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Clearlight Inc.
New to Angi
Glass Blocks - Install

Serving Roby, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Formerly Milliorn Building Specialty, Clearlight is locally owned and operated in Abilene. We offer honest evaluations of your needs while providing you options for solutions. We stock a full line of Loxcreen storm doors. These are sturdy attractive doors in Mill, White, Bronze and Colonial White. We also have heavier custom storm doors available along with the capability of modifying these doors to fit almost any custom application. Because our windows are manufactured in house we can offer custom fits and options of window styles and glass types with lower lead times and better quality control. Installation is also available. We also carry some specialty screen materials in stock including a variety of colors in Sunscreen. We carry a wide selection of glass cut in house. Custom size and type of insulated glass (IG) is also available with installation. All of these products can affect the cooling and heating cost of your home. With rising energy costs and the deregulation of electricity providers most of these products can pay for themselves with energy savings. Give us a call and talk to us about possible energy saving improvements for your home!

Glass Block questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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

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

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