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Make no mistake about it–having your Austin church’s stained glass repaired or restored is a fairly large project that will consume a good amount of time, and, depending on the size and scope of the project, cost you into the thousands of dollars range. But, don’t let that scare you away. Church stained glass restoration is a very rewarding undertaking and will likely bring your church and even community closer together. Furthermore, by asking yourself, your congregation and your church stained glass restoration company a few integral questions, you can very much streamline the process.
1. How Will You Raise The Money For The Church Stained Glass?
Cost is always an issue for churches because they often need to fundraise to get the funds for the restoration. Be sure to ask church members how far they are willing to go to get the funds:
Will church members donate themselves?
Will you do fundraisers?
What kind of fundraisers?
Are you willing to write proposals for grants?
2. How Will Decisions On Appearance, Budget And Timing Be Made?
Knowing who will be in charge of key decisions in the restoration process is critical.
Will There Be A Church Committee To Manage The Stained Glass Restoration?
Will there be a point person on the committee?
Who will be that point person from your church?
3. How Long Can You Realistically Be Without Your Church’s Stained Glass?
Knowing how long your windows will be missing and whether your church has upcoming events in which our temporary windows will not do, is an important part of the process.
If your church windows are not in place for the holiday season will that be an issue?
What about for summer or upcoming weddings?
Timing really is everything, so taking a good hard look at the best season for restoration is key.
1. Does Your Churches Stained Glass Need Repair Or Restoration?
Before you spend any of your valuable time and money on your church’s stained glass windows, be sure to ask and understand whether your church’s stained glass needs repairs or restoration or, in some cases, is even salvageable. So many things hinge on which type of job your church stained glass is in need of–timing, cost, where the windows will be worked on and much, much more.
2. Is The Restoration Company Insured?
Hiring a stained glass repair company that is insured is a must. Should an accident or injury happen on your church’s property, you could be held liable if they are not properly insured. Any reputable stained glass restorer will have full insurance and proof of it.
3. How Long Will The Restoration Take
The stained glass restorer you choose should be able to give you a good ballpark time estimate. Of course, things could change a bit once your Austin church’s stained glass windows are out and being repaired but having an idea of timing is important to your church’s events and fundraising efforts.
4. How Much Will The Church Stained Glass Restoration Cost?
As church stained glass restorers ourselves, we know that giving churches a rock solid estimate on cost is a must, since they will likely have to raise the funds from scratch. Any reputable restoration company will be happy to answer questions on cost and scope–readily at that.
These questions are a good jumping off point. For more information on these questions or if you have a few in mind beyond these, contact us at Scottish Stained Glass in Austin today!
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Today, some of Austin’s historic churches are nearing an age where they are more than one hundred years old. In fact, one of Austin’s oldest churches, St. David’s Episcopal Church in downtown Austin, is over 150 years old. Many of these old religious buildings are very solid in structure, but they contain elements that need regular care, such as stained glass windows.
Stained glass, when it gets to a certain age, starts to lose its structural integrity from years of being exposed to the rain, heat, and climate conditions. Lead heats up, melts into a new shape, and then hardens once it cools down, becoming slowly distorted over time. This puts pressure on the glass pieces, often so much that they start to crack or fall out. By opting for stained glass repair, Austin churches can preserve their stained glass windows and keep their beautiful historic building fully intact so it can be enjoyed by future members of the congregation.
Utah’s beautiful capital of Salt Lake City is renowned as one of the most prestigious religious cities in the United States. Temple Square in Downtown Salt Lake City is home to the 19th-century Salt Lake Temple and the neo-Gothic Assembly Hall. It is a great responsibility to maintain and upkeep the majestic churches and temples that house such rich religious traditions.
One of the major elements of these historic temples is antique stained glass, which is now aging and deteriorating, unfortunately. Many of the church stained glass pieces were created 75 to 100 years ago and it is time to address repair issues with some of them.
There are several solutions to church stained glass repair. The first step is always a free initial consultation with church stained glass repair experts. They will speak with church leaders and assess what needs to be done. In some cases, small repairs can be made right on site. If not, a strategic plan will be developed to remove the glass that needs reconstruction and it will be transported carefully to our studio where master craftsmen take over.
Once in our studio, your beloved stained glass is handled with the utmost care and concern. We order custom glass to perfectly match the existing glass in color, texture, and finish. We clean it with a specially made cleaning solution that restores the glass to its original beauty and shine. Then we reassemble the pieces with new lead caming that has the look of antique lead but is reinforced with modern technology to add greater strength and durability going forward. And last but not least, we install all our stained glass inside a clear pane of glass, to keep it protected from the elements for years to come.
Repairing the beautiful and delicate stained glass in your Salt Lake City church may seem like a daunting task, but at Scottish Stained Glass we have been repairing stained glass for decades and have a special relationship with our craft. You can trust the church stained glass repair experts at Scottish Stained Glass for all your church stained glass repair solutions. Contact us today for a stained glass assessment!
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Probably the biggest hesitation to getting stained glass restored here in Colorado Springs is the financial part. Most churches don’t have thousands of dollars set aside for such repairs and, understandably, have no idea where to get such vast sums of money. This is one of the reasons, we at Scottish Stained Glass are here to help. We have done a fair amount of church stained glass restorations across the country and have seen many churches successfully navigate the stained glass restoration fundraising process to bring their cherished windows back to life. Below we have listed a few tips on how to get started and, of course, we are happy to brainstorm with your Colorado Springs church individually to help you tap into local resources not outlined here as well.
The first step in stained glass fundraising is mobilizing your church and working with those that are most supportive and enthusiastic about the process. This will help you throughout the process not just in the raising of the funds.
This may seem self-evident but some church’s we have encountered only want to get stained glass restoration funds internally from the church, while others are willing to seek help outside of it. Should you decide to look outside your church, be aware there are grants available from historical societies and even local businesses help out sometimes–especially if they are hosting events or matching contributions, not just writing a check. It is good to get the community involved in church stained glass restorations as preserving these windows is an investment in the community as a whole.
