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Stained Arts Studio
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Stained or Specialty Glass - Repair

Serving Asherton, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

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Customers say: Quality work

"He is an exceptionally fine artist and did all the stained glass in our church. He quickly repaired them when kids broke them. He is very responsive and does excellent work."
Goodrich U. M. C.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Anahuac Baptist Church
Jesus & Mary
Rose Bible

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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Direct Building Center
New to Angi
Glass Blocks - InstallGlass Blocks - Install - For Business

Serving Asherton, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Direct Building Center is the first choice in renovation and remodeling in Texas. Located in Laredo, Texas, we service Laredo and the surrounding areas. We offer renovation, remodeling and repair services to residential and commercial clients. Our showroom is open to the general public daily. In our showroom prospective clients can get ideas and inspiration for an upcoming project or purchase products for an existing job.\n

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Glass Block questions, answered by experts

Yes, many professionals provide custom-cut glass replacements for enclosures that require precise sizing.

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.

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.

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

Heavy glass tends to be more expensive than thin glass because it is stronger and more durable. In most cases, ¼-inch-thick glass is ideal for mirrors, and ⅛-inch-thick glass is ideal for residential windows. Heavier glass isn’t always necessary, and can be more challenging to hang or install. Work with a local window installation pro for replacement or new construction windows.

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