Glass blocks are manufactured in numerous finishes, textures, colors and shapes which allow the for the construction of a wide variety of full walls, half walls, partitions, as shown in Figure 1, railings and windows that would suit almost any environment.
![glass blocks as room divider](images2/glass%20blocks%209_small.jpg)
Figure 1 - Glass blocks used as a partition between an entryway and a living room.
Styles and Features Of Glass Blocks |
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Style |
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See Through |
The see through glass block does not distort vision and allows for the maximum transmission of light. This block is generally used in a grid pattern. |
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Frosted |
A frosted glass block provides good without the use of a pattern. The frosted texture is placed on the inside faces of the glass making them very easy to clean. |
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Random Wave |
By designing an intersecting random wave pattern this glass block provides an elegant appearance and superb privacy. The exterior surface is smooth which makes cleaning trouble-free. |
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Vertical / Horizontal Rib |
By placing vertical ribs on one side of the glass block and horizontal ribs on the other side, true privacy is obtained without sacrificing a lot of light transmission. To make cleaning convenient the ribs are placed on the inside surfaces of the glass block. |
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Crystalline |
The crystalline pattern provides elegance, privacy and still transmits the majority of light. |
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Diamond |
The diamond pattern provides unique light transmission placing shadows and light throughout the room. An excellent choice if looking for windows requiring some privacy. |
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Leather |
Leather as an elegance all its own and when molded into a glass block you have created sophistication coupled with privacy and light transmission. |
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Grid |
If looking to eliminate glare while still providing adequate privacy and acceptable light transmission the grid pattern is an excellent choice. |
Types Of Glass Blocks
![22.5 degree glass block](images/bend.jpg)
22.5 Degree
![90 degree corner glass block](images/corner.jpg)
Corner - 90 Degree
![double end glass block](images/double%20end.jpg)
Double End
![weck end glass block](images/weck%20end.jpg)
Weck End
Glass Block Colors
![blue glass block](images3/blue.jpg)
Blue
![gold glass block](images3/gold.jpg)
Gold
![grey glass block](images3/gray.jpg)
Grey
![green glass block](images3/green.jpg)
Green
![rose glass block](images3/rose.jpg)
Rose
![turquoise glass block](images3/turquoise.jpg)
Turquoise
![violet glass block](images3/violet.jpg)