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Stained Glass
This category is devoted to the preservation, artful designs and the craft skills to make a stained glass piece, all questions concerning materials, tools, technical details, historical origins and modern techniques and how-to's will be found here.
317 Questions
How much does it cost to have a pergola stained?
The cost to have a pergola stained typically ranges from $1 to $3 per square foot, depending on factors like the size of the pergola, the type of wood, and the complexity of the job. For a standard-sized pergola, total costs can range from $300 to $1,200 or more. Additional expenses may arise if repairs or prep work are needed before staining. It's advisable to get quotes from local professionals for a more accurate estimate.
Why do they put lead in glass?
Lead, in the form of lead oxide, PbO, is added to glass to stabilize the matrix and improve the working characteristics of the glass. As a flux, PbO lowers the melting point considerably, and it also decreases the viscosity of the material. Additionally, lead oxide changes (increases) the refractive index of the glass. Use the link below to check facts and learn more.
It has 21. You take the number of letters in the word and multiply it by the number of vowels. So for this word you multiply 7 by 3 and that is 21.
Can windows get so cold they break?
Windows can get so cold that they break. If the temperature outside is very cold and the temperature inside is warm it can lead to windows cracking.
That isn't a person's name, but the name of a business. Meyda (a name made by combining the names of the company's founders) originally built products for Tiffany, including the famous Coca-Cola stained glass chandeliers. Meyda Tiffany is a stained glass line for the Meyda company.
Current price per pound of recycled glass?
Here's a page I found with some recycled glass prices on it.
http://www.recycle.net/Glass/glass/xv090100.html
Why is a blue glass used in a stained glass window blue?
The blue glass absorbs all colors of light EXCEPT Blue, which passes through and to your eyes.
Were there stained glass windows in castles?
Castles didn't have stain glass windows ( some do today because they have been added) because they were built for protection and defense.
I WOULD LIKE TO LEARN HOW TO DO STAIN GLASS.ANY BODY OUT THERE WILLING TO HELP ME LEARN?
You should take a look at Rivers Edge Stained Glass in Medford. They offer stained glass classes. See if they will let you sit in on one, then talk to the others there. One of them might love a chance to help you learn the art.
Is lead banned in glass or stained glass?
What window cleaner is best for stained glass windows?
I am including a link that tells you how to identify which type of stained glass you have and how to clean it. It is important to follow the directions carefully because if not cleaned the right way crystals can form from the stained glass and are hazardous. http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Clean-Stained-Glass-Windows&id=2540582
Where can one find a stained glass fireplace screen?
One can purchase a stained glass fireplace screen from any good hardware store. Alternatively, one can also purchase one from websites such as eBay or Amazon.
Why the double-glazing window should not have a vacuum between the sheets of glass?
because vacuum will make the glass collapse
Is there a paint you can use on your glass window to look like stained glass?
Yes, most art supply stores and craft stores carry a "faux" stained glass paint.
You can get it in very small containers as part of a kit, in medium and large sized containers in single colours and in spray form.
The kits and individual medium sized containers have the most varieties. They have a semi-transparent, opaque, pearlized, and glitter colours.
