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Mallin & Hampton Custom Tile
New to Angi

Serving Cullowhee, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Joey Mallin with Mallin & Hampton Custom Tile would like to provide our customers with excellent customer satisfaction and 100% confidence that there job has been done correctly. Here at Mallin&Hampton we strive to do the best we can in every situation no matter what the job we pride our self on not cutting corners and going the extra mile to make sure the job is done right!!

JTRBL Design and Remodeling LLC
New to Angi

Serving Cullowhee, NC and surrounding areas

We are committed to providing reliable, high-quality service with attention to detail and customer satisfaction as our top priorities. Our goal is to make every project smooth, efficient, and done right the first time. We take pride in honest communication, dependable work, and delivering results our customers can trust. Whether the job is large or small, we approach every project with professionalism and care.

Glass Block questions, answered by experts

Luckily, glass block windows need minimal maintenance. Other than regular cleaning, the only maintenance involved in having a glass block window is inspecting for cracks every year and applying sealer to the mortar joints if the blocks are set in masonry mortar. Glass block windows hold up well against wind and moisture better than traditional windows and are not prone to rot.

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.

Glass walls are more expensive overall than their brick or drywall counterparts. However, if you need walls for a building with more than two or three stories, glass walls are the more budget-friendly option.

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.

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