Church stained glass is lovely and charming and as such can inspire great creativity and envoke participation across a number of channels. Of course, traditional fund drives like car washes, selling candy are great but something like a silent auction, involving local businesses or an ice cream social may stand out and garner more donations!
These are, of course, just a few ideas that we have seen churches across the county succeed in. There are so many things churches can do to get the money they need, including grant money. We advise you to call us for an initial assessment on your Colorado Springs church stained glass so you have a solid number to work for. Reach out to us today to schedule a visit and to take that first step toward preserving your church’s lovely stained glass.
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If you have stained glass in your Denver Church and it is over 80 years old–it is probably time to have it inspected by a stained glass restoration specialist, like Scottish Stained Glass, to see if it is ready for restoration. The odds are it is. The reason we say that is–church and chapel stained glass created in the early part of the 20th century has a life of about 80-100 years. Knowing this, if you have church stained glass about this age, you probably need to have a conversation as a church body about whether or not stained glass restoration is something you may want to pursue. As such, we have listed 3 reasons why stained glass restoration churches, in general, is a good idea and well worth the effort.
Stained glass in churches that is close to or over 100 years old was created in a magnificent time in Denver’s history. This was a time here in Colorado and across the US that saw many historically significant events and changes. As such, glass created in this era has deep historical significance and by allowing the glass to fall into disrepair or be removed all together robs not just your church but, Denver as a whole, historically significant artifacts.
This is one of the biggest reasons churches turn to Scottish Stained Glass to restore aging stained glass windows–they are loved by the congregation. There is no doubt in our minds that when these lovely relics of the past were installed, the former members of your church, many gone themselves by now, worked hard to raise the funds to have them installed. This often translates into adoration and sentimental value in your church body to this day. In which case, it is well worth the time and expense of having your Denver church’s stained glass windows restored today.
Not all antique stained glass windows are worth a significant amount of money in this day and age. However, depending on who made or which studio made them, they may well have a fair amount of value. There are many other factors such as the condition of the stained glass, the authenticity of former repairs and materials used in creating the windows that influence the current value. However, getting an assessment will bring some of these factors to life and help you decide it actual monetary value could be a driving force in having your Denver church’s stained glass restored.
For more information and to take the first steps of getting your Denver church’s stained glass restored, contact us at Scottish Stained Glass today!
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Thinking about getting your church stained glass restored and curious about how the process will work? First of all, you are not alone and second, this is a great place to start. Because at Scottish Stained Glass we are arguably the country’s most prolific stained glass restoration company and more to the point–we love what we do. Below is a quick guide on the next couple of steps and what we can help you achieve with your church stained glass windows.
The first thing we do is consult with you by viewing your church’s stained glass and making an assessment.
This includes:
Once we begin the job we will, in many cases, remove your church’s stained glass window(s) from its frame. Then, carefully wrapped, we take the stained glass and its corresponding structural parts to our studio. Here we do our restoration craftwork, including:
We finally bring your lovely, new/restored church stained glass windows back to your site and put them back where they have graced the walls of your chapel for decades. This is our favorite part, since, we get to see these wonderful works of religious iconography back where they belong, looking more lovely, in many cases, than the day they were installed!
Stained glass is more than just our job here at Scottish, it is our passion too! We just love bringing back these gorgeous works of art and preserving them for the next generation. Contact us today on your Fort Collins church restoration and see our passion in action.
Much of the stained glass across the country is turning 100 years old about now. Meaning it is time for restoration and or thorough repair. Around a century is about when vintage stained glass on homes and churches begin to need repairs, due to the way it was built around the turn of the century. Now, if you think the stained glass on your KC church is beyond repair because of the way it looks, perhaps it is dingy, chipped and old, you will be pleasantly surprised when we say–it is probably not. Read on to find out why.
Church stained glass and the surrounding lead are actually very easily brought back to their former life and luster with a thorough cleaning. While the lead may look ugly and even when the glass has virtually no shine at all, our deep cleaning methods will amaze you. , We do cleanings both on and off your Kansas City chapel’s premises depending on what other repairs we need to do but one thing is for sure– the brightness of the glass will blow you away, once our technicians are through.
Many people see bowing wooden or steel frames on church stained glass windows and immediately think–all is lost. We understand that when the support structure of religious stained glass windows start to bend, sag and bow, the stained glass can look pretty bad. However, this is a challenge we deal with regularly. Not only do we rebuild the frame and structure of your church’s stained glass windows in our studio, but we also use modern lead additives to strengthen the stained glass–so it will last well over another 100 years and look great too.
Church stained glass that is chipped, cracked or missing can be a sad sight. It may seem like the window is done for once a glass panel or many fall out. However, this is not a problem for our stained glass experts. Some chips and cracks can be fixed right in the window. Other more seriously damaged windows will be taken to our studio and even the most obscure colored or textured glass pieces can be perfectly matched and re-installed into the window when we reassemble it.
If you love your Kansas City church’s stained glass but fear its time has come, make sure to contact us before having it removed. There is often new life in that glass and experts, like us at Scottish Stained Glass are happy to consult with you on how to bring it out! Contact us today for more info!
Church stained glass restoration is an art form in itself, which is appropriate considering that stained glass is one of the oldest and most beautiful art forms in the world. Stained glass windows grace both private and public buildings in many different countries, most often in churches. We even have some here in Austin, TX. Austin churches with vintage stained glass may be looking for restoration advice on how to restore and maintain the glory of their stained glass windows.
Stained glass in church windows is a long-standing tradition of elevating the mundane – windows – into something glorious, telling a story, depicting important moments in the religion of the parishioners. Therefore, it is important to restore these church stained glass windows when necessary. Here are some key tips to remember when it comes to Austin church stained glass restoration:
Think of Stained Glass as an Original Work of Art
A stained-glass window should be considered as fragile and untouchable as an oil painting. Instead of a canvas, some of the world’s most-renowned artists used glass to create masterpieces. Don’t make the mistake of thinking of it as “just glass.” Respect must be paid.
