Repairs to Church Stained Glass Window Panels

Why repair old church stained glass window panels? Usually, the stained glass windows have special meaning to the church, and are an integral part of their church history. Our current repair job is one in which the church stained glass panels were installed in 1946 by Frank's father. This is 4 years before Frank was even born. What we did was make repairs to the church stained glass windows by releading lead failures, replacing broken glass, adding new inscription plates where they were needed, remaking the frames in PVC and then adding tempered glass as protection. Now the church stained glass windows are ready for the next 63 years. Please visit our website to learn more about repairs to church stained glass window panels.

Process of building stained glass windows

The process of building a stained glass window panel today is basically unchanged since The Middle Ages. Step number one is the design. For example, religious stained glass window panels are conceived with the actual opening in mind. Is the opening a rectangle, square, gothic arch, round top or some other configuration? Next, a full-sized drawing called a cartoon is made. After the cartoon is made, glass colors are picked based on the design and the amount of light available to illuminate the stained glass window. Pieces of glass are cut from patterns made and the stained glass window panel is leaded together with lead came and soldered with lead solder. After the stained glass window panel is soldered on both sides, it is waterproofed. There are various methods of accomplishing this task, and we prefer the old-fashioned way, since it is stronger and easier to repair if a piece of glass is broken. After the waterproofing, the religious stained glass window panel is cleaned and is ready for installation. This is a very basic explanation of the process of church stained glass design. However, I will say that the most important part is listening to your customer and providing them with a stained glass window that has all the elements important to their religious experience. For more information about stained glass church windows, please visit our website today.

How to Choose a Stained Glass Studio

Choosing a stained glass studio to build or repair your church stained glass windows is a daunting task. One of the ways we get new work, is by doing a good job. In other words, word of mouth advertising. This is by far the best reference you can receive. Our motivation on the job is to do a good job. Perfection or as close to perfection as we can get is what we strive for. Our stained glass window panels are built to exact measurements and installed using correct methods. We build our windows the old fashioned way, no shortcuts for us. Please visit our website and view are church stained glass windows.

Painted Stained Glass Church Windows

Painted Stained Glass Church Windows come in many forms and designs. Figure windows of Christ depicting many biblical scenes are quite striking and invoke various feelings and reverence. Color and light are an integral part of all stained glass windows. Painted windows are no different since the amount of paint on the glass has a direct correlation to the amount of light in the sanctuary. Controlling light and using light to illuminate are hallmarks of good stained glass church windows. Please view our examples of stained glass church windows today.

Repairs to Church stained glass windows

We can make repairs to your Church Stained Glass Windows. These repairs can be as simple as releading and cleaning or as complex as repairs to broken glass pieces, painted repairs, repairs to window sashes or new wood or pvc products. Church stained glass window panel repairs are necessary to the life of your important investment. Maybe you want us to look at your windows and give you an honest opinion as to the needs of your church stained glass window panels. Call us today about repairs to your church stained glass windows.

Church Stained Glass Window "Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane"

Church Stained Glass Window “Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane”. (See picture top left on this page) This is a round design with kiln fired hand painted artwork. Opalescent glass is used to control light and accent artwork. Llorens Leaded Art Glass can make any design to meet your needs. Please contact us today to request a free quote.

Church Stained Glass Window "Come Unto Me"

Church Stained Glass Window “Come Unto Me” – is a kiln fired hand painted column arch design with a figure of Christ in the center. Opalescent glass is used to control light. The column and arch contain detailed hand painting and air brushing to accentuate the three-dimensional look. The figure of Christ contains hand painted and air brushed drapery. The head and hands of Christ are hand painted for realism. This is a very beautiful design and can also be done in the round without the column and arch. Please view our stained glass church window gallery today.