Another efficient option is plastic blocks which look identical to
glass blocks. They are often molded from acrylic plastic and are also hollow for efficiency and lighter weight.
The
glass blocks came from the Simply
Glass Blocks company.
Next, the meter is reversed and pointed at the
glass block at a distance of four inches.
Experts estimate that acrylic and
glass blocks themselves are in the same price range and that the labor to install them is what sets them apart.
This powerful yet easy-to-learn design tool, allows you to quickly and expertly turn initial
glass block project ideas into practical 3-D models.
My obsession with
glass blocks began some years ago during a home remodeling project.
A small side light of
glass block from Pacific Accent Products will cost about $175 to $200.
A fireplace and a new television unit at the end of what is now one long room; Debra has cleverly filled in the space from what is an unwanted door with
glass blocks which let in plenty of light; BEFORE Work starts on turning what was once a drab sitting room and a study into a place that the whole family can enjoy; AFTER Knocking down the wall between the two rooms has created one big rectangular space flooded with light Pictures: COLIN POOLE
Lawton says
glass block is a chameleon because it can be used in both traditional and contemporary designs.
You can complete the
glass block project the first weekend
Eventually, they will also have to increase the size of the
glass block to make the technique practical.
Five 3 1/2- by 5-foot panels of tempered
glass block wind while opening the courtyard to views.
