Finding privacy in today’s busy world can be challenging. We spend our time in crowded offices, traffic-packed streets, and busy homes. But as difficult as it can be to find, privacy is simply something you can’t live without. That’s why you should consider stained glass for your Dallas home. With
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably spent more time at home in the last couple of years because of the pandemic. When you’re at home more often, you start to notice little things that bug you. Then, before you know it, you find yourself in the middle of a
Do you live in a home with transom windows? Transoms are the small windows on the uppermost portion of your wall. Their purpose is to let extra light into your home. Unfortunately, in terms of aesthetics, they don’t bring much to the table. Most transoms are made with flat glass
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
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
Historic homes certainly have their charm and character, but they often require some work. If you’ve recently moved into a historic home with stained glass windows, it’s important to give them a good once over to evaluate their condition. See any cracks or chips? Does the glass look cloudy? If
Many people are surprised to hear that they can use stained glass in the bathroom windows of their Dallas home. Of course, decorating with stained glass isn’t at all a new trend. But a lot of people assume that these colorful windows are only meant for churches. But what they
Homeowners throughout Dallas are always looking for ways to improve their property. Investing in your home can be fulfilling for many reasons, offering numerous benefits. From improving your property’s overall value to creating visual interest throughout your home, renovations can provide a great ROI as well. Whether you’ve found your
Knowing when it is time to replace or restore your Dallas Church’s stained glass is not intuitive. Many parishioners do not notice anything wrong with their stained glass–except maybe it looks a little dingy. Which is why we urge you to get your church’s stained glass inspected by a professional.
Many times, when people contact us for stained glass restoration in Dallas, they are often surprised to hear how complicated and time-consuming the process is. If stained glass has been damaged by hail, vandalism, or the elements, there may be broken pieces. These cannot be simply cut out and replaced.
Did you know that some of the longest standing stained glass windows in Dallas are over one hundred years old? That’s right, some of Dallas’ church stained glass is close to one hundred and fifty years old. Looking at Dallas’ stained glass is like looking back in time and seeing
Perhaps your stained glass windows aren’t looking as clear or colorful as they used to. Or maybe the leading is bent out of shape in places and the glass itself is cracked or bulging. Either way, your Dallas church stained glass windows are in need of restoration. But with all
Stained and leaded glass can be found in homes, churches, and establishments all across the country. In Dallas, stained glass can be found in historic areas like Munger Place, Oak Cliff, Preston Hollow, and Kessler Park. Today, many of these neighborhoods are over a century old and many stained glass
In Dallas, where ranch-style and craftsman style homes are extremely common, stained glass can look very beautiful in a home’s entryway, kitchen, bathroom, or another common area. It creates an air of sophistication and elegance, adds privacy, and creates a peaceful, tranquil environment since it allows natural light to freely
Dallas real estate is booming– many homeowners are always looking for fun renovation projects and different, unique ways to make their homes really stand out. Beveled glass is a type of stained glass that presents a timeless look which can be incorporated into any style home. Beveled glass can really
Stained glass has been integrated into architecture for decades. Architects like Frank Lloyd Wright, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, and the Greene brothers often incorporated stained glass into the homes they designed. The ability of stained glass to control light and alter views makes it very useful, which is why it’s commonly
As many of the beautiful, meaningful stained glass pieces come to age in Dallas synagogues and temples, it’s important to understand when to start repairs or the restoration process. Stained glass in places of worship often inspire congregation members in a deeper, symbolic way. With powerful imagery and personal perceptions,
The Chartres Cathedral, Notre Dame de Paris, the Canterbury Cathedral, Sainte-Chapelle – these are all well known examples of the beauty of stained glass. In Dallas, stained glass can be found in churches, cathedrals, and even the homes and businesses belonging to the city’s current residents. But though many may
Replacing And Repairing Stained Glass On Dallas Churches Lovely stained glass windows can be all around the great city of Dallas and these relics of history are beloved to parishioners as they are beautiful. In fact, they are so loved that here, at Scottish Stained Glass, get a number of
Scottish Stained Glass is proud of our acclaimed historic stained glass restoration process. We’ve completed dozens of antique stained glass restoration throughout the Dallas area– helping our community preserve these historical treasures and one-of-a-kind pieces of art. Many of these stained glass panels are featured through Dallas’ theaters, museums, restaurants,
Dallas churches are filled with some of the most beautiful, intricate stained glass windows. We’ve had the pleasure of restoring some of these amazing, antique pieces with our renowned restoration techniques. Scottish Stained Glass is the recognized leader in restoring church stained glass in Dallas as well as all over the
The dining room can be such an important part in any Dallas home. Whether you’re having an intimate dinner with your family, hosting an elegant dinner party for friends, or even helping your kids with their homework at the dining table, it’s important to have a sense of privacy knowing
Choosing The Best Stained Glass Style For Your Dallas Home Dallas is a large and very eclectic city with houses from many different eras. Some of our Dallas clients come to us concerned with finding a stained glass window that matches the time period in which their home was built.
Fall has officially arrived in Dallas and with things starting to cool off, there’s plenty to look forward to within the upcoming months. In just a few short weeks, holiday festivities will be well on the way as we head toward the most wonderful time of year. Soon, it will
Are you looking to sell your Dallas home? The addition of stained glass to your entryway adds a WOW factor as prospective buyers first enter the home. It also provides privacy while allowing natural light into the entryway. With a stained glass entryway, you can potentially sell your home faster
Often when people choose to sell their home, they remodel certain aspects of it before putting it on the market. This is because custom and modern fixtures can help increase the resale value of a property and, in turn, make buying a new home an easier, more financially comfortable process.
Scottish Stained Glass is proud to announce that we have opened a branch in Dallas, Texas. While we have been serving the Dallas market with the nation’s finest residential stained glass for the past decade, we have been doing it remotely, working with clients over the internet. Now that we
