Are you considering different ways to invest in your Salt Lake City custom home? Homeowners are always looking for projects that can boost their resale value, improve current home equity, and create a better living situation. Whether you’re looking for functional improvements or aesthetic ones, both options can create value in different ways. Stained glass offers another dimension of style that can enhance any custom property while really adding to that custom appeal. Custom stained glass can deliver both beauty and function, adding style to virtually any room.

Stylish Stained Glass Options for Salt Lake City Custom Homes

• Bathrooms: Stunning custom stained glass can enable that master bath oasis that every homeowner dreams of. Creating a vibrant, colorful stained glass design against an all-white bathroom can offer gorgeous contrast and really make both pop. Leaded glass designs can add an elegant look while providing the privacy you need for your better tranquillity.
• Entryways: Entryways are always a wonderful opportunity for enhancing your custom home look. Curb appeal can be boosted with a custom stained glass addition, whether you’re interested in creating a new front door, sidelights, or any other front-facing window. Stained glass can act as privacy glass, establishing better privacy without sacrificing beautiful natural sunlight for creating that grand entryway.
• Hallways: Hallways are often a great space for introducing art and photos for you and your guests. Hallway stained glass can really create a gorgeous artistic look while making sure no nosy neighbors are able to get a look inside your home.

Work with Salt Lake City’s Leading Custom Stained Glass Studio

Scottish Stained Glass is honored to be the leading custom stained glass studio serving the Salt Lake City area. We’ve partnered with numerous custom home builders and clients in creating the perfect design for their homes. Contact us today!

Art lovers across the world have a deep appreciation for the stained glass medium and can find beautiful treasures in numerous locations. For art and stained glass enthusiasts planning on traveling through Europe, there are so many incredible, famous stained glass features to add to your itinerary. Here are some beautiful examples of stained glass that you need to add to your European bucket list:

Gorgeous Stained Glass Features in Europe

1. The Skylight at the Palau de la Musica Catalana: Located in Barcelona, Spain, this stunning stained glass feature symbolizes the sky and sun. The three-dimensional stained glass feature is complemented with arched stained glass windows that line both sides of the concert hall. Gold and blue tones accentuate the beauty of this custom piece.
2. Glass Windows of the Grossmunster: Found in Zurich, Switzerland, these stained glass windows were installed in 1932 in this Protestant cathedral that was actually built in 1220. The windows are actually constructed out of artificially colored, thinly sliced agate.
3. The Windows of Sainte-Chapelle: These legendary stained glass windows located in Paris, France are housed in a medieval Gothic cathedral. With 1130 different illustrations of biblical figures and scenes, the complex nature of these stained glass features is stunning.
4. Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision: Located in Hilversum, Netherlands, this institution is covered with stained glass panels. Each panel showcases iconic Dutch television moments.

Get Inspired and Create Your Own Custom Stained Glass

Scottish Stained Glass is happy to share incredible, inspiring stained glass art. Once you’re inspired, we welcome you to create your own custom stained glass designs. Our leading designers can replicate or create any custom look that you’re interested in. We love a good artistic stained glass challenge and welcome you to get creative!

For more information regarding European stained glass features you should add to your bucket list, please contact us!

Houston is known for its contributions to space exploration, its delicious Gulf seafood, and beautiful sunny beaches. But that’s not all. Locals know that it’s also home to some of the most enchanting stained glass windows in the country.

Step into one of Houston’s oldest churches and you will instantly be mesmerized by the beauty of the stained glass. As sunlight seeps through the glass, a brilliant array of vivid colors wash over the interior. It’s truly a sight to behold.

But beauty isn’t the only thing that stained glass windows bring to the table. They’re also an important part of history.

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Stained glass is such a versatile medium that has been used for centuries around the world, offering beauty, art, symbolism, and function. The colorful nature of stained glass has enabled these multi-faceted abilities, creating stunning results. No wonder stained glass is still highly valued in modern art and society. Have you ever stopped to wonder what gives stained glass its color? All the different styles, textures, and colors found in stained glass are manufactured that way utilizing a certain process.

The Process of Creating Colorful Stained Glass

Colorful glass is actually achieved by adding certain metals during the development process. When glass is initially formed, it starts out as a very fine mixture of scraps of waste or broken glass as well as sand. These waste or broken glass fragments are referred to as cullet. Cullet means recycled glass. The mixture is sifted and put into a furnace with additional various materials depending on the type of glass it is intended to make. The cullet and sand have to be heated to their melting point in order to produce glass. Therefore, the kiln temperatures are usually over 2,900 degrees. Adding certain substances to this molten glass mixture produces different colors. Metal oxides are the secret ingredient for producing colored glass.

