Glass Partition Walls in Residential Applications

Glass Partition Walls in Residential Applications

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Glass partition installation is used in many different ways in the modern architecture of today. When we think of glass partitions we always think of places such as the lawyers, dentist, doctor’s offices. Also, we usually see glass wall partitions in the office buildings and malls. Glass office partitions are fast becoming a choice for residential applications today. These partitions are used in ways that will add an extra touch of style and elegance to almost any room in the home. With the development of safer glass and construction techniques glass partitions are making a big impact in home and commercial design.

Glass Partition Walls – a Trend in Residential Design

Glass partition wall design is a more modern trend for separating bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and office from the rest of the home living areas. Drapery fabrics along with glass are among some of the best combination choices when separating the different areas of your home. The room dividers that separate bathrooms and bedrooms are often made of glass to separate and protect from the steam of the bathroom. This method can also be used with drapes when you prefer more privacy. This is a very elegant way to add style and elegance to any room and also a great way to save space.

Glass Partitions Between Kitchens and Living Rooms

Glass partition walls are also used between kitchens and living room to help separate between the two rooms while also not closing the kitchen off from the rest of the house. These kitchen glass partitions allow for a wide open feel while still protecting the living room and the rest of the house from the noise and heat that comes from the kitchen. Not only do they protect the surrounding rooms glass partitions have been known to have family crest as well as other elegant designs etched into the partitions allowing for a personal touch.

Smart Glass Use in Glass Partitions

Another great advancement of today when it comes to glass partitions is the development of smart glass. Smart glass is a clear laminated glass that can be switched on to become opaque for privacy. This glass is a great choice for privacy without using drapery. This type of a partition is a great choice to use in showers as well as glass office walls that separate the bedroom from the bathrooms and can be switched between clear and opaque for a privacy choice without spending the extra money on drapery and drapery hardware. Added with the right finished hardware this is a great looking partition.

Glass Partitions Installation and Maintenance

With the innovations of glass technology we have today there are many different applications that will appropriately accommodate any need that you may have in your home. It is hard to beat the elegance and style that glass can provide today. Glass partitions that are well kept and cleaned often will look great while providing you with the sanitation and cleanliness needed for a healthy lifestyle. Be sure to do the research needed to make the decision of the placement of your glass walls and partitions (read about: Glass Walls and Partitions – Three Attractive Design Benefits). Your local glass contractor, SkyWindowsNJ.com, will be glad to answer any questions you may have about using glass partition walls in your home or place of business.

 

Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: How to Select Them for Your Home

Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: How to Select Them for Your Home

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Choosing the right bathroom plumbing fixtures is a very important step of any bathroom remodeling or construction job. You have already spent the money and time upgrading or adding the correct shower that will fit your need in your bathroom. You want to make sure that the bathroom plumbing fixtures (Learn also: Main Tips on Choosing the Right Bathroom Fixtures) you choose will give you the same quality and years of performance that your new tub or shower will give you. There are many options available for you to make your decision when choosing a sink, faucet, or toilet to add the design and purpose you are looking for in your new bath.

Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: Sinks

Sinks are available to you in many different sizes, shapes, and finishes. You will want to keep in mind the theme or setting of your bathroom when you make this decision. Your sink will serve as a main focal point in your bathroom. It will be the most used one of bathroom plumbing fixtures so keep this in mind when you make your decision. You will want to use a sink that is easy to use and can accommodate the right type of faucet that will fit your needs. A pedestal sink will save room, will not have a storage option that you will have with a sink that is mounted in a vanity.

Material Options for Sinks

A range of material options opens up a lot of room for creativity in your bath. One of the most common materials sinks have been constructed in the past is china porcelain. This material is commonly white or ivory but can also be found in many other color options. Glass is also another material option but can be more expensive. Cast iron is a heavy duty option while other materials such as copper or bronze or popular but will take more maintenance.

