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Palace of Glass

2340 Powell St, Suite 108
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Palace of Glass

2340 Powell St, Suite 108
5.00(
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Welcome to your production house for custom glass: we design and handcraft glass panels and sculptures for your needs! Call us to get quote now based on square footage! Contact online representative for immediate consultation!

Welcome to your production house for custom glass: we design and handcraft glass panels and sculptures for your needs! Call us to get quote now based on square footage! Contact online representative for immediate consultation!

Property Restored

PO Box 265
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Property Restored

PO Box 265
5.00(
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Property Restored LLC is a residential contracting company with a focus on bringing "green" products and services to our renovations and repair services. From our office where we utilize an eco-friendly, minimal waste office to our job-site's where we incorporate sustainable products as effective alternatives to standard materials. It's a goal for us to become a leader in the Kanawha Valley for ECO-construction and our use of sustainable highly renewable materials/supplies.

Property Restored LLC is a residential contracting company with a focus on bringing "green" products and services to our renovations and repair services. From our office where we utilize an eco-friendly, minimal waste office to our job-site's where we incorporate sustainable products as effective alternatives to standard materials. It's a goal for us to become a leader in the Kanawha Valley for ECO-construction and our use of sustainable highly renewable materials/supplies.

OnPoint Home Improvement and Designs

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OnPoint Home Improvement and Designs

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Skilled handyman offering services such as: - Any tile + design - High end painting - Quality drywall and patch work - New and old textures (including new knockdown and orange peel designs) - Decks and out building construction - Deck stains and repairs - Flooring - Small roof repair - Light plumbing - Other outside-the-box project consultations Other services include: - Critter removal - Property preservation Honest, drug-free and reliable. 25 years experience. Great design ideas. MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED! Ask us about senior and veteran discounts. Check our ratings and like our page at www.facebook.com/onpointhomeimprovement References upon request. Contact us for a free estimate now.

Skilled handyman offering services such as: - Any tile + design - High end painting - Quality drywall and patch work - New and old textures (including new knockdown and orange peel designs) - Decks and out building construction - Deck stains and repairs - Flooring - Small roof repair - Light plumbing - Other outside-the-box project consultations Other services include: - Critter removal - Property preservation Honest, drug-free and reliable. 25 years experience. Great design ideas. MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED! Ask us about senior and veteran discounts. Check our ratings and like our page at www.facebook.com/onpointhomeimprovement References upon request. Contact us for a free estimate now.

See It N 3D Design & Technical Illustrations

500 Los Faroles , Carr 861
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See It N 3D Design & Technical Illustrations

500 Los Faroles , Carr 861
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18 years of experience

The end product will be your Blue Prints, Floor Plans, Notes or drawings (non-technical nor artistic required) designed and converted digitally into 3D (Isometric) full color digital images. (animation available). The purpose and value of my service is convey ideas and purpose of my Clients (Architects, Designers, Artists, Contractors, Home Owners etc.) into images from 8.5 to 11" to Large format such as Poster Board or Bill Board size for advertisement or demonstration, Video 3D animation also available. SEEIT N 3D before you build it SAVE $ and TIME. My illustrations are the last step before the project becomes a reality. I have saved my clients thousands of dollars by allowing a Virtual Reality Preview of the end product/ project using the proposed materials, colors and textures. Email for a free consultation, include samples for a quote.

The end product will be your Blue Prints, Floor Plans, Notes or drawings (non-technical nor artistic required) designed and converted digitally into 3D (Isometric) full color digital images. (animation available). The purpose and value of my service is convey ideas and purpose of my Clients (Architects, Designers, Artists, Contractors, Home Owners etc.) into images from 8.5 to 11" to Large format such as Poster Board or Bill Board size for advertisement or demonstration, Video 3D animation also available. SEEIT N 3D before you build it SAVE $ and TIME. My illustrations are the last step before the project becomes a reality. I have saved my clients thousands of dollars by allowing a Virtual Reality Preview of the end product/ project using the proposed materials, colors and textures. Email for a free consultation, include samples for a quote.

Glass Block questions, answered by experts

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

You can still see vaguely into some types of glass block windows at night. Although there won’t be clear definitions, passersby may still see shapes, shadows, and movement through the glass. If you want complete privacy, consider installing diamond glass block windows rather than the typical clear or wavy glass blocks.

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 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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