mercredi 30 juillet 2014

Beautiful Uses For Glass In Your Home

By Hudson Winthrop


Glass is one of the best materials available to the average consumer, especially if you're doing construction on or decorating your home. In fact, a lot of people prefer glass for these activities is because it's both beautiful and versatile. Also, glass creates more colorful style, both contemporary and modern. So, how can glass improve your home?

Rooms tend to be more appealing when they are brightly lit and have plenty of open space. Many interior designers use mirrors or glass panels to bounce light around the room and create the effect of expanding the open space. If you want to reduce light instead of reflect it, non-reflective coatings can be applied to glass panels to eliminate glare. There are many different colors, patterns and designs available to pick from as well, so you can likely find one to complement any style. Many glass workers are able to create custom designs, which can make your home look truly unique.

Coffee tables are a staple of the American living room. If you choose the right one, it can enhance both the form and the functionality of the room. Simple coffee tables with glass surfaces are a very popular choice more several reasons. Not only can you choose from a wide range of styles for the base, the transparent surface can help preserve the open feel of the room. Even for tables that are not made primarily with glass, a glass table top can still be an effective way to add shine and protection to the surface.

Railings are the one thing that brings stairs together and glass is easily applied to this principle. In fact, you can get either frameless panels or frames with a chrome-finish, which look amazing.

Glass tiles are another common form that the versatile material comes in. You have probably heard about the upsides of using glass instead of porcelain or stone. Not only are they easy to maintain, they also have a natural resistance to water damage, making them a great choice for any area of the home with running water. With the numerous colors and patterns only available with glass tiles, you can create a truly unique look.

If you walk into any modern art museum, you will quickly notice how many of the pieces were made using glass. This is because glass has a unique look that cannot be replicated with other materials. In addition to its beautiful form, the number of uses for glass and its affordable price make it a great choice for any home.




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