Bathroom Faucets

Faucets are available to you in many different styles. Today’s faucets are designed to be more water efficient than ever before. Most of your faucets are made with built in water savers. The faucets of today are also constructed with materials that are less corrosive that will provide with a longer lifespan. When it comes to design you have more choices available to you than you might think. There are single handle faucets for easy operation as well as your standard two knob function. You can also choose from your standard faucet and faucets that have a longer neck on them that will make them easier to use. You will need to take a visit to your local home showroom to see and try the many options available to you. The style of faucet that you use will need to be determined on your personal preference.

Toilets

Your standard toilets are 14-15 inches tall. You can also purchase toilets that are taller at 16-18 inches tall. You need to take into consideration which height will be a better fit for you. Taller toilets will be a better fit for wheelchair accessibility (Read also: Custom Bathroom and Shower Designs for Elderly and Handicapped). Toilets are available to you in a full range of colors. You may also choose from your standard two piece toilet or a more expensive one piece choice. Today toilets are also designed to use less water helping save money and to conserve water.

Regardless of the choice you make when you choose your bathroom plumbing fixtures you want them to look good as well as functional. Visit www.skywindowsnj.com to learn more.

Glass Handrails and Banister Options

Glass Handrails and Banister Options

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Banister and handrails are not just another way to keep us safe. In today’s architecture they are used to provide some of the most awesome ways to display glass and terrific looking hardware that will add a touch of style and elegance to any décor. Both inside and outside guardrails are now constructed from several types of materials for the frame and then add glass for a very appealing and functional touch. There are several different techniques that are used that finish off these guardrails and glass handrails in ways we never thought possible. We will take a look at some of these techniques that make banister rails and glass handrails a work of art in the architecture of today.

Fixed Face Glass Handrails

Fixed face rails are mounted with different types of hardware so the hardware will not hinder the visibility through the panels. Fixed glass handrails will add value and prestige and is growing in popularity in homes, public areas and commercial buildings. This type of glass railings mounts will allow your glass to be structurally sound with minimal intrusion of a crystal clear view.

Spigot Mounted

High grade stainless steel mini posts known as spigots that support the glass panels providing a classic look and combination of stainless steel and frameless glass. These are small stud pieces that are mounted in the foundation and the glass in them placed in a standing position. The glass is attached to the studs by stainless blots.

Channel Set

In this method glass is mounted in an aluminum base inside a channel that is located in the base. In some cases, this channel can be found mounted on top of the foundation where the glass railing is located. In some of the more elegant applications these aluminum frames can be found recessed into the floor or foundation allowing only the glass panels to be seen in this aluminum glass railing system.

Semi Frameless Fixed Post

This is a more traditional look where the glass panels are mounted to the stainless steel post that is mounted to the foundation. The glass is then mounted to the post by use of stainless steel hardware to provide a great modern look.

Stainless Steel Post and Rail

This is another traditional method much the same as the fixed post method. In this method there is a handrail that is mounted from post to post providing a stronger handrail for better protection and safety.

These are just a few of the many methods in which glass can be combined with stainless steel rails, hardware, and post to obtain a great modern look for handrails. There are many other methods that will use other types of materials other than glass to attach to the post and rails. In some cases, stainless cable and wire are used that are placed between the posts to obtain a nice industrial application. If you are in a new construction project that will require handrails for protection you may want to contact your local contractor, SkyWindowsNJ.com, to take a look at some of the modern applications that are being used for rails today. SkyWindowsNJ.com also provide glass railings brooklyn ny, glass, cable and metal railings installation and repair.

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Glass Patio Covers or Enclosures – Great Year-Round Investment

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Glass is becoming more widely used in any type of construction today. Most of the time when we speak of glass construction the first thing that comes to our mind is the huge glass panes and glass panels that are used in storefronts and in many of the curtain wall construction that most of our buildings and skyscrapers are designed with today. Many home options of today include glass structures used in many different ways that we are not used to seeing glass used. Glass is used today for structures for winter gardens and greenhouses. One of the biggest growing uses of glass is adapting it for glass patio covers.

