In many communities, installing glass block windows requires a permit, and code requirements will usually specify the number of vents that must be included.

The functional benefits of this popular ‘80s window style might just make it a viable design decision again, especially for use in retro homes.

The post Glass Block Window Installation in the Basement appeared first on Family Handyman. The glass block window panel sits on the block or concrete wall and is held in place with mortar and caulk.

Q: My house needs more efficient windows. I live alone, so I am considering some glass block windows for security. Are they very efficient and how can I have some summertime ventilation with them ...

Dear Amy: Glass block windows are definitely more secure than standard double-pane glass windows for several reasons. Although it is possible to hammer one’s way through a glass block window, it ...

Over the years the window above a bathtub in an older home succumbs to exposure to moisture and its wooden frame and sill rot away. Replacing the window with a glass block unit designed for the ...

J.D.: Glass-block windows are an excellent alternative to standard pane windows for first-floor and basement windows when you have security concerns. Although it is possible to break through them ...

When researching your window options, be sure to ask about hurricane-approved glass-block windows, because not only are they attractive, they provide privacy, let in plenty of light and are very ...

Dear Kathy: As people become more concerned about security at home, they are installing more glass and plastic block windows. This is particularly true for first-floor and basement windows where a ...