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Serving Vail, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at BBS Built, we pride ourselves on reliability, effective communication, attention to detail and the prestine quality of our work. We possess a distinct talent or knack for the art of custom framing, carpentry, home building, remodels, decks, demolitions, etc. Without equivocation, you name it, we will built it from the ground up. With class, delicacy and to its own polished perfection. \n \nWe look forward to speaking with you further to discuss the ways we can be of service in your future building plans, You can conveniently book with us online or better yet, give us a call today at # (970) 230- 2523 so we can formally introduce ourselves! \n \n

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Glass Block Windows FAQs, answered by experts

Their thickness depends on application, but most glass walls are typically 3/8 to 3/4 of an inch thick. Although it’s not as common, single panes of glass can also be 1 inch thick.

Glass block installation can be relatively expensive due to the range of material costs and the labor time to assemble this type of specialty window. The process proceeds slowly as the glass does not absorb moisture from mortar and silicone caulk takes longer to harden, leaving spacers to hold up the structure until the caulk or mortar begins to cure. Plus, if your current windows have structural issues or damage, you’ll need to repair them before beginning the project, increasing your bottom line. 

Installing glass block windows has benefits and disadvantages, as with most materials. The pros and cons can vary depending on the type of glass block and the window location.

Pros

  • Maintains privacy while letting light into the bathroom

  • Energy efficient

  • Sealed to prevent drafts

  • Aesthetically pleasing

  • Strong and secure

Cons

  • Costly to install

  • Challenging installation

  • Challenging repair

Glass block windows come in various patterns and styles that offer privacy and unique aesthetics. Frosted or textured glass diffuses light and enhances privacy. Wave-pattern glass blocks imitate ocean waves with flowing lines. Ice-glass blocks resemble cracked ice. Fluted glass blocks feature parallel vertical grooves, adding texture and depth. Clear glass blocks, similar to glass Coke bottles, offer transparency with some distortion and may have smooth surfaces or subtle textures, adding visual interest.

Most installations take 1-3 days, depending on the number of blocks and customization requirements.

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