Metal Oxides that Produce Colorful Stained Glass

• Cobalt oxide creates violet and blue
• Cadmium sulfide creates yellow
• Antimony oxide creates white
• Gold chloride creates red
• Sulfur creates yellow amber
• Chromic oxide creates emerald green
• Uranium oxide creates fluorescent green and yellow

Metal oxides are responsible for all the extensive colors made possible in stained glass. We’re proud to have the most comprehensive inventory of colorful stained glass options for developing any vision that our clients have in mind. For more information regarding the stained glass process or our custom services, please contact us!

For kitchens in homes here in Fort Worth, there simply is not a better design accent than a lovely stained glass window. You may think of stained glass as something old and dated and not to be had in the modern home. However, stained glass, particularly in kitchens can be incredibly modern. Below we have listed some of our favorite uses of stained glass in kitchens and why we think it gives such a modern feel. 

Stained Glass Kitchen Cabinets

One of the most common uses for stained glass in kitchens is in cabinets. It is such an amazing aesthetic and truly eye-catching. The best part about stained glass as cabinet doors in kitchens is you get the modern open cabinet feel but with a little bit of coverage for anything that could look like clutter.

Stained Glass Kitchen Windows Over Sinks

The reason for stained glass over sinks in kitchens is to keep you from staring into your neighbors home or yard while doing your dishes. However, it just as well keeps your neighbor’s eyes out of one of the most “lived” in parts of your home. This is a place where you can really get creative and modern with stained glass in your kitchen. Nothing looks better with a crisp white modern decor in a home kitchen than the clean lines and stand-out pops of color–than stained glass.

Stained Glass Room Divider

A lot of people have kitchens that are open to a living area or dining room. This is an amazing setting for entertaining but often hard to divide seamlessly. Stained glass panels are the perfect addition to give you the slightest bit of separation and a ton of modern style! Bold, innovative and incredibly contemporary–stained glass room dividers are fast coming into vogue.

For more information on stained glass for your modern Fort Worth home, contact us at Scottish Stained Glass today!

Medieval stained glass is uniquely colored and painted glass from the medieval period in Europe from the 10th century to the 16th century. A lot of this period of stained glass was made up of picture representation of saints, biblical scenes and rich iconography. While the reason for this is not exactly clear, the emerging color technology for stained glass at the time was surely a factor for this style. One of the first examples of colored window glass dates from 800–820 from excavations at the Abbey of San Vicenzo in Volturno, Italy. The medieval period, rich in colored stained glass, soon followed–less than 200 years later. [3

The Colors of Medevil Stained Glass

So, exactly what type of color was used that was so hallmarked to this period and place in stained glass history? Quite a few actually. Most of them actually stemming from impurities in the silica used for making the stained glass panels–some intentional–some not.

Medieval Blue Soda Glass

One of the most brilliant colors in Medieval stained glass is the blue soda glass. The early medieval glass was soda-based. Although quickly replaced with Forest glass there has been blue soda stained glass found in UK excavations at Old Sarum, Winchester and even some in France.

Red and Green Medieval Stained Glass

Green and red stained glass were likely made by adding copper– in the form of ore or copper filing.  Although the impurities in stained the silica alone usually accounted for a slight amber hue–this process allowed for deeper more pronounced red and oranges especially.

Silver Stain Medieval Stained Glass

In the early Medieval period, bold but still mostly clear glass was created by carefully controlling the furnace conditions to make them appropriate for reducing or oxidizing the area. However, later in the Medieval period (the 14th century) silver stain was introduced which made it possible to create a wider variety of glass hues.

The Importance of Medieval Stained Glass

Although Medieval stained glass windows were made long ago, they have had a huge impact on the modern glass we see today. This was the first era that not only introduced color into stained glass but rapidly developed many of the same colors we use today. Furthermore, with the use of color, this period in time ushered in an era of life-like representations of people, places, and things–not unlike much of what we see in stained glass today.

For more information on stained glass or to get a stain glass windows designed for your Colorado Springs home, contact us here at Scottish Stained glass today!

If you belong to a church with stained glass windows, you may wonder if they’re worth keeping and restoring. Perhaps someone recently pointed out signs of deterioration, such as cracks or chips in the glass. Or maybe your stained glass got a few small holes in it after a hail store. Either way, now your church has decide if it wants to invest money into the repairs.

Although it may seem like a burden to take on such costs, there are many good reasons for doing so. Historic church stained glass windows are not only rare and valuable, but they’re also an important part of history. Below, we’ve listed a few reasons why Salt Lake City churches should consider stained glass restoration.

