Home Improvement. Hassle-free.
Add To Favorites
Find Contractors
Articles and Tools
  • Articles & Advice
  • Community Pages
  • Maintenance Planner
  • Design Gallery
  • Project Tools
  • Videos
Windows Windows Articles & Advice
Articles & Advice > All Windows Articles > Stained Glass: Not Just for Churches and ...

Stained Glass: Not Just for Churches and Cathedrals

Print    Email   Save  
Text Size   Shrink Text Grow Text

Related Content
Related Articles and Checklists
All Windows Articles
Related Topics
• Home Security
• Doors
• Drywall
Windows Tools

Find Prescreened Professionals

Stained glass is a wonderful addition to any home. Be it a traditional stained glass window over your front door or a custom made piece of glass back lit in your kitchen, this time honored product can provide a touch of class and personality to any residence it is introduced to.

More Versatile Than You Might Think
When most people think of stained glass, images of biblical accounts and church sanctuaries inevitably come to mind. What most people don't realize, however, is how many other uses there are for these beautiful windows. They can be custom made to fit in any space and are available in more designs and colors than you can imagine. A few examples of innovative uses of this product include installing them as a decoration over a bar area, as inset windows in foyer doors, or simply as a hanging window to liven up a family room or kitchen. The possibilities are literally endless.

Think Outside the Box
If you're thinking about stained glass windows for your home, don't let yourself be limited by the traditional forms of the art. For the right price you can have any image or design custom made to match your home and personality. And while these windows are often thought of as antique and traditional, there are artisans out there who specialize in stained glass. Whether you live in a suburban housing development, a historical home, or a contemporary apartment, there's a window out there to match your style.

Get that classy, old world feel! Use this link to install
Stain Glass

More Than Meets the Eye
While most people think beauty when they think of stained glass, it can be a functional addition to your home as well. If you have a room or area in your home that heats up in the summer sun, think about installing stained glass to help keep the area cooler. Your window will provide your home with both energy efficiency and beauty, and that's a tough combination to beat. If you're hesitant about making your new window permanent, purchase a hanging window that can be removed when the weather turns cold or you want a little more light.

If you're looking for a time tested and beautiful addition to any home, stained glass is the answer you've been looking for.

Matt Goering, formerly a carpenter and house painter, is a freelance writer for the home improvement industry who has published over 600 articles.

Rate This Article Recommend This Article Articles To Go
OVERALL RATING Be first to rate this article!
YOUR RATING
Very PoorPoorFairGoodVery Good
Log-in to save your ratings!
Digg This Digg
Submit to Reddit Reddit
Bookmark This Del.icio.us
Add to Google
Add to My AOL 0
Top 5
Service Requests
1.  Bathroom Remodeling
2.  Painting & Staining
3.  Kitchen Remodeling
4.  Build an Addition
5.  Roofing & Gutters
 View All Categories

Related Articles
Related Articles
 The U-factor of Thermal Replacement Windows
 Hanging Different Window Styles
 Install Window Screen
Recent Articles
  Palladian Windows
  Window Coverings
  Faux Windows
Related Galleries
Harvey windows vinyl tilt in Harvey windows
FOR HOMEOWNERS: Categories | Projects | Contractor Directory | Community | Tell a Friend | Refer-A-Pro | Screen-A-Pro | Service Guarantee | 10-Point Screening
FOR CONTRACTORS: Contractor Advertising | Construction Jobs | Contractor Leads / Join Our Network
SERVICEMAGIC SITE: Home Improvement | Log In | About Us | Contact | Help | Careers | Site Map | Articles | Galleries | Videos | Project Tools | RSS Feed | Affiliates
LEGAL: Privacy (Updated) | Terms & Conditions
© Copyright 1999-2008, ServiceMagic, Inc. All Rights Reserved.