Leave Well Enough Alone
Like any piece of expensive art, it’s best to leave it alone. Stained glass is built to withstand the passage of time and is part of the structure of the building in which it sits. Church stained glass restoration can be necessary, but not for simple cracks or fading, or even buckling. Make sure you check with an Austin church stained glass restoration specialist before touching anything.
Take Photos
A good first step in the restoration process is to take photos. Take a lot of pictures of your church stained glass from many different angles and at different times of the day. Many insurance policies now require this step, and these photos may come in handy during the restoration process.
Call a Stained Glass Restoration Professional
With such a significant piece of historical artwork on the line, it is vital that you consult a church stained glass restoration specialist in your area. Scottish Stained Glass in Austin is an expert at vintage stained glass restoration. We are trained specialists for all things stained glass and would be happy to help you with the delicate process of restoring your church stained glass to its former glory–so contact us today!
As stained glass restorers here in Texas, our goal is always to get a beautiful stained glass, rich with history returned to its former glory within the church itself. As it turns out, sometimes church stained glass is not able to be restored in the church itself–in cases where the church is being torn down. A good example of this is the stained glass that once adorned the Trinity Lutheran in Old East Dallas. To the people in the Dallas community, the glass, although old and tarnished, held a deep spot in their hearts and we could not be happier what the city of Dallas City cultural officials chose to do with it.
In 2013 when the Trinity Lutheran Church in Old East Dallas was being demolished, city officials announced a surprising plan–to repurpose and restore the glass. The magnificent blue and turquoise panels, created by DALLAS ARTIST OCTAVIO MEDELLIN were removed from the church and restored by Michael Van Enter to their former luster but, since the church was no longer standing, the glass instead was suspended in four sections in front of ticketing hall windows ticketing at Dallas Love Field airport. Now, this lovely church glass has a whole new lease on life and one the entire community can enjoy.
Due to the forethought of some civic-minded people in Dallas, St Lutheran’s church stained glass has a whole new lease on life and one the entire community can enjoy. While the glass is not exactly the same and perhaps lost some of its ethereal qualities, it still brings beauty and joy to the world, while in its own way preserving history.
Each day here at Scottish Stained Glass, we feel amazed that our job is to do similar work keeping stained glass artwork alive for the next generation. As we restore church windows and create new ones, it is also our hope, that one day our creations will get the same preservation for decades to come. For more information on church stained glass restoration here in Fort Worth, around the state of Texas or across the US, contact Scottish Stained Glass today!
Many of the churches and especially church stained glass restorations we have profiled here are on large looming windows in spectacularly adorned churches. But stained glass windows can be worth restoring in chapels even if they are small and seem insignificant. A church that reminds us that what you see is not what always what lies beneath years of dirt and grim on vintage church stained glass is the lovely but simple restoration of Prince of Peace Episcopal church near Fort Collins, Colorado in a little place called Sterling. A shining example of a community coming together to restore a church that means something to them. The results of this church stained glass restoration are amazing and you truly wouldn’t know the stained glass they ended up with was ever so bold and brilliant–but truly it was a tiny masterpiece.
It took over three years to restore the historic stained glass window in Sterling’s Prince of Peace Episcopal Church really got underway. There was a fair amount of bowing and crumbling wooden tracery that held the stained glass pieces in place. But, after a grant Colorado State Historical Fund in 2013 and then another one in 2015, and then a final grant a bit later, the 100-year-old window created by renowned regional artisan Carl Reichhardt of Greeley, came back to life and was once even featured on “Craftsman’s Legacy — The Stained Glassmakers”, a PBS TV series.
While it may have taken years to get the stained glass windows on this church where they needed to be and in a condition to last another 100 years, it was well worth the effort. This restoration was in large part possible due to historical grants and people, who like us at Scottish Stained Glass in Fort Collins, believe religious stained glass is worth preserving. Each day here at Scottish Stained Glass In, we feel lucky that we get to do amazing work to keep stained glass artwork alive for the next generation. As we restore church windows and create new ones, it is also our hope, that one day our works of art will be kept up and restored too! For more information on church stained glass restoration here in Fort Collins, around the state of Colorado or across the US, contact Scottish Stained Glass today!
Some church stained glass has religious significance, some historical value, some artistic splendor–many all three. But as we profile churches across the country, one chapel that stands out for its deep historical roots in Kansas and commitment to keeping that history alive is the St. Fidelis Catholic Church In Victoria. Since we restore stained glass ourselves, we have a deep appreciation and respect for just how hard this church worked to keep its windows intact and looking breathtaking. A perfect example of a major church stained glass restoration that was perfectly executed, this church is truly something to behold!
An old, historic and awe-inspiring church lies just west of the Mississippi River on the Kansas side called St. Fidelis Catholic Church but is referred to by locals as the Cathedral of the Plains. But this church certainly doesn’t look vintage because the restoration work it has endured. A wonderful church with rich stained glass history, this church stained glass restoration is simply amazing. In 2013, a little over 100 years after the church was first dedicated in 1911, a major restoration took place. The hallmark windows, two twin 140 twin towers of stained glass and other windows. The restoration was funded by church members and locals wanting to preserve this invaluable piece of Kansas history. The stained glass repair cost about $150,000 but today, the windows are valued at over $1 million and frankly, they look the part.
Of course, to the members and the community, the restoration was never about the money, but rather, keeping these windows, invaluable to Kansas history and culture intact for the next generation. This is the same reason we love stained glass restoration. In fact, each day here at Scottish Stained Glass In Dallas we get to do amazing work to keep stained glass artwork alive for the next generation. As we restore church windows and create new ones, we also hope that one day our labors of love with also be kept up and restored for hundreds of year to come. For more information on church stained glass restoration here in Kansas City, around the states of Kansas and Missouri or across the country, contact Scottish Stained Glass today!