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Are you tired of not having enough privacy in your home? Maybe you just moved into a new condo. Or perhaps you’re sick of dusting the blinds or drapes hanging over your windows. Either way, you need a new privacy solution. And we’ve got one: stained glass.

We know, that’s probably not the answer you were expecting to hear. But it’s true. Adding stained glass to your Fort Collins condo is a great way to create privacy. And the newer, more modern designs are stunning. Here are a few of our favorite privacy solutions for condos.

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Have you ever looked up and a stained glass window and stared at it, amazed by its beauty? While the intricate details and designs are indeed beautiful and admirable, the colors are a main part of what makes stained glass so stunning. But how are these colors made? Let’s find out!

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Stained glass is a lovely artform as anyone who goes to church or lives in a Fort Collins home that has it knows. The way it refracts the light is simply gorgeous and for believers, it can be downright ethereal.  In ways that have what contributed to the success of stained glass from the very start. It was beautiful but significant on a spiritual level as well.  This goes for the colors on stained glass as well. While these colors, of course, made up the overall artistic look in a stained glass window–they also meant something spiritually to those viewing.  For the poor this often meant understanding the text of the gospel they couldn’t read. For the rich–these colors reflected a way to live a better life. Read below to find out what each color stood for to both.

Stained glass colors symbolism

Red: As a representation of the blood of Christ this color often indicated strong emotions.  Things like love or hate were commonly associated with this color in stained glass. Also suffering and sacrifice from both Jesus and the martyred saints.

Blue: This color often symbolized heaven.  As such it also translated to representing hope, sincerity, and piety. The Virgin Mary is often seen wearing blue as a result.

Green: As the color of grass and nature green is an indication of spring and growth.  It accordingly represents rebirth, life and life over death in stained glass. It can also be a symbol of faith, immortality, and contemplation.

Yellow: Sometimes this color symbolizes treachery like that of Judas.  However, it is more common to see it used as the halo of saints and the Gates of Heaven.  In this context, it symbolizes divinity, power, and glory.

These are the colors most seen and stained glass in churches.  Next time you see a stained glass window hopefully you will have more insight into what the artwork means below the surface.  For more information on church stained glass contact us Scottish Stained Glass in Fort Collins today!

Planning a trip to Europe to soak in some culture? Good for you! Being the company of a European area immigrant we absolutely adore the stained glass culture abroad that so greatly influences our work. And while we may be a little partial to Scottish works of stained glass art–it’s also very true that there is stellar stained glass across the world and all over Europe. So, if you happen to be traveling to any of the locations below, be sure to check out some of the most notable stained glass in the area.

Germany

The Augsburg Cathedral: Romanesque church built in the late 11th Century these windows are one of the oldest examples in situ are. Containing portraits of Moses, Daniel and other biblical figures prophets are elegantly depicted surrounded by marvelous marble borders.

France

Christ of Wissembourg: Another example of ancient stained glass this work of art was also constructed in the late 11th Century. While not the same type of beautiful as towering cathedral stained glass–the rich history makes it well worth seeing.  A perfect example of why stained glass is often referred to as the “poor man’s bible” This striking portrait of Christ likely came from a Benedictine abbey in the north of Alsace and was likely used to tell the story of Christ’s love. However, it now sits in a museum to help preserve it for future generations.

Spain

La Sagrada Familia, Barcelona: This stunning work by architect Antoni Gaudí, dominates the Barcelona skyline–in a good way. It is a breath of fresh air in its light contemporary style and contains a glorious rainbow of abstract stained-glass windows. Still incomplete, the windows are in their final stage of construction and due to be completed by 2026, exactly a century after Gaudí’s death.

We love and appreciate stained glass windows so much because we are stained glass artists ourselves. If these designs intrigued you and you are looking for your Houston home or church, contact us at Scottish Stained Glass in Houston today.

When it comes to stained glass–nearly everybody’s minds goes to church. And of course, they do–stained glass is a somewhat ubiquitous feature on churches and chapels around the world. However, stained glass is something that goes well in many locations you may not have even imagined like restaurants, retail stores and, as outlined in this blog–custom homes. That’s right, stained glass is a fantastic way to take your home from plain to 100% your personality. You can use stained glass in any room and have nearly endless colors and styles to choose from! Read below about a couple of ways to add stained glass to your Denver custom home that really makes an impact and expresses your personal style at the same time.

Stained Glass Panels: Stained glass panels used to be something that customers came to us in order to get a personalized gift or sometimes a family crest. While this is a great application for stained glass–a stained glass panel can be so much more. Durable and able to be hung anywhere in your Denver custom home, you can get a modern stained glass panel to sit on an entire wall of your home–just look at the amazing entryway panel below!

