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Glass Block Flooring
Glass block flooring is a wonderful way
to spruce up a traditional home. It brings a unique, elegant
appeal to your living space. Not only does it illuminate
the floors, but also the ceilings of your home. Glass block
is not limited to just the floors. It can be used for walls,
windows, and much more. Ultimately, glass block will bring
a modern touch into your home and allow you to be creative
with your use of lighting.
Generally, glass block flooring is available
in standard shapes which include square and rectangular.
However, you can have it custom designed to accommodate
to a more personalized appearance. Before purchasing glass
block, you need to consider the location of your glass block
flooring. It can come in glass panel kits, which are better
suited for interior flooring, or you can purchase it in
prefabricated panels, which are better suited for exterior
flooring.
Glass block products have R-values more
than twice that of flat, single-pane windows. This makes
them thermally efficient for exterior purposes. Glass block
products are also designed to act as a load bearing system,
meaning they are strong enough to endure the heavy traffic
of a family from a day to day basis.
Prices for glass block vary, depending
on construction costs in your area. Price is also affected
by the number, size, and design of your glass block. Generally,
pre-assembled glass block panels are less expensive. Additionally,
the installation of glass block requires experience and
skill. It is possible to follow the directions for installation
and accomplish the task alone, but it is recommended to
hire a professional who is qualified for the job.
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