What’s the difference between stained glass and leaded glass? Oftentimes, people use these terms interchangeably and that’s fine, though industry insiders would differentiate them in one major way: leaded suggests no color is involved while stained implies color. Makes sense, doesn’t it? Whether or not your glass is clear or stained, one thing is for… Read more »
Did you see Prince Harry marry Meghan Markle? That was an impressive wedding, to say the least. Millions of people watched the event, televised for all to see worldwide. Much of the day took place in the town of Windsor in the United Kingdom. For those of you who might not know, Windsor is a… Read more »
If you’re looking to get someone a gift, but that person seems to “have everything,” here’s something they might not have… yet: stained glass windows in their home. Talk about an elegant and memorable gift– stained glass windows are something people admire and talk about for years. Whether it’s a gift or something you treat… Read more »
In the old days, people spent a lot of time away from home, whether at work or socializing at the local bar. People joined bowling leagues, Moose lodges, knitting circles and other activities that were “out of the house.” Today, however, it seems like more and more people are cocooning at home. Their home is… Read more »
Over time, things can happen to stained glass windows, including damage and deterioration. Broken Glass The glass itself, if poorly processed or impure, can have tiny internal fractures or minor discolorations. Of course good old dirt can make stained glass windows dirty– which can be cleaned, thankfully. And glass, whether we like it or not,… Read more »
Did you ever wonder why some Christian churches look so majestic with their spires, bell towers, and gorgeous stained glass windows? Church builders throughout the centuries have tried to make their buildings the most impressive looking buildings in a city. It was and is there way of showing a glimpse of the glory of God… Read more »
Catholic churches– especially the older ones– have long been known for their ornate and elaborate stained glass windows. Why do so many Catholic churches have them? Communication For starters, long ago we have to remember that the majority of people couldn’t read. Therefore, when the church wanted to communicate Bible stories and ideas to people,… Read more »
Did you know there are people who professionally study glass? Take John Mauro, for instance. He’s a researcher at Penn State who is interested in the physics and chemistry of glassy materials like stained glass windows. He decided to investigate 13th-century glass in order to dispel a longstanding myth that cathedral glass is thicker at… Read more »
People who move into homes with stained glass windows often clean everything but their stained glass windows. Why is that? Could they fear they’re going to break them if they dare get near them or touch them? Perhaps. Ideally, if you have stained glass windows in your home or office and you want to clean… Read more »
You’ve heard of stained glass but you’re probably not that familiar with the term leaded glass. Interestingly, stained glass actually is leaded glass. Both terms can be used interchangeably. Stained Glass Vs. Leaded Glass Windows So what’s the difference, then? In general, leaded glass suggests no color is involved while stained glass implies color. If… Read more »