Modern Stained Glass Designs: Stained glass has some fairly old and traditional roots. However, the designers of stained glass today are changing all that and really bringing some exciting things to the table. From Prairie Style throwback pieces that look as modern today as they did 80 years ago to totally new mixed material pieces–a stained glass renaissance is upon us! This means you are able to totally customize a stained glass accent window on your home to take it from cookie-cutter to custom!

Stained Glass Lighting: While stained glass lamp shades and lighting fixtures may seem a little outdated–the truth is, when done right they are truly ageless. Take for instance the Tiffany stained glass lampshade that recently sold at auction for 3 million dollars. This lampshade was over 80 years old and as relevant today as it was when it was created so long ago. Therefore, when considering custom lighting, don’t discount the power of an ageless art form used to make your Denver home truly custom.

For more information on custom stained glass creation in Denver be sure to reach out to us a Scottish Stained Glass in Denver today!

There is perhaps no type of stained glass more well-known than Medieval Stained Glass. The Medieval period was not only when stained glass reached its highest popularity, but also when it evolved the most.

Artists of this time developed valuable solutions that became forever important to the future of glassmaking. Without these crucial developments, stained glass windows as they are today would not exist. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at Medieval Stained Glass and its evolution.

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Fort Worth hotels are always on the lookout for better ways to accommodate their guests. In order to make your establishment a true home away from home, there are certain aspects that are important to focus on. Guest privacy is extremely important, making it key for any customer staying in your hotel. Whether you need better in-room privacy or would like to add a privacy feature to a common area inside your hotel, stained glass can help. Privacy stained glass offers incredible benefits that any hotel can take advantage of.

The Advantages of Privacy Stained Glass for Fort Worth Hotels

Privacy stained glass offers numerous advantages for hotels. It can act as a functional, effective privacy solution without sacrificing beauty or light. Unlike other privacy solutions, stained glass can enhance an area visually while still allowing an abundance of natural light into your hotel. Privacy feature walls can be a worthy ROI offering a stand-alone feature that can actually attract new guests and repeat ones. Privacy stained glass can embody pure elegance and art, acting as a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind backdrop for photo opportunities. This is perfect for hotels that host major events like weddings, graduations, and more. In-room privacy for bathrooms can also be achieved with stained glass features, providing a stunning, high-class stay for any guest.

Work with Fort Worth’s Leading Privacy Stained Glass Studio

Scottish Stained Glass is honored to be the leading privacy stained glass studio serving the Fort Worth area. We’ve humbled to have had the opportunity to create gorgeous privacy stained glass features for commercial properties across the nation. Create stunning, functional art that can enhance your hotel and really wow your guests. Privacy stained glass can help you address any privacy concerns you may have. Contact us today to start your custom privacy glass project!

Church stained glass can offer so many incredible benefits that go behind just antique value. With so many advantages that can come from a single stained glass feature, churches usually want to keep theirs in the best condition. Did you know that all stained glass requires restoration around the 75-year to 100-year mark? This is true of church stained glass as well, meaning you’ll want to be timely about your restorations before replacement is required.

The Advantages of Church Stained Glass Restoration in Dallas

• Antique value: Antique value can considerably impact the overall value of your property. Antique stained glass that’s restored is worth an exponentially larger amount that unrestored stained glass. Maintaining antique value is a better investment, providing a higher appraisal value than new replacement stained glass windows.
• Historical value: Historical value adds exposure for your church and community. It expands the demographic of individuals who may be interested in seeing your beautiful works of art. This tourist interest can help generate interest as well as revenue for your community.
• Sentimental value: Individuals in your congregation often find inspiration, hope, and guidance through stained glass features. They easily become a family tradition that’s treasured by future generations. Stained glass can also bring people together, providing that shared sense of awe.
• More cost-efficient: Restoration is often more affordable than replacement. The more proactive you are with restoration, the less expensive it should be. A full replacement has significant expenses and eliminates antique, historical, and sentimental value.

Work with Dallas’ Leading Church Stained Glass Restoration Experts

Scottish Stained Glass is honored to be the leading church stained glass restoration experts serving the Dallas area. Our industry-leading techniques can provide at least another century of beauty, ensuring future generations will be able to love them too. Contact us today regarding your restoration needs!

Colorado Springs has some of the most beautiful church stained glass features in the state. For churches that are interested in creating custom stained glass for their property, a great way to gain inspiration from other churches around the world. Churches have always utilized stained glass as a way to showcase important biblical figures and teachings. This incredible medium has lent both beauty and function and is still very common in churches today. Did you know that church stained glass actually has intended symbolism behind every color?