One thing that has always intrigued us here at Scottish Stained Glass In Dallas is the symbolism of stained glass and how it can be used to enlighten the world. While it is true that stained glass in churches is very much an art form, it is also very functional–especially in light of its symbolism. A church here in Dallas, that exemplifies these artistic and instructive elements of church stained glass is Grace United Methodist. This welcoming body and their church stained glass are our inspiration for this stained glass church profile.
The absolutely stunning Grace United Methodist Church in Dallas, Tx was built in 1903 and is a registered Dallas Landmark for good reason–it is a pillar of the community historically, religiously and artistically. In regards to their awe-inspiring stained glass windows, Grace United Methodist Church’s window style matches their philosophy–”a story of faith–one piece at a time.” This church has been through many changes throughout the years but through it all the congregation has maintained their Christian philosophy of inclusion–a sentiment which is reflected on their stained glass windows. Windows whose bright hues and ornate glasswork beautifully tells a loving story Christ and his teachings. The mix of colors and characters on the windows, while aesthetically astounding, are symbolic of diversity and acceptance and something truly outstanding to behold.
For over 100 years, Grace United Methodist Church has been showing, through its actions and stained glass, how important inclusion is. This is another reason why we love stained glass– its ability to be magnificent for the eyes and the soul. At Scottish Stained Glass In Dallas, each day of work brings us more joy. Because we know we are doing our part to keep truly amazing stained glass artwork alive for the next generation. As we restore church windows and create new ones, it is our hope, one day, others will work to preserve our passionately created church stained glass too, For more information on church stained glass restoration here in Dallas or around the country, contact Scottish Stained Glass today!
As mentioned in this series, church stained glass is something very integral to the United States. While it is a worldwide artform, that which was created here in the infancy of this country is unique in its own right. Since we restore stained glass ourselves, we have a deep appreciation and respect for the church stained glass artists, the churches and the congregations that have had these windows restored and preserved. A great example of rustic American stained glass in a church is the old and simple but nonetheless dazzle stained glass in The Little Church of La Villita In San Antonio.
Located in the La Villita historic section of San Antonio, the cornerstone for The Little Church of La Villita was first laid on March 2, 1879. It was built by German Methodists, in the Gothic Revival style that is so very common in Texas. Although the church is now over 100 years old, it is probably more lovely today than it ever has been due to a restoration of the stained glass and the property, in general, to use as an event center.
As you can see below, this church is quaint but the stained glass is truly a sight to behold! The centerpiece of the entire chapel, a brilliantly colored symbolic cross seems to radiate light from the wall, lighting up the church and instilling joy in the viewer.
The surrounding chapel is lovely and not over-adorned and a few smaller stained glass windows grace the doors but this chapel, in its minimalism is the perfect example of how breathtaking stained glass comes in all sizes, shapes, and denomination.
Today the church is used by locals for small, intimate weddings and we believe there truly could not be a better way to celebrate love, than beneath a work of stained glass art that was truly a labor of love itself! At Scottish Stained Glass In San Antonio, each day is truly a joy knowing we are doing our part to keep this country’s historic stained glass windows, like these and others, intact for future viewers. As we restore and create new windows, our hope is one day, others will work to preserve our labors of love too! For more information on church stained glass restoration here in San Antonio or around the country, contact Scottish Stained Glass today!
Church stained glass is something ubiquitous to churches and American Churches are no different. This country has some of the most beautiful stained glass chapels, churches, mosques, and synagogue in the world. As church stained glass restoration experts, we have a deep appreciation for these churches and the breathtaking artform their windows embody. As such, we are profiling some of the most amazing pieces of religious stained glass across this great country, in hopes of showing just how rich, diverse and valuable to this nation’s religious and art history church stained glass windows are.
Easily the most striking building in the entire campus and arguably all of Colorado, The Cadet Chapel at The Airforce Academy in Colorado Springs, is a wonder to behold. A masterpiece of church stained glass it has an incredible succession of 17 glass and aluminum spires — each composed of 100 tetrahedrons, which make up the entire enclosure of the entire ceiling. Each of these spire as it were, is adorned with panels of incredibly bold and glowing stained glass–giving way to a rainbow of ethereal light. enabling diffused light to enter the building. Although most known for the stained glass in it’s Protestant chapel, the Air Force Academy actually houses three chapels: Protestant, Jewish, and Catholic– each with unique and amazing stained glass in their respective chapels.
The fact that the Air Force Academy has a diversity of stained glass from different faiths just goes to reinforce just how intertwined stained glass is to religious culture. Just another reason why we love stained glass as an art form. At Scottish Stained Glass In Colorado Springs, we are truly pleased that each day, we are doing our part to keep lovely stained glass windows, like these and others, intact for the next generation. As we restore and create new windows, we can only hope that one day, others will work to preserve our work too! For more information on church stained glass restoration here in Colorado Springs or around the country, contact Scottish Stained Glass today!
Church stained glass restoration, although sometimes expensive, is critical to the history of American churches of all denominations, breathes new life into congregations and brings absolute joy to parishioners. As such, it is something for churches here in Denver and across the country with stained glass windows to consider, whether those windows are small and simple or majestic and looming.
A good example of how enriching stained glass restoration on a church can be is that of the sanctuary restoration of Bethel A.M.E. Church in Huntington in NY. This lovely church has the distinction of being Huntington, NY’s oldest African American church; something that carries with it a very deep-rooted history both of the area and of African American culture within it. This particular program cost about $50,00 and took two years but meant a lot to the parishioners, as they were preserving more than just their windows and culture but paying homage to those bygone parishioners that put so much into their church and their original stained glass windows.
