Types of Glass Blocks
When it comes to glass block, there are many types and styles for indoors as well as outdoors. It's just a matter of deciding which style is right for you. Some styles are designed to provide more privacy and other styles give you a more sophisticated or upscale look. The price can vary from company to company based on the different styles and designs. Glass block is more durable than typical windows. Does this Spark an idea?
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See-Through
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One style of glass block is the see-through version. When you look through this glass you can see perfectly, unlike most styles that provide a hazy or fuzzy view. If you have plants in see-through windows, they will receive sufficient sunlight --- these windows allow light to penetrate completely without obstruction.
Vertical and Horizontal Rib
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Another style is vertical and horizontal rib glass. This glass helps you maintain privacy by preventing anyone from seeing through the glass. The sunlight is able to penetrate this glass, although not as much as the see-through version. This window separates the horizontal design from the vertical and all ribs are on the inside for easy cleaning.
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Diamond
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You can also choose the diamond pattern, which lets light penetrate while providing a certain amount of privacy. The design of these windows allows them to cast shadows in a room. The diamond style can add elegance and sophistication to your home.
Grid Pattern
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The grid pattern is another style you can consider if you want privacy and still want to let the sunlight through. An advantage of the grid style is that it will eliminate any glare.
Crystalline
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The crystalline glass block provides more of a stylish or elegant look. This window allows the majority of the sunlight to pass through but the design also permits you to have your privacy.
Fixed Picture
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You can also purchase fixed picture windows, an ideal design for a bathroom or kitchen. These are acrylic block windows that allow light to enter. They come in different patterns and styles. Styles include glacier, wave and column. These windows have a tendency to be larger in design.
Prices
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The price of windows can vary from company to company. Some companies set up their pricing structure based on the size of the window. Glass block windows can be priced in the following way: 32-inch-by-32 inch, $319; 24-inch-by-24-inch, $266; 32-inch-by-16-inch, $259; 32-inch-by-18-inch, $286.
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