Church Stained Glass Symbolism for Colorado Springs

• Rainbow: Rainbow colors often signify union as well as God’s covenant with humanity.
• Brown: Utilized as the symbol of renunciation of worldly things as well as spiritual death.
• Gray: Indication of mourning and humility. Gray can also represent the immortality of the spirit.
• Purple: Due to the belief that Christ wore purple before he was crucified, it now symbolizes endurance and suffering. Purple is also used for showcasing God the Father or royalty.
• Yellow: Sometimes depicting treachery, yellow can also be an indicator of halos for saints or the Gates of Heaven for glory, power, and divinity.
• Black: Not a very common color in church stained glass, black symbolizes regeneration and death.
• White: Often representative of innocence, chastity, and purity, white is also closely tied to God.
• Violet: A significant symbol of suffering, passion, truth, and love.
• Green: The color of nature symbolizes rebirth, growth, spring, faith, immortality, and contemplation.
• Blue: The color of the sky indicates hope, sincerity, piety, and heaven.
• Red: Representative of the blood of Christ, red also showcases strong emotions like love and hate.

Work with Colorado Springs’ Leading Church Stained Glass Studio

Scottish Stained Glass is honored to be the leading custom church stained glass studio serving Colorado Springs. Contact us today!

Churches have used stained glass for centuries, offering a beautiful way to showcase the teachings of the Bible and important biblical figures. Historical church stained glass can be found around the world, offering beauty, inspiration, and sentiment. Did you know that the colors depicted in these historical stained glass features actually have meaning behind them? Churches offer significant symbolism that’s depicted by the colors that they choose for their stained-glass features.

Church Stained Glass Color Symbolism and Meaning

• Red: Often symbolizing the blood of Christ, red can also indicate strong emotions of hate or love. Red is meant to remind the congregation of Jesus’ sacrifice and suffering.
• Blue: Since blue is the color of the sky, it’s used to symbolize heaven, hope, piety, and sincerity. It’s also associated with the Virgin Mary.
• Green: As the color of nature, green indicates rebirth, growth, and spring. Green depicts life over death, offering a symbol of immortality, faith, and contemplation.
• Violet: Often used to symbolize truth, passion, love, and suffering.
• White: Represents purity, innocence, chastity, and can be associated with God.
• Black: Black is very rare in church stained glass but is representative of regeneration and death.
• Yellow: Yellow is more commonly used for halos of saints and the Gates of Heaven, showcasing power, glory, and divinity.
• Purple: Since it is believed that Jesus wore purple before his crucifixion, it is used to symbolize endurance and suffering.
• Gray: Usually a symbol of mourning and humility, it can also be used for representing the immortality of the spirit.
• Brown: Brown symbolizes the renunciation of worldly things along with spiritual death.
• Rainbow: Rainbow colors are used to show unity as well as God’s covenant with humanity.

Work with San Antonio’s Church Stained Glass Experts

Scottish Stained Glass is the leader in custom church stained glass and would the opportunity to create your vision. Contact us today!

Painted glass can be an incredible gift for the holidays. Painted glass provides a great way to open up creatively and have a one-of-a-kind piece of art created for you or your loved ones. With the holidays approaching, finding that thoughtful gift for anyone in your family can be tough. Painted glass doesn’t require installation– you can decide if you want a floating or hanging panel in addition to window installation. For Fort Worth residents looking to create a painted glass portrait, you may be curious about the exact process.

The Painted Glass Portrait Process for Fort Worth Properties

In order to create a painted glass portrait, our painted glass artist will need references. Photographs of the intended subject will be needed in order to properly recreate likeness. If you’d like a portrait of an important figure that’s outside of your family, we’ll take the time to research that subject. In order to get the wardrobe and props right, we may utilize a live model for this process. This way our artist can get an accurate representation of how the fabrics lay and all the shadowing and depth that go into portrait painting. Portrait glass painting requires a lot of patience since this is completed in several layers. After each layer is completed, the glass has to be carefully transported to the kiln for firing.

Work with Fort Worth’s Leading Painted Glass Artists

Scottish Stained Glass is honored to be the leading painted glass artists serving the Fort Worth area. Our painted glass artists are highly skilled in portrait art and would love the opportunity to create a special piece for you and your loved ones. Whether you’re looking for something for permanent installation or a hanging panel, we’ve got you covered.

For more information regarded painted glass portraits, please contact us!