As you can see from the pictures below the stained glass windows in the sanctuary at Bethel A.M.E. are astounding and still true to the style of the time during their installation in 1924. But, over the years the condition of these once striking stained glass windows had deteriorated and in early 2016, Rev Larry D Jennings decided it was time to do something about their very bad condition; not only because the window truly needed it but because of the historical value and as a respect to the original generosity of those who paid, and likely sacrifice for them to be installed.
Paying for stained glass restoration can be expensive and finding funds a challenge. But, luckily for Bethel A.M.E. a town historian, Robert Hughes sought out grants from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation for $20,000, them the Sacred Sites program of the New York Landmarks Conservancy for $10,000; and finally The Gerry Charitable Trust for $5,000. The remaining costs were covered by donations from the congregation itself. And the results could not be more breathtaking.
If you have a church here in Denver with aging stained glass, which is likely the case if the glass is over 80 years old, having them restored is a way to breath new life into them and your congregation. Here at Scottish Stained Glass, in Denver, we can help guide you through the process, costs and even fundraising for stained glass restoration as well. Contact us today for more information and for a free consultation/stained glass inspection.
Are you looking for permanent ways that continue to inspire your congregation on a daily basis? The right sermon can really be transformative for many congregation members, but what will inspire them when they seek prayer during non-service hours? Many people find solace in their church’s stained glass– they’ll find their own personal meanings and perceptions of each stained glass piece aiding in their worship process. Families tend to make it into a tradition for their loved ones when there’s beautiful stained glass features inside of their church. Custom stained glass can offer a multitude of benefits for your Fort Worth church.
Custom stained glass lends in the century-old tradition of offering framework and guidance for your congregation. Originally, religious stained glass was used to convey teachings of the Bible to those who were illiterate. In modern day settings, stained glass provides the inspiration numerous people seek during service or individual prayer. Churches can use custom stained glass to continue conveying significant religious messaging while really making an impact on their community and congregation. Stained glass sports a truly wonderful aurora of light that brings that authenticity and authority to any church setting. Custom stained glass is also great functionally due to effective privacy properties. Keep your congregation private and out of sight without eliminating natural sunlight.
Scottish Stained Glass specializes in custom church stained glass and has worked with churches from across the nation in their efforts to inspire their congregation members. Sit down with one of our lead stained glass artisans to start your design process. We usually complete eight to ten rounds of design revisions prior to coming to a finalized design.
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Historic stained glass in Fort Collins churches offers so much significance throughout both the community as well as for the congregation. Preserving historic stained glass is crucial in order to maintain the antique, monetary value as well as the sentimental value. Proper preservation for stained glass requires regular cleanings as well as restoration every 75 years to 100 years. With each restoration process, these stained glass windows can stay in great condition for another century until the next restoration is required. Restoring the historic stained glass in your church is really important for your congregation and community.
The restoration process begins with removing the stained glass windows from your church and transporting them back to our repair studio. We soak your stained glass panels in our special soap blend for up to two weeks. This soaking process allows us to delicately remove all the dirt and grime that has built up over the last 100 years. The soaking process also facilitates us taking your stained glass window apart piece by piece. Each of the glass pieces that are still in great condition are carefully cataloged and put aside while we restore the damaged pieces and create new lead came for the entire window. We replace all of the damaged pieces from our extensive inventory. For painted glass, one of artists will replicate it and bake it in the kiln. Once new lead came and all glass pieces are reassembled, we force black cement into all the cracks for superior integrity.
Once the black cement is set and your window is polished, we return your stained glass for re-installation. Congregation and clergy members tend to be stunned by the fresh, new look of their former stained glass.
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Homes across the nation are always trying to find ways that beautify their properties while offering great value in improved equity. Enhancing your curb appeal is always wonderful for both resale as well as taking pride in your own home. Colorado Springs homes can definitely appreciate this– homeowners like to find aesthetic appeal that can really make their place stand out. Custom stained glass offers wonderful benefits in terms of both aesthetics and functionality. Beautify your home with this amazing opportunity!
Custom stained glass is visually stunning and eye-catching, providing a great way to transform your curb appeal as well as interior design. Stained glass is quite a versatile medium that can capture traditional to contemporary and everything in between. Stained glass is also a very compelling privacy solution. Obscure all unwanted views into your home from prying neighbors and strangers on the street. Privacy stained glass can be installed throughout your home in any area that requires more seclusion. Perfect for basements, bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms, built-ins, home bars, offices, hallways, and more, custom stained glass eliminates the need for window coverings. The great thing about stained glass is that it allows in an abundance of natural sunlight without sacrificing privacy.
Scottish Stained Glass has successfully created and installed over 80,000 custom stained glass windows. We’re passionate about stained glass and love creating beautiful designs that perfectly complement your existing decor. Sit down with one of our stained glass artisans to discuss your design ideas and create the stained glass of your dreams! Whether you have a working design in mind or need inspiration, we’re here to help.
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Kansas City churches tend to have strong community ties and close-knit congregations. Embodying these values and really promoting an even stronger church message can bring people together even more. Stained glass has always been a means of teaching important biblical messages and worshiping significant figures. Custom stained glass is the best way to continue this beautiful tradition that has lasted over the centuries while offering bountiful benefits that any church can really appreciate.
Custom stained glass can embody virtually anything you desire. From grand, cathedral-style painted glass to meaningful colored, geometric designs, custom stained glass provides endless creative opportunities for promoting what is important to your church. With family and community in mind, stained glass can lend unlimited inspiration that touches on everybody’s life who gets the chance to see it. When stained glass is well maintained, it can last for generations. Stained glass can offer historic value for your community, antique value for the church property, and sentimental value and tradition for congregation members. Custom stained glass also offers functionality for churches— block unwanted views into your church, providing the privacy needed for any great service. Stained glass blocks views while maintaining beautiful sunlight into your property.
Churches usually put together a committee for starting the custom stained glass process. These committees are responsible for finding the right stained glass studio, brainstorming the designs, and determining a budget. It is so important to find the right stained glass studio– pricing shouldn’t vary much from company to company, it only varies with the intended design. Custom stained glass can require significant skill, making it even more important to choose an experienced contractor.
