall can be a work of art.”.Creative Glass Eastern Glass Block

In previous posts, we’ve talked about the fire-resistant characteristic of glass block, its energy saving capabilities, the privacy it offers without blocking light, and more. But, its ability to create a warm ambiance in your interior rooms is equally unique.

You can add creative glass block design by randomly putting color blocks into a wall, adding a stripe of color, or make the whole wall with our brilliant color options. You can use our standard colors or develop a custom color especially for your décor.

How is Color Glass Made?

Eastern Glass BlockColor Glass Block is made by using an exclusive glass fusion process, these designs are not decals or paintings – they use specialized color glass that is fused to a glass block. Whether you use a standard color or mural design, using this process does not change the original specifications of the glass blocks!
  • Virtually any custom design can be put on the glass blocks.
  • 40 standard colors, 120 single block designs, and over 55 multiple block wall-art murals available.
  • Glass on glass fusion for durability (cannot be scraped off!)

The Looking at Glass blog asks the question “When you think about glass block windows do you imagine a square, boring windows?”. In response to that question, they provide great examples from Zenteriors of creative glass brick that will give you ideas for your next home project.

If you have questions about what the options are using glass block, or you just want to throw around ideas with someone, you can give us a call at Eastern Glass Block. (800.635.1226) We have been designing and installing Glass Block designs for over twenty years serving New York and New Jersey. We would love to share our experience with you.

Facts and Benefits of Glass Block Shower Kits

Glass Block Shower Kits make it easier and cost-effective to bring the impact of a bright, beautiful glass block shower into your bathroom designs. So you get all the beauty of a custom-built glass block shower — without the “custom” hassle.

Standard or Walk-in Shower Kit OptionsStandard-shower System

For something called “Standard Fit,” it’s quite a revolutionary idea. The Standard Fit Glass Block Shower is sized to fit any bathroom. So, whether you’re replacing an existing tub or adding a new shower to your home, the Standard Fit Glass Block Shower will make the perfect fit.

Walk-in-shower from Eastern Glass BlockFor a truly astounding shower design, step out of the ordinary and step into the beautiful Glass Block Walk-In Shower. A dramatic addition to any bathroom, the Walk-In Shower adds a level of elegance and luxury that today’s discerning homeowner wants.

Mortar or Mortar-less Installation

You can choose either Mortar Installation or the new Pittsburgh Corning ProVantage™ Glass Block Installation System. The ProVantage™ Glass Block Installation System is a mortar-less method that incorporates a special spacer system and joint finish to make it easier than ever before to build beautiful glass block walls and showers. (Refer to this video on “how to install glass block“)

Some Details About Shower KitsEastern Glass Block Shower

Glass Block Shower Kits are available in either the Decora® or IceScapes® Glass Block patterns. The bases of the shower kits are special because they are specially designed to accommodate glass block through molded channels that serve as guides for block placement. Also, they are constructed to support the extra weight of glass block walls.

The NAHB Research Center has certified the bases to meet Z124.2. Glass block installed with mortar is exempt from the safety glazing requirements of all model building codes. The bases are made of Lucite® XL cast acrylic. This high quality material resists chipping and peeling. In the rare event the material scratches, polishing will restore it back to the original shine. Color goes all the way through the material. This hard, non-porous surface prevents dirt from accumulating and resists stains better than other materials. With normal use, Lucite® cast acrylic will retain its beauty with only a minimal amount of care. Low maintenance is always a big plus for a bathroom shower.

All Eastern Glass Block Shower Systems are pre-designed to include:

  • Premiere Series Glass Block Providing
    • Timeless beauty and practicality
    • Durability and ease of maintenance
  • Customized Acrylic Base
    • Designed to accommodate and support glass block
    • Installed like traditional shower bases to help reduce installation time and labor coordination
    • Stain resistant, durable, easy to clean
  • Doors
    • Pre-selected to fit and install with the shower systems
  • Detailed Installation Instructions and Bill of Materials to Simplify Ordering and Installation

Give us a call or send us an email if you are planning to install a Shower. At Eastern Glass Block, we have over 20 years of experience in commercial and residential design in the New York and New Jersey area. (800.635.1226)Contact Us at Eastern Glass Block

The recent outbreak in tornadoes seems to be an indication that our weather has become more extreme than any other time in memory. In fact, the last five years are the five years in U.S. history with the highest insured losses from thunderstorms and their effects, said Robert Hartwig in a Washington Post article, president of the Insurance Information Institute, a trade association for the insurance industry.Eastern Glass Block, New York, New Jersey, Boston, Philadelphia

Having seen the recent devastation from tornadoes to property and people’s lives, many are considering installing storm shelters. When we may think of a storm shelter, we think of the type that Dorothy’s family entered in the beginning of the movie The Wizard Of OZ (thanks Mike S!). However, there are several types of storm shelters. Common examples are shelters built above ground or a safe room inside the home or garage.

Windows would be an appropriate and functional element in an above ground shelter. However, you cannot install just any type of window. You will want to make sure any windows you put into a storm shelter or safe room are tornado-resistant. Tornado-resistant Windows provide the needed protection from the elements while letting people see what is happening outside of the shelter. It also allows for daylighting, which is a benefit both when using the space as a shelter and also as a multipurpose area during other non-critical times.LightWise Tornado Resistant Window

LightWise Hurricane and Tornado Resistant glass block windows from Eastern Glass Block are attractive and easy to install. You get privacy and light aesthetics that you can only get with Glass Block.

Tornado-Resistant Windows are the perfect choice for Safe Rooms, Community Shelters, Schools, Corporate Campuses and Government Facilities.

Pittsburgh Corning’s new LightWise Architectural Tornado and Hurricane Resistant window from Eastern Glass Block has successfully passed the highest standards of performance for FEMA 361 “Design and Construction Guidance for Community Safe Rooms”, meet the large missile impact tests referenced in the International Building Code, and Dade County Approval Protocols. The window provides effective protection against air pressure and flying debris caused by tornado-force winds.

If the Shelter is above ground, then the shelter should be attractive and provide practical application on the property.

  • Meets requirements for FEMA 361″Design and Construction Guidelines for Community Safe Rooms” and FEMA 320 “Taking Shelter From the Storm: Building a Safe Room For Your Home or Small Business”
  • Effective protection against air pressure and flying debris caused by tornado-force winds
  • Factory assembled window provides strength and durability of steel and laminated VISTABRIK® glass block
  • Enhanced security with vision and light transmission
  • Easy to install which means reduced on-site labor costs
  • Protection from damaging UV rays
  • Available in various sizes

Design Consultation

Whether planning residential or commercial construction of Storm Shelters, contact us at Eastern Glass Block. We have over 20 years of experience in commercial and residential design. (800-635-1226)

Tornado Resistant Window Impact Test Video

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