Custom stained glass provides incredible creative opportunities to produce something truly unique and one-of-a-kind. When sorting through all the different glass types, options, and colors, many forget that painted glass is a great way to add that artist touch and really showcase anything you want. The right painted glass artist can recreate anything from a portrait to one of your favorite landscapes. Portrait painted glass takes significant skill and experience but offers an incredible gift or investment for any property. So, what is the process for creating a painted glass portrait?

The Painted Glass Portrait Process for Dallas Properties

Whenever we are commissioned with a painted glass portrait, our painted glass artist does extensive research on all the components intended for the painting. If the portrait is of a well-known figure, they’ll take the time to research photographs in order to make it as life-like as possible. If you’re having a painted glass portrait done of someone you know, we’ll ask for multiple photos in order to get the likeness right. If the portrait contains more than just the head, we may get a live model to wear the clothing you want to be painted in order to get all the details right. This all helps our artist achieve the most realist representation possible. We may use props, costumes, and anything else needed in order to capture the right shadowing and texture.

Work with Dallas’ Leading Painted Glass Portrait Artists

Scottish Stained Glass is honored to be the leading painted glass portrait artist serving the Dallas area. Our team can paint anything you desire and would love the opportunity to create an incredible piece of art for you. Painted glass is the perfect Christmas gift and can provide incredible benefits.

For more information regarding our painted glass portrait process, please contact us!

If you’re looking for fine architecture, look no further than historic hotels. Though decades old, these buildings are home to some of the most beautiful artwork, furniture, and architectural designs in the world. And they’re the perfect place to find examples of historic stained glass to inspire your remodeling project in Salt Lake City!

Stained glass is the easiest way to create an instant vintage look for any room. Whether you’re remodeling your kitchen, bathroom, or church, it’s definitely an addition you should consider.

Here area few of our favorite examples of historic hotels with stained glass from around the world.
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So you’re thinking about adding some stained glass to your property? That’s excellent! Stained glass isn’t just beautiful to look at; it’s also a useful and functional feature. Stained glass controls how much light is let into a room, filtering and softening it as it pours inward. And the textures can provide privacy for occupants.

Stained glass has been around for quite some time, hundreds of years in fact. Which is great because there are a number of different styles you can choose from nowadays. One of our favorite is Dalle Stained Glass. Fort Collins properties can use Dalle de Verre to add color to bland or white walls, and create an interesting-looking focal piece.

In this post, we’ll discuss how Dalle de Verre is made, and what some of our favorite types are.

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Dalle de Verre Stained Glass is truly unique. No other type of stained glass exhibits such a distinct style and appearance. When the sun shines through a Dalle de Verre, the colors light up so intensely it almost looks like they’re on fire. And its mosaic composition gives it a modern look and feel, making it the perfect companion to contemporary styles of decor.

If you’re the owner of an antique Dalle de Verre, you’re in luck. You possess one of the most beautiful and rare works of art in all the world. However, it is important to know that if your stained glass is at a certain age, it may be due for some maintenance and cleaning.

Fortunately, getting started with Dalle Stained Glass restoration in Dallas is simple enough. Here’s what you need to do.

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You’ve heard of Mackintosh, prairie style, art deco, and many other types of stained glass. But have you ever heard of Dalle Stained Glass? As a Denver resident, you’re no stranger to the beauty of stained glass windows. They’re part of so many of our historic churches and homes, especially in the Capitol Hill, Wash Park, and Congress Park neighborhoods.

But even in Denver, where stained glass can be found in abundance, “Dalle Stained Glass” is still an unfamiliar term to many. While it may be one of the lesser-known types of stained glass, it’s nonetheless one of the most beautiful. Here are a few of the distinct features that make this stained glass style unique.

Dalle Stained Glass – How It’s Made

Dalle Stained Glass windows are made in a similar manner to other types of stained glass. They employ the use of colorful glass and a frame or binding mechanism. Just like many other types, Dalle Stained Glass windows often contain images of landscapes, people, or religious symbols. However, what’s unique about Dalle de Verre is that the glass pieces are much thicker in size.

Traditional stained glass windows are made of glass fragments that are about the same width as an ordinary window pane. Dalle de Verre, on the other hand, is made from thick chunks of glass. This makes the colors more intense when the light shines through them.

Common Uses for Dalle de Verre

Dalle de Verre is used for many different types of buildings, including churches, homes, museums, hotels, libraries, and more. But perhaps some of the most common applications for Dalle Stained Glass in Denver include:

Add Dalle Stained Glass to your Denver Home or Building

Call Scottish Stained Glass today to get your very own Dalle Stained Glass window for your Denver home, church, or building.