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Stained glass plays a major role in any church. Congregation members draw inspiration from these pieces of art during each service and start implementing them into their daily routines and family traditions. Stained glass can also have a significant impact in Dallas communities, providing great historic value. When properly maintained, stained glass can last for centuries. While stained glass will always need to undergo restoration every 75 years to 100 years, there are definitely things churches can do to keep their stained glass in great condition.
Cleaning stained glass does require different cleaning methods than regular glass windows. It is important to never use anything abrasive when cleaning your stained glass– use a soft cloth for all regular cleanings. For the cleaning solution, it is important to never use anything acidic or with vinegar. Acidic cleaning agents will damage painted glass and accelerate the deterioration of the lead came, which supports the window. We recommend purchasing a neutral PH cleaner or mild soap and mixing it with distilled water to create a very gentle cleaner for your stained glass windows. Regular cleaning of protective glass panels, window frames, and any supports is vital in ensuring these integral parts remain in great condition as well.
Minor damage can happen at anytime. Whether vandalism or severe weather has impacted your stained glass, minor damage can always lead to bigger problems. The good news is that minor repairs can typically be completed without removing your stained glass windows. If you notice any minor damage and are interested in seeking repairs before more expensive restoration is required, we’re here to help!
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San Antonio chapels definitely house some of the most gorgeous religious stained glass windows in Texas. With beautiful, antique stained glass that’s been enjoyed for multiple generations, these windows and panels are definitely cherished by their communities. Did you know that stained glass needs to be restored every 75 to 100 years in order to keep them intact? Often times, clergy or congregation members will begin to notice certain signs of deterioration but won’t be sure of what to do. Catching these signs and being proactive about restoration can save you thousands during the process.
If you notice any of these signs of deterioration, it is time to get your stained glass checked out! When it comes to the glass itself, if you see any cracks, missing pieces, warped shapes– concave or convex, discoloration, etc. starting the restoration process is vital. For the lead came, which is the framework supporting the individual glass pieces, if the lead is beginning to soften, deteriorate, mishapen, or cause white dust that appears on the window itself, these are other signifiers that your chapel stained glass is ready for restoration. There was a time period when stained glass studios thought plexiglass would be a great idea for adding a protective layer for stained glass. This has resulted in heat trapped between the stained glass and plexiglass causing yellowing and advanced deterioration.
When it comes to choosing a stained glass studio for restoration, it’s vital to find the right contractor that has experience, great references, and the technical skill. Choosing a cheap stained glass studio can really affect the results, leading to more costs down the line.
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Stained glass has played a large role in churches for centuries. Originally, stained glass was utilized as a tool for teaching the illiterate about the teachings of the Bible. Today, stained glass continues to play a significant role in churches, offering inspiration and meaningful symbolism for congregation members. Stained glass often becomes a highly treasured part of any church, providing unique perceptions of every service for each individual member. Custom stained glass offers numerous benefits for any Austin church.
Custom stained glass gives churches the perfect medium for conveying what’s important to them. By showcasing specific values, important figures, and inspiring quotes, stained glass can really improve the worshiping process while offering a significant piece of art for your community. When properly cared for, stained glass can last for centuries, allowing churches to really create longstanding works of art that are full of meaningful symbolism. Custom stained glass has a very large range for pricing– churches can create simple, geometric designs to stunning, cathedral-style painted glass. Stained glass can be treasured from generation to generation, becoming an important part of your community. Historical value is easily achieved with this medium, creating lasting inspiration and hope.
Scottish Stained Glass has been offering industry-leading custom stained glass services for over two decades. We’ve worked with countless churches in their stained glass efforts and have produced stunning results. We’re passionate about religious stained glass and its impact on the community. That’s why we offer free consultations to churches and houses of worship throughout the Austin area. Work with us to create the stained glass investment that’s true to your church. The design process is the funnest part!
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Denver homes are definitely more susceptible to privacy concerns. With properties located within close proximity to each other, many homeowners experience privacy issues and trying to find a true solution that’s effective and has a nice aesthetic. While window coverings are effective in blocking unwanted views, they block out natural sunlight and can often appear tacky. Window coverings aren’t always applicable, especially in bathroom settings. Custom stained glass offers a wonderful way to improve privacy needs while also enhancing curb appeal.
Custom stained glass is the perfect addition to any home that’s struggling with privacy. Leaded glass offers a more contemporary look while really addressing privacy by obscuring all unwanted views from the outside in. For any room in your home that’s in direct view of noisy neighbors or people walking by, stained glass is a great option. Stained glass is also perfect for bathrooms and bedrooms– places that do require more seclusion. The wonderful thing about custom stained glass is that you can skip the window coverings and let that beautiful sunlight into your home. Your home can remain bright and welcoming without having the sacrifice privacy or aesthetics. For those seeking a more traditional look, privacy solutions can also be accomplished through colorful, textured glass.
Scottish Stained Glass is the industry leader in custom stained glass, completing over 80,000 custom windows for clients across the nation. Work with one of our stained glass artisans to create your custom design. Whether you have some inspiration for starting points or you’re starting completely from scratch, we can help bring all of your ideas to fruition. We’ll work hard to make sure your design is perfect before manufacturing.
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Stained glass is actually an extremely durable material, made only better by the fact that it takes color through paints, pigments, and dye. This means it is a wonderful medium for adorning churches and giving it that coveted ethereal feel. Just because stained glass is durable, does not mean it never needs repair though. The fact is church stained glass windows should be repaired or restored every 80-100 years. If your church has stained glass and you wonder if it may soon need repair, read on to find out what surefire signs of disrepair to look for on your chapel’s stained glass and keep it looking lovely and intact for your congregation for decades to come.
