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Morris Homes
New to Angi
Glass Blocks - Install

Serving Wheelwright, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

JL Morris Homes is a locally owned, full-service contractor that serves the Southeastern, Central and Eastern Kentucky area. We offer expert installation, maintenance and repair services for your Home Building and Remodeling needs. Offering over 12 years experience in the construction business.\n\nWhether you need new construction, remodeling or maintenance, you can count on JL Morris Homes for all your building needs.\n

Cherokee Tile, LLC
New to Angi
Glass Blocks - Install

Serving Wheelwright, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Don't let the name fool you, Marvin and his team at Cherokee Tile L.L.C., can do anything from the ground up. Whether its flooring, repairs, a full remodel for the home upgrade you've been dreaming of, nothing is outside his realm of experience. He also has direct experience with special needs retrofitting, so whether its a disability ramp or a disability remodel, call for a true professional.

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Glass Block questions, answered by experts

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.

Glass block windows aren’t fire hazards; fire-rated glass block windows can increase your home’s fire safety. Modern glass blocks are made with materials that can resist high temperatures and prevent fire spread. Most offer a 45-minute fire rating, while some increase it to two hours. Compared to the typical 20 to 90 minute rating for a double-pane window, glass block can increase your home’s safety in the event of a fire.

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 mortar is the best choice for glass block window units. It is specifically formulated for glass block window installation. Glass block mortar is usually a mixture of Portland cement, sand, and special chemicals. It is a white mortar that is applicable inside and outside your home. Do not use regular tile mortar because it may not have the binding strength and flexibility required for glass block windows.

Although glass block windows are made of multiple layers of thick glass, they can still break. If an individual block shatters, it can be removed and replaced, but this is a job for a window repair professional. The project is often complex and may require breaking the block further for removal. Do not attempt to handle it yourself, as the broken glass can be dangerously sharp. A professional will have the necessary tools and expertise to replace the broken glass block quickly and safely. Before hiring, confirm that the repair pro has experience with this specific type of window.

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