Bayarea Window Glass

Vinyl windows have been around for decades but at first, they were bulky, unattractive, and regarded as inferior. Vinyl windows have come a long way from the early days. Today homeowners and builders choose vinyl for both full replacement and retrofit applications. Made from PVC material, used in many other building applications, these windows won’t peel, warp or bend even after years in the elements. PVC polymers mix well with pigments to create windows in vibrant colors and in all shapes and forms. Do I need full replacement or retrofit windows? Full replacement or construction windows are typically used for new buildings or extensions. If current window frames are rotting a full replacement may be necessary. Some homeowners also choose the full replacement option when they want to enlarge or change their windows. Vinyl replacement or retrofit windows are fitted into the existing window frame. The result is a solution that is cheaper and quicker to install. Retrofit windows are ...

There are many advantages to upgrading your home gym by installing mirror walls. Gym mirrors help you to keep an eye on your form and progress and could help to avoid injury. They also add space and light to the gym and give it a professional appeal. Finding the right space for your gym mirror Mirror walls are permanently attached so it’s important that you choose the right spot for your gym mirrors . Here are some guidelines Choose a wall that isn’t too close to your weight rack. Consider the fragility of glass in choosing where it should go To maximize light reflection, place the mirror on a wall that is perpendicular to the window rather than on the opposite wall Don’t worry too much about electrical fittings or imperfections in the chosen wall as your glass installer can work around these. Cut-outs for electrical installations may add cost to the project so discuss your needs with the professionals. How to decide on the size of your gym mirrors From a practical standpoint, t...

Glass is fragile so we expect a break from time to time. An accident involving broken glass can be quite dramatic, drawing immediate attention to the incident. Cracks in the window glass , on the other hand, are a little stealthier and may creep up on you. Cracked or broken, you’ll have to arrange for a glass repair or you may choose to replace the window glass yourself.   We explain the causes of window cracks below: What caused that crack in your window? When most of us think of window glass damage, we picture a strike by an object like a ball or stone. Yet, this is, by no means the only source of window glass damage. Aging frames - in older houses where window frames are aging and the glass is fragile, cracks may happen quite easily. Even opening and closing the sashes can cause a crack. If this is the case, you may have to consider window replacements Impact - An impact crack, the result of a knock by a hard object is usually easy to recognize. You should see a center po...

Recommendations from Roxy Your San Jose Glass Company When customers approach us about new window installations, they’re often aware of the energy-saving potential of glass. Yet, few consider the many ways in which windows can help to reduce noise in the home. If you’re battling with sleeplessness caused by outside noise, some window treatments may be all you need to correct the problem. As professionals at your San Jose glass company , we’re here to help.  Here are some of the methods that you can use to reduce the noise in your home. Glass treatments that help to reduce noise Some windows are better at soundproofing than others. Here are some of the factors to consider Thicker glass – to effectively reduce noise, choose glass that is at least 0.2” Laminated glass – although the main purpose of laminated glass is security, it also muffles sound. Laminated glass is heat-treated and bonded together with a thin plastic sheet. Double or triple glazing – multiple panes of glass...