An obvious sign it is time to repair your Kansas City church stained glass are gaps of visible light through your window. This is when you can actually see through these holes outside. They can be small or large and you will find them between the glass and the leading or frame. The reason these gaps appear is because there is stretching of the lead and the issue with this is–the surrounding glass panels are no longer held securely in place. The possibility of a piece of glass falling out of the window is high and stained glass professional should be brought in to take a look.
If the stained glass windows in your church are buckling, bowing, bulging or sagging, your windows are in bad repair and could collapse. This, of course, is a worst case scenario but any falling glass is bad glass and could harm a church member. This type of damage is not about the glass itself decaying but rather the wood frame, which has been expanding and contracting over time and is losing strength. In the long run, these rapid shifts in the frame take a big toll on the lead and cause it to lose strength too. This is an issue that needs to be repaired soon to immediately.
The most frequent repair church stained glass windows need (and the least “dangerous”) are to chips and cracks in the glass. Not a fix that is pressing for safety reasons but because they affect the beauty and luster of your church’s stained glass. Keep in mind that cracks in glass are sometimes an indicator of “stress zones” in the glass from a failing frame. So, if you notice cracks getting bigger or increasingly popping up, contact a professional stained glass repair company like Scottish Stained Glass In Kansas.
Kansas City churches have some of the most gorgeous, historic stained glass pieces in the country. With rich historical context and highly inspirational imagery, these stained glass pieces are a real integral part of the worship process. Congregation members often associate these stained glass panels to personal perceptions of each service, guiding their spiritual process. Many of these stained glass pieces offer historic value for the community as well. Restoration offers a great way for you to maintain the antique value while ensuring future generations can enjoy these treasures as well.
Stained glass restoration is a comprehensive process that needs be completed about every 100 years in order to properly maintain your church’s stained glass. This in-depth process is comprised of decades of experience– from mimicking hand-painted glass techniques to finding the perfect replacement glass for damaged pieces, our stained glass artisans meticulously work on your stained glass windows to bring them back to their original condition. Stained glass restoration can be very significant for improving property value, maintaining antique value, as well as ensuring your congregation is able to keep their beloved pieces. Future generations will be able to appreciate the historic value and ties to their community when worshiping to the same stained glass their parents and grandparents did.
Scottish Stained Glass offers industry-leading stained glass restoration for churches all over the nation. Working with an experienced stained glass artisan makes all the difference in the outcome of your project. The restoration process should always begin with an on-site assessment of your stained glass– no stained glass studio should be able to give you estimates over the phone.
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Scottish Stained Glass is honored to have been chosen to manufacture and assemble the complete leaded glass storefront in addition to interior leaded glass features in Altar’d State’s newest location in Boulder. Altar’d State is a faith-based national retailer with over 100 boutiques throughout thirty states. Altar’d State is renowned for its branded unique fashion experience that’s illuminated through gorgeous, modern stained glass displays in many of their locations. With a powerful mission behind their retail experience, Altar’d State prioritizes giving back to the community through child sponsorships, team volunteer work, and charitable giving. Partnering with such an illustrious, philanthropic organization was a really special experience and we’re humbled to have contributed to their specialized shopping experience.
Our team of stained glass artisans worked hard to complete the scope of this project within the strict timeline given. Once Altar’d State obtained their permits, we had exactly three weeks to complete the entire leaded glass project before the installation deadline. The project was comprised of a complete leaded glass storefront, a 12-foot privacy leaded glass interior feature, as well as an 8-foot leaded glass rotunda ceiling feature. All three components totaled 400 square feet of custom leaded stained glass. Since the storefront didn’t exist yet, we had to build all of the leaded glass features based on the given plans and dimensions.
One of the more technical aspects of this project was the curved leaded glass components. We had to calculate the exact radius of each curved leaded glass feature in order to make two proper molds for each piece. With such a limited time frame, we had no room for error. Each piece had to be created perfectly according to the given dimensions. Our 15-person team worked diligently and precisely and when it came it installation time, all leaded glass pieces fit perfectly.
Working alongside numerous other contractors and designers, we all simultaneously came together to create this incredible store from the ground up. While our team meticulously installed each piece of leaded glass, others were installing copper cladding and metal framing. As we pieced together the leaded storefront, designers were creating interior clothing displays and organizing inventory. The entire production worked seamlessly together to accomplish something that looked like it should’ve taken months.
The 12-foot leaded glass feature was installed directly in front of the dressing rooms to provide a beautiful focal point while also offering privacy. Altar’d State had customer-written prayer books turned into custom wallpaper that adorned the walls behind our leaded glass, providing a stunning contrast. On the other side of the 12-foot leaded glass feature, we installed the 8-foot leaded glass dome as a rotunda feature. With lighting incorporated into the center of the leaded glass dome, an almost angelic feel transcends the space.
We are proud of this contemporary leaded glass project and welcome our clients to visit Altar’d State located in Boulder’s 29th Street Mall. It is truly a one-of-a-kind shopping experience complete with beautiful artistic features. If you have any questions regarding these leaded glass features or would like to discuss your upcoming stained glass project, please contact us!
So you have decided to get the stained glass in your Fort Worth home restored. Good for you! You will be astonished at the life and luster that comes with stained glass restoration. Now that the decision is made, next will come the work and, like any job involving renovations and/or a contractor coming into your home, there are some things you can do to prepare your Fort Worth home. Below we have outlined a few suggestions for your preparations based on questions we get and advice we give to our customers.
Should I stay in the house or leave?
We hear this question frequently and for something like home stained glass restoration, the answer is almost always–go ahead and stay. For the most part, stained glass restoration involves cleaning and scrapping. In the cases when more in-depth repair work needs to be done, most times we will be doing it off-sight in our studio.
Clear The Area Around Your Stained Glass Window
Since stained glass is breakable (although, no more so than normal glass) you will want the area to be completely clear so your stained glass restoration specialist can maneuver as easy as possible. Also Clear all ledges, shelves and in particularly, stairs.