Glass Patio Enclosures – Enjoy the Outdoors All Year Round

Glass canopies will allow you to use your outdoor structure all year long. It will provide protection from sun, rain, and wind. Glass patio covers not only include patio tops, they are completely enclosed in glass to give you a complete outdoor area. This glass enclosure would be a great retreat on a cold winter day. Imagine what it would feel like to have the protection from the wind while feeling the warmth of the sun. During the summer months some of the glass panels could be covered with blinds to help protect you from the sun. Patio glass enclosures can also be chosen to have tinted glass included to help filter some of the sunlight.

Glass Patio Covers or Enclosures  – Types of Glass

The construction of a glass patio covers or enclosures will consist of choosing the glass type you prefer. A tinted glass is recommended but how much tint is to be used is strictly dependent on the location in which you live. If you live in a northern climate you will need to filter some of the light but you will still need the sunlight to help you stay warm and to keep your plants nourished with the sunshine. If you live in a warmer climate you may need to consider the use of a darker tint to protect you from the heat of the sun.

Glass Patio Covers – Types of Frame

The type of frame that is to be used is also another consideration you will need to take a look at. Aluminum frames are usually the most common materials that are used. Aluminum is used because of the lightweight construction it provides. Aluminum is also available in a variety of colors to match any décor you may have. Not only is the aluminum available in different colors they are available in several different styles and finish patterns. Aluminum will also provide you with a lifelong material that does not require regular maintenance. These aluminum frames are fitted with the rubber gaskets and gussets that are needed to hold the glass secure while providing you with an airtight seal for the glass.

Work on Your Project with Your Local Contractor

If you are considering to add an extra outdoor area, you will want to consider a glass enclosure. Take a look at glass patio covers for a great look of style as well as elegance. Visit your local glass contractor, SkyWindowsNJ.com, to see the options available to you for your glass patio cover or enclosure. SkyWindowsNJ.com also provide, glass porch enclosure, sliding glass patio doors, glass canopy installation.

 

Frameless Glass Canopies | Entrance Ways with Style

Frameless Glass Canopies | Entrance Ways with Style

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With the growing number of architectures designing with glass there is an advance in glass technology that is showing up in many different ways everywhere. Glass canopies are now being designed that can be mounted with a type of hardware that will not need frames to hold the glass. These frameless glass canopies look great and add a fresh clean look to many different types of architecture. They are being used in both commercial and residential applications. With the use of glass installation techniques of today glass is being used in ways that we would not have thought was possible in the years past. Frameless glass canopies are one of those fast growing techniques.

Frameless Glass Technology – Durability and Great Look

Frameless glass technology is not only designed to use glass as a shelter but they are also amazing looking additions to any building. In some cases, the glass canopies that are constructed of frames are very strong when it comes to the strength of the structure. Even though these frames are secure at times they can block the sunlight as well as get in the way of your vision. With the use of stainless steel hardware glass can be mounted in ways that will not obstruct the vision through the glass. Not only stainless steel hardware is weather resistant and requires very little maintenance it will also provide an amazing addition to any architecture. The combination of stainless cable and stainless bolts has always been a great addition to any type of structure.

Types of Glass for Frameless Glass Canopies

One of the questions we may ask is “How does glass hold up to some of the situations that weather can bring?”. This is a great concern of a lot of glass canopy clients. There are several types of glass that can be used in the construction of glass canopies. In the construction of simple frameless glass canopies, glass that is at a thickness of ½” or thicker is used. The laminated glass gives it the strength needed to be used for this type of application. In larger frameless canopy applications an acrylic glass is used. This acrylic glass is used because of the weight of this type of glass. This glass application is lighter in weight allowing it to be used in larger applications. Acrylic glass can also be made in different shapes and sizes that add even more style and glamour to any frameless glass applications.

System That Is Beneficial for Smaller Entrance Ways

Frameless glass canopies are also a great choice for some of the smaller entrance way of many homes and businesses. One thing that makes these types of canopies useful over entrance ways is the fact that posts or columns to support the canopy are not needed. You have the protection you need but do not have the post and columns crowding the smaller entrance ways. If you are planning a construction of a new home or a new building for your business, consider taking a look at frameless glass canopies to add a great touch of innovation to your building and contact your local contractor, SkyWindowsNJ.com. They also provide glass canopy installation and other types of glass installation.

