Custom Basement Windows & Window Wells

Basement windows are another great opportunity for stained glass to feature in the design of the home with the most popular areas being window wells, basement bars, lower level home theatre and workout room doors and wine cellars.

When finishing a basement the biggest decorating challenge is always deciding what to do with those annoying window wells. The corrugated metal stands out like a sore thumb and cries out to be covered. However, putting blinds on the window will block out precious light and make an already darkened area of the home even darker. The answer is of course to create custom basement windows with leaded and stained glass to allow the light to come through while blocking the ugly view of the window wells beyond.

In addition, many basement windows are required to open in case of an emergency and stained glass windows can actually be sealed inside double pane glass to allow the windows to open and close as needed. Double pane glass also acts as a layer of protection for the custom stained glass work of art.

Not just for outside basement windows, the use of stained glass for a basement bar provides another chance for homeowners to add a custom touch to their favorite area of the home. The owners name or other custom design can be incorporated and backlit. In some cases beveled mirrored pieces behind the bar have been used to create a sense of an area that’s larger than it really is.

The most popular area of the basement for stained glass custom basement windows is the undoubtedly the wine cellar. Over the years Scottish Stained Glass has created hundreds of unique stained glass patterns, some featuring designs using grapes vines and others using elegant cut glass beveled designs.

If you are considering finishing a basement or building a new home, please feel free to contact Scottish Stained Glass during the design phase and take advantage of our free advice on the best use of stained glass in your basement project.