Protect Your Furnishings And Keep Kids And Pets Away
Make sure you take a good look at the surrounding furnishings and fixtures near the stained glass window and cover anything you cannot move. Although most of the cleaners used to restore your stained glass are non-toxic– things like water stains are possible if things aren’t covered. Also, make sure to keep kids and pets away from the work area. Things like ladders, buckets, dirty rags, and even loose glass are all typical worksite items that could be dangerous for children and animals–even adults too!
Most importantly, if you have any question on stained glass restoration and/or crews, make sure to ask. At Scottish we are happy to answer any questions before, during and even after we restore your Fort Worth home’s stained glass. Contact us today for more information on stained glass restoration!
There are many ways stained glass can be styled, and artisans are getting more creative now than ever. Stained glass is an ancient art, with some of the oldest pieces being featured in Catholic churches, Victorian mansions, and palaces of Europe. Modern artists are combining the best features of traditional stained glass with a new twist to create delightful new pieces that could never before be imagined.
There are more ways to imagine stained glass for your Kansas City home, business, or church so it stands out whether it is located in River Market or Brookside. Take a look at some of these examples of modern stained glass from the New York Times and My Modern Met to inspire your next property update.
The Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision is a bold example of modern stained glass. Brightly colored stained glass covers almost the entirety of this example modern architecture, making it a hard-to-miss focal point in the city of Hilversum, in the Netherlands. In this behemoth work of stained glass, Dutch architects Willem Jan Neutelings and Michiel Riedijk critique of advertising and marketing, and reaffirm art for art’s sake.
UK-based artist Flora Jamieson creates modern stained glass pieces inspired by graphic design, nature, organic forms, and geometry. She fuses her tastes which are more contemporary with the traditional art of stained glass to create colorful and cheery art like this one of birds and animals on a tree. Her favorite part of the stained glass crafting process is “selecting just the right tones and shades so that they sing out next to each other.”
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These unique stained glass panels were created in 2009 by the late German artist Sigmar Polke for the Grossmünster Cathedral in Zürich. Unlike traditional stained glass, these decorative windows were created using thin slices of agate mosaics creating a colorful composition resembling geode crystals.
Scottish Stained Glass is your go-to solution for stained glass not only Kansas City but the whole state of Kansas. We create custom stained glass works for residential, commercial, and religious properties. Scottish Stained Glass artisans have created over 10,000 custom pieces in a variety of styles from traditional stained glass to modern or contemporary stained glass. Contact us today if you have any questions or would like consultations for what might be the best fit for your building and tastes.
Included in the culture of Denver is an admiration of beauty and a unique appreciation for history paired with a compelling sense of wanderlust. A trip to Sainte Chapelle, located in the center of the Île de la Cité in Paris, may seem a sidestep just several minutes walk from Notre Dame. However, the unparalleled examples of the church stained glass housed in its upper chapel will mesmerize with the marriage of High-gothic architecture and the scintillating beauty of light-play. Tucked into the grounds of the Palais de Justice, and a short distance from the famed French flower markets, Sainte Chapelle houses the unique and awesome beauty of 13th-century stained glass commissioned by Louis IX. The religious traveler will no doubt be richly rewarded with a visit to one of the locations that solidified France as a hub for Christian pilgrimage. A French holiday for those piqued by history or art appreciation would not be complete without the gemstone light-filled chapel in Sainte Chapelle either. This is a must visit location for the sunshine-loving Coloradan.
A perfect way to memorialize your trip of a lifetime would be to bring the unique beauty of Paris back to Denver. Building upon hundreds of years of technique, and perfecting their proficiency with more than 20 years of experience in religious, commercial and home stained glass design Scottish Stained Glass are masters of design, installation and restoration. The beautiful Rocky Mountain light streaming through a unique piece of stained glass can set your Colorado home apart. With the convenience of locations in Denver, Fort Collins and Colorado Springs which service the Front Range and beyond, bring beautiful old-world art into your distinctive home. For a personalized collaboration to bring the beauty of Sainte Chapelle, or a more contemporary or prairie-style glass piece to your bright Colorado home. Contact the master artisans at Scottish Stained Glass today!
Stained glass windows in churches all over the world have been capturing our attention for centuries. If you are a true stained glass lover, you are probably aware of the following churches that are renowned for their stained glass masterpieces. However, if you haven’t been to the following churches and cathedrals, start making your travel plans now.
Here are three of the best churches for stained glass that should be on every stained glass lover’s bucket list!
Brown Memorial Park Avenue Presbyterian Church in Baltimore, Maryland, is a large, Gothic Revival-style church built in 1870. The church features 11 Tiffany windows, in addition to several others. One of the famed stained glass windows created by Louis Comfort Tiffany is The Annunciation to the Shepherds. Tiffany used methods that had never been used before, like blending colors while the glass was still molten, producing a milky or opalescent effect. These stained glass windows must be seen in person to be truly appreciated.
There are many beautiful churches and cathedrals in Paris, but the Sainte-Chapelle, on Paris’s central Ile de la Cité, is a must-see for stained glass lovers. Sainte-Chapelle houses 15 tall stained glass windows which depict tales from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. For the patrons of the Middle Ages, this was their only method of learning the Holy Scriptures.
Augsburg Cathedral is another church that should be on every stained glass lover’s bucket list. This Romanesque Church in Augsburg, Germany, in the heart of Bavaria, boasts stained glass portraits of Moses, Daniel and other Biblical figures that have withstood the test of time.
Church Stained Glass Design and Restoration In San Antonio
Church stained glass can be seen all over the world, and even in our city of San Antonio. At Scottish Stained Glass, we can take care of all your San Antonio stained glass needs. San Antonio is a vibrant city rich in art, history and culture and, as much as the architecture unique to San Antonio, the church stained glass is part of the city. Scottish Stained Glass has been restoring church stained glass in San Antonio for years, as well as helping San Antonio homeowners create one-of-a-kind stained glass masterpieces in their homes. Contact us to help you with your church stained glass.
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