Everything You Need to Know about Retrofit Windows

Everything You Need to Know about Retrofit Windows

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If you live in an older home and are looking to remodel or upgrade your home the windows of the home are usually the first place that someone looks at to replace. If you live in an older home this may be the only true upgrade that will need to take place. Some of the older homes have leaking single pane windows that will allow unwanted heat to enter the home during the summer and much wanted heat to escape during the winter. Retrofitting windows for your home can be accomplished in much easier fashion with the techniques that have been developed. We will look at some of the advantages that will benefit you if you decide to replace the windows in your home with retrofit windows.

Retrofit Windows Are the Best Choice for Older Homes

A lot of the older homes have windows that are not your standard sizes. If you want to replace the windows that are not standard these window opening can be matched with retrofit windows that are custom made to fit these openings. In some cases, windows have been hung behind bricks that cannot be removed. These frames have to be destroyed to be removed. After the frames have been removed a measurement can be taken at the window openings between the bricks. These custom windows are easily installed back in the brick opening to provide a great airtight fit. Making sure that replacement windows are installed into the openings in the correct way is very crucial. It doesn’t matter how well the window is constructed, what matters is window installation.

Why Retrofitting Windows Is Saving Money

One of the main reasons why we want to upgrade the windows of a home is for saving money. Saving energy and cutting heating and cooling cost is the best way to save money. In most of the older homes you will find single pane glass windows. These single panes windows will allow for temperature changes in the home through convection. In a lot of cases these single panes are installed with caulking or spackling that become brittle and crack with time.

Insulated Glass Windows

With retrofit windows, insulated glass panels are used to replace the single pane windows. These insulated glass panels can be constructed for any window size. Insulated glass windows are available with tinted glass as well. Check with your local glass contractor to see the several different types of insulated windows that are available to you.

Materials for Custom Retrofit Windows

Custom retrofit windows are also available in several popular materials. Aluminum windows were among the most popular when the construction of custom windows was first introduced. Several different colors and finishes were available to choose from. Today one of the most popular choice of building materials to use for these windows is vinyl. Vinyl is a long lasting, low maintenance material available in several different colors. Vinyl replacement windows are very popular when it comes to choosing custom and retrofit windows. If you are considering to replace your windows and you need custom windows constructed, your local contractor, SkyWindowsNJ.com, will be glad to work with you to see which types of windows are best for you.

Sliding Glass Patio Doors: Bring the Outdoors Inside

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Sliding Glass Patio Doors: Bring the Outdoors Inside
Sliding Glass Patio Doors: Bring the Outdoors Inside

If you really want to bring the outdoors inside, you might want to look into installing sliding glass patio doors. This is a wonderful way of opening the exterior wall so that the room exits into the yard. The sliding patio doors have become a fixture in many homes for good reason. While a nice bay window is lovely and it does open up the wall to a great view it just doesn’t match the useful beauty of sliding glass patio doors. The window does not give you access to your glass porch enclosure or outside living area and most bay windows are very expensive. You can achieve a great, open look without spending way too much money in the process.

A Convenient and Stylish Addition to Your Home

The sliding glass patio door is basically designed with a frame that contains two pane glass windows but it is also aesthetically pleasing in design. It also serves as a convenient entrance to your patio space, it also opens the room bringing some of the natural beauty of the outdoors and natural sunlight inside. The sliding patio door is a convenient addition not only to your bedroom but also is used in the kitchen, family, and great rooms. In some cases, there has been more than one sliding patio doors used so the entire wall can be opened when needed, creating a sliding glass wall.

Sliding Glass Patio Doors Are Great for Smaller Houses

You also can benefit from its smart design that does not require swing space for the door to open. Since the sliding patio door slides open rather than swinging into the home you have a lot more space in the surrounding area. This is wonderful for smaller houses that really benefit from the illusion of open space as well as the extra square footage in the room. The storm panels that are used for the glass in a sliding patio doors are insulated so that you will receive protection from the sunlight in the summer as well as allowing the natural sunshine to help you stay comfortable in the winter months.