We know… an Irish bar is probably the last place you would think to look for some fantastic artwork. But the truth is, countless bars and pubs in Dublin have beautiful works of art. Believe it or not, Irish pubs have some incredible stained glass windows.

So if you’re looking for a way to create an authentic vibe for your Austin Irish pub, stained glass is definitely the way to go. Here are a few different ways you can decorate your pub with stained and leaded glass windows.

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If you have Dalle stained glass on or in your Fort Collins home or business, you likely know it is different from other types of stained glass but perhaps not why. As it turns out, Dalle stained glass is a very unique expression of the traditional stained glass art form with some pretty significant differences. Below we compare traditional stained glass to Dalle stained glass so you can get an idea about what sets the two apart.

The Age of the Stained Glass Craft

Dalle Stained Glass: was invented in the early part of the 20th century–making it about 100 years old. Furthermore, we have a pretty good understanding of who invented and pioneered this stained glass method.

Traditional Stained Glass: this stained glass artform is old, if not ancient. Some traditional stained glass was even made over 100 years ago and we have no real idea who first made it or where.

The Thickness of the Stained Glass

Dalle Stained Glass: is very thick– sometimes well over 1” thick. It is made in big blocks and then sawed or hammered into size.

Traditional Stained Glass: is much thinner–today’s production glass is about 1/8″ thick. It is usually made the same size as the panel that will hold it and is thin enough to sand and cut with a glass cutter.

Type of Stained Glass Support Structure

Dalle Stained Glass: is held in place by a thick concrete and epoxy frame that is poured onto the glass as it sits in a sand box. This makes it incredibly sturdy.

Traditional Stained Glass:  Is usually made in wood frames with metal supports and the glass panels are separated by lead caming that is soldered in. While not fragile–it is not nearly as sturdy as Dalle stained glass.

The Restoration Process for the Stained Glass

Dalle Stained Glass: Since the concrete and epoxy framing is so durable, this type of glass is very hard to repair and restore. The entire stone like frame needs to be chipped off and then re-poured–very time consuming and expensive.

Traditional Stained Glass: Is much easier to remove and restore since lead caming is soft and can be peeled off. However, re-leading a traditional stained glass frame requires more artistry and care but requires less cleaning afterward.

For more information on either of these stained glass artforms and restoration and repair–contact us at Scottish Stained Glass in Fort Collins today.

Colorado Springs is known for its beautiful stained glass features. From churches to businesses, antique stained glass windows can be found in all kinds of different properties. Many of these stained glass windows have painted glass components that are gorgeous and one-of-a-kind. Historic painted glass offers significant beauty that usually improves the value of your property. Painted glass restoration is required periodically in order to properly preserve these pieces. Restoration enables another century of life, ensuring that future generations can enjoy these treasured windows.

The Painted Glass Restoration Process for Colorado Springs Properties

Painted glass restoration can ensure another century of life but requires certain experience and expertise to execute. The process begins by removing your windows and installing temporary ones. Your stained glass will be transported back to the restoration studio where it’ll soak for up to two weeks. This soaking process removes all dirt and impurities while making it easier for disassembly. Once we take it all apart piece by piece, the painted glass components are evaluated for restoration. We study all the brush strokes and time period that it’s from in order to perfectly replicate it. We always keep the original intact if possible, finding creative ways to make this happen. We take the time to create perfect colors matches and fire each layer of paint in the kiln.

Work with Colorado Springs’ Leading Painted Glass Restoration Studio

Scottish Stained Glass is honored to be the leading painted glass restoration studio serving the Colorado Springs area. Our painted glass restoration artists are happy to work with you to ensure antique value is preserved and proper homage is paid to the original artist. We’ve restored painted glass from various time periods and are confident that we can help with your project.

For more information regarding painted glass restoration for your property, please contact us!

When it comes to decorating a casino–any designer would agree–bigger is better. Since casinos are designed to pull in and keep people inside–they simply must be larger than life. This is as true for casinos in Las Vegas as it is to those that we have here in Colorado. From casinos up in Central City to those around us here in Colorado Springs–many have not only bright, over-the-top designs but an Old West theme as well. This is why stained glass, especially in funky, unique places is such a great fit. Below we have listed a handful of locations where this one-of-a-kind stained glass would fit perfectly.   

Four Great Places For Stained Glass in Casinos

1. Ceiling Stained Glass: When you put stained glass on a casino ceiling it is a real stunner. Bright, bold and oftentimes covering places with a ton of traffic–it will wow gamblers.

2. Stained Glass Dividers: Great for privacy and as a wow-factor, stained glass dividers are the perfect fit for casinos looking for a stylish way to section off gambling spaces.

