Surprising Benefits Of Stained Glass Windows

Stained Glass Windows Houston

It is hard to not see the breathtaking beauty that is intrinsic to stained glass windows. Their bold lines and bright colors immediately draw in your eye, to what almost appears to be another world. The light dances playfully when it passes through these stained glass pieces of art, especially on the beveled glass pieces and the feeling of luxury one gets when standing in front of one, is difficult to mimic with nearly any other type of glass work. While the beauty of stained glass is apparent from first glance, some of the other benefits of stained glass may not be as apparent right away. However, at Houston Stained Glass, we know first hand the other, very important benefits stained glass brings to our customer’s homes and churches.

Benefits Of Stained Glass Windows

Versatility: Stained glass windows were once essentially, inoperable picture windows. In today’s day and age, they have added excellent functionality to their “resume” on top of their already gorgeous form. In fact, they can be found on many different windows from awning to casement.

Style: Stained glass windows are fantastic at bringing a much-needed pop of excitement to an otherwise boring room. Many of our clients design their entire room around a stained glass window using the window’s design as a theme.

Customization: One of the biggest advantages of stained glass windows over traditional windows is that they are so easily tailored to fit nearly any need. If you prefer more light to pass through, choose clear glass. If you are looking for an attention grabber make use of any of our hundreds of colors. If perhaps, you are looking for a more subtle design, consider clear custom bevels to make a soft geometric statement. Whatever you have in mind, stained glass always adds the perfect personal touch to your space.

Privacy: Since stained glass windows often have ornate decorations, bevels or texture they offer more privacy than traditional windows–with the added benefits of beauty!

Houston’s Stained Glass Window Experts

Regardless of what benefit you want to take advantage of by having a stained glass window installed, one of the most important parts of the equation is hiring a seasoned professional. Houston Stained Glass has over 25 years of experience designing, building and installing breathtaking stained glass windows for with clients from homeowners to church parishioners. We will consult with you first, to get an understanding of exactly what you need first, and then artfully create a stained glass window to fit the exact specifications of your job. When you go with a proven professional like us, you can expect your stained glass window to last 80-100 years before needing retouching or repair.

To get started on owning a stained glass masterpiece all you own, contact Houston Stained Glass for a free, consultation and estimate today.

Martin Faith

Martin Faith is the founder and owner of Houston Stained Glass. Martin has been cultivating his skills as a stained glass artisan for over 30 years, passing on his knowledge and expertise to his team so that, together, they can create the most beautiful stained glass windows the world has ever seen. Martin's initial education in the trade took place in Glasgow, Scotland, the stained glass capitol of the world. He is an expert in the history of stained glass, its evolution, methods for conservation, and its many different styles and forms, including art deco, prairie, Greene & Greene, art nouveau, Mackintosh, floral, mission, beveled, and contemporary. Over the years, Martin's company has produced thousands of stained glass windows, which includes custom creations made for homes, churches, and commercial buildings located all throughout the Houston metro area.