Sliding Glass Door Frames – Different Dimensions and Materials

Sliding glass doors frames can be constructed to almost any dimension to retrofit any opening you may have in your home. In some cases, the windows of the home can be removed and a sliding glass door frame can be constructed that will fit in the opening after the windows have been removed. Not only can these frames be constructed to certain dimensions there are also several different materials that can be used. One of the most common materials used for sliding glass door construction is aluminum. Aluminum is lightweight and is available is a few different colors and finishes. Vinyl is also a great choice of low maintenance materials available in a vast array of colors.

Consult Your Local Contractor

If you want to add something to your home that will allow you access to your patio or outside living area be sure to check out glass sliding doors for your home or business. Your local glass contactor, SkyWindowsNJ.com, will be able to assist you with any questions you may have concerning sliding glass patio doors. SkyWindowsNJ.com also provide, glass door and window installation.

Frameless Glass Shower Doors in Bathroom Design

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Frameless Glass Shower Doors in Bathroom Design
Frameless Glass Shower Doors in Bathroom Design

Big strides have been made today when it comes to bathroom design. One of the biggest additions to any ideal bathroom is the showers. Showers of today have become an elegant addition to any bathroom. A shower can be added to just about any location and are constructed from beautiful tiles and glass blocks that provide a pleasant retreat from the daily routines we all experience. Along with these fantastic showers come frameless glass shower doors. These doors help to give the shower a great finishing touch while benefiting the shower in several different ways. Not only do they provide great benefits but also great functionality.

Shower Doors That Look Elegant and Are Easy to Operate

Frameless glass shower doors will provide you with a more open feel. You will not feel like you are confined inside a small shower much like you would in the showers of the past. In the past most showers were made of tub and shower combinations that used sliding glass doors that hung from tracks. These sliding doors were hard to operate and always seemed be covered with soap scum and build up. Frameless glass shower doors will be easier to operate as well as keep clean. With the openness of these doors you will not cover up the beauty of the tiles work and other great shower and bathroom fixtures keeping your shower the focus and showcase of your bath.

Frameless Glass Doors Are Stronger

Frameless glass shower doors are also much stronger than your typical shower doors offerings. These doors offer you a look of elegance with the great quality of toughness. Standard shower doors range from 3/8” to ½” in thickness. This will provide your shower with doors that are rigid and will last for years to come. Frameless glass shower doors are made completely of glass. They do not need frames to support their weight. These doors operate universally by opening and shutting on hinges. This will eliminate any type of track and other hardware that would get in the way as well as take away from the elegant look of your shower.

Safety of Frameless Glass Shower Doors

A question that you may ask as a homeowner when you start looking into frameless glass shower doors is whether the glass is safe if the edges aren’t hidden by a protective frame barrier.  Frameless glass edges are filed down to a smooth surface that presents no danger to anyone climbing in or out of your shower. And since glass showers are made of tempered glass they are also very difficult doors to shatter or break. Glass shower doors are actually much safer than the shower doors from the past. Glass doors can be used in any design situation. These doors can be circular, oval, or triangular in shape allowing you to add the doors to any type of shower design.

Seek Professional Advice

Consider adding frameless glass shower doors to your shower to help upgrade your shower proving you with the look of elegance that will enhance any bathroom. Contact your local contractor, SkyWindowsNJ.com, to have your frameless glass doors measured and designed for your showers and baths. SkyWindowsNj.com also provide shower doors installation. Make your shower standout from the rest.

Glass Innovations | Glass Countertop and Walk in Shower

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Glass Innovations | Glass Countertop and Walk in Shower
Glass Innovations | Glass Countertop and Walk in Shower

Glass has been around for centuries even before the BC times. In those days glass occurred naturally and it was used in ways that were looked at as precious commodities. The first thing that comes to our minds when we think of glass is windows. Windows have helped us to look through walls as well as helping us to feel more comfortable in the different weather climates we live in. Today techniques have been developed to help us use glass in many ways that were not conceivable in the past few years. Glass and architecture are combined in ways today that allow for some really awesome designs. We will take a short time to look at the ways glass is being used today in a glass shower enclosure and for a glass countertop.