3. Stained Glass Light Shades: Casinos always have a lot of light in them to help keep gamblers up and spending money. Since these lights are everywhere and are meant to draw attention to themselves, stained glass light shades are a way to make these fixtures really pop.

4. Stained Glass Bar Signs: Every casino has a bar here in Colorado Springs which is why stained glass bars signs are so useful. They can denote the bar area brightly and boldly while setting their entire casino apart for having such unique stained glass features.

For more information on stained glass for casinos here in Colorado Springs or any other commercial space, you may own or operate, contact us at Scottish Stained Glass today!  We have done quite a few unique installations in places like retail stores, restaurants, bars and more.

Restoring your antique stained glass can provide numerous benefits for your property. Whether you’re looking to restore the stained glass in your church, home, or business, this process can elevate your overall property value as well as the antique value of your glass. Many of these historic antique pieces feature original painted glass elements. Painted glass restoration is a different process that can only be successfully completed by a restoration artist. The right restoration specialist will be able to match the original technique, colors, and keep as much of the original intact as possible.

The Painted Glass Restoration Process for San Antonio Properties

Painted glass restoration starts with research. The artist will study the painted glasswork and do background research on the time period it was produced. When the stained glass window has been soaked in a proprietary solution then taken apart piece by piece, other stained glass artisans will focus on restoring the stained glass pieces and lead came. A restoration artist will focus on the painted glass pieces, taking the time to create perfect color matches. This process can be tedious, requiring a lot of experimentation and patience. Once all the color matches have been achieved, the artist will replicate every brushstroke with the intention of paying homage to the original artist. Each layer of paint has to be fired in the kiln, often using 8-10 layers to accomplish depth and shadowing.

Work with San Antonio’s Leading Painted Glass Restoration Artists

Scottish Stained Glass is honored to be the leading painted glass restoration artists serving the San Antonio area. With the most talented and specialized artists in the nation, we can restore any painted glass feature with exact precision. Work with our artists to successfully restore your project.

For more information regarding painted glass restoration for your San Antonio property, please contact us!

Everyone knows about the beautiful stained glass windows in historic churches like Sainte Chapelle, Notre Dame, and the Chartres Cathedral. But hardly any attention at all is given to historic hotels with stained glass. This is an unfortunate oversight, since some historic hotels contain stained glass windows extraordinary enough to be considered masterpieces.

Stained glass is a natural choice for hotels. (Even here in Houston, we have more than a few hotels with stained glass.) It instantly elevates the look of any room, and its crystalline appearance is reminiscent of precious metals, jewels, and diamonds. It’s no wonder that it’s found its way into so many hotels over time. Still, nonetheless, these hotels have gone above and beyond to make their stained glass extra special.

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As an owner of a historic storefront property here in Fort Worth and want to update it while maintaining its original character, the department of the interior has some sage advice.

According to the NPS website you should

1. Become familiar with the style

2. Preserve the storefront’s character 

3. Avoid the use of materials that were unavailable when the storefront was constructed

4. Choose paint colors based on the building’s historical appearance.

Along this vein is the adding stained glass to your storefront window is a way to accomplish a number of things–beauty and authenticity.  This is because commercial establishments in the 18th and early 19th centuries were typically on the ground floor of buildings.  This made it difficult for retail establishments to stand out from their residential neighbors. Commercial spaces began implementing large bay or oriel windows made up of numerous small panes of glass set the shops apart from their residential neighbors.  In the early 20th century the use of decorative stained glass transom windows set off a trend of displaying the presence of a commercial/retail space. Therefore, using this same glass today in your historic storefront is about as authentic as it gets. 

Stained Glass Styles That Work Well For Historic Storefronts

Which style of stained glass you use for you Fort Worth historic storefront is really up to you–and there are a lot of styles to choose from.  However, in order to preserve the authenticity of your store’s appearance you may want to go with a stained glass style that was popular around the time your historic structure.  Below are some suggestions

For stores built in the 1800s:  Victorian Style Stained Glass, Gothic Style Stained Glass, Mackintosh Style Stained Glass

For stores built in the early 1900s:  Greene and Greene Style Stained Glass,  Art Nouveau Style Stained Glass,

For historic buildings built in the early-mid 1900s: Prairie Style Stained Glass, Art Deco Style Stained Glass.

Of course, this all depends on the look of your entire building and the theme of your store but keeping things as close to they may have been back in the day is always a wonderful touch.

To learn more about a stained glass style that may work wonderfully on your historic Fort Worth building–retail or otherwise– contact us at Scottish Stained Glass in Fort Worth today!