Glass Shower Enclosure

Glass allows for the development and construction of walk-in showers in places that you have never dreamed that you could put a shower. Glass shower enclosures can be made almost any size and shape to accommodate for a shower to be constructed almost anywhere. There are several different types of glass available to you for the creation of almost any type of ambience you prefer in a shower. Clear and tinted glass is available for you as well as obscured glass choices for people that prefer more privacy. Smart glass technology of today allows for glass to go from clear to obscure by the flip of a switch. You can pair your glass showers with the many types of hardware that is available for you to create your own one of a kind shower.

Coated Glass Countertop/Vanity Top

As the years have past our countertops have been through many years of abuse as well as many different types of materials that have been adapted for use on our countertops. I can remember the days when laminated countertops were the way to go. These countertops were available to you in any color imaginable. Laminated countertops needed replacing after a few years. The development of stone and granite tops gave us a longer lasting option. Today there is a glass countertop option that is available for you to consider. With the development of laminated glass you can obtain a glass countertop that is much like the glass top stoves we are using today. Not only are these glass countertops strong they are much easier to keep clean. The ease of cleaning that the glass countertop provides makes it an excellent choice for use on bathroom vanity tops.

Implement Glass in Your Project

These are only a couple of ways that glass in being developed and used in many different ways in today’s architecture and design. There are many ways that glass is being developed for use to give us the elegant choices we have from glass today. If you are deciding on a remodeling or a new construction project it is time you visit your local glass contractor, SkyWindowsNJ.com, to be sure to see the many ways glass can be used today in your shower enclosure and for your glass countertop. Not only does glass look amazing it will also last you for years to come.

6 Great Reasons for Using Glass Partitions in Your Office

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6 Great Reasons for Using Glass Partitions in Your Office
6 Great Reasons for Using Glass Partitions in Your Office

Glass partitions are becoming more and more popular today. When many businesses locate to a new building they have to remodel and reconstruct the buildings they move to so they can take advantage of the huge spaces that the building has to offer. One of the simplest and cost effective ways to accomplish this task is through the use of glass wall partitions. They will offer you several distinct advantages that your typical wall partitions will not do for you. If you are looking to add new office spaces to your building then you will want to take a few minutes to look at some of these advantages that glass partitions have for you. Here are some of the great reasons why glass walls and partitions will benefit your business.

Low Cost Way of Reshaping Your Office Space

Glass partitions offer you a low cost way of adding extra rooms for your business. You can also take advantage of glass panels that are removable. Sliding glass walls will travel along tracks to make the partitions movable so you can close them when the need for privacy arrives and then you can move them out of the way if you find the need for a more open area.

Glass Partitions Vary in Color

There are also plenty different choices when it comes to color. You may choose to have a clear glass partition but you also have the option of tinted glass for a more private option. There are also smart glass panels that are available that will go from clear to obscure by the simple flip of a switch.

Class Thickness Choice

Glass thickness is another option that you can choose from when choosing your glass wall partitions. It goes without saying if you prefer a more permanent glass partition then you would choose the thickest option. If your partitions are movable then you will choose the thinner less heavy partition.

Soundproof Option for Privacy

Glass partitions are also a great choice when you want privacy for your conversations because thicker glass will offer you a soundproof option. Today’s modern glass partitions can be made completely soundproof.

Hardware Elegant Look

When you add the hardware for your doors and other parts of your partition walls you will maintain a more professional look with the different options you have available to you. The hardware choices for shelving options as well as other objects such as glass front cabinets will also add to the great look of your glass partitions.

Open Working Environment

Glass partitions will also produce a more open working environment. Your employees will not feel like they are shut off from the rest of the workforce. They are more comfortable and you will receive more production from your employees. One of the great things about glass partitions is the fact that they can be added or taken away as the needs in your business change.

If you are getting ready to expand your office space without having to purchase another building then glass partitions is the answer you are looking for. Check with your local glass contractor, SkyWindowsNJ.com, to let them put together a glass partition package for you offices today.