Houston Stained Glass restoration
Stained glass windows and doors can last for generations, fully intact, but unfortunately that is not always the case. Sometimes things beyond our control can happen and damages may occur. If your stained glass has fallen victim to a mishap, maybe it is time to look into repair or restoration.
There are many different things that can happen to a stained glass panel. Over time, the effects of wind might cause it to bow, with the result that the pieces of glass are loose within the lead caming, or even might fall out.
If your panel is moved, it might be damaged in the shipping process. If it is not protected with a clear glass pane on the outside, but instead is facing the external world, in contact with the elements, it can easily be damaged. A flying rock, a gale force wind, a stray branch, after all, stained glass—no matter how well constructed—is only glass, and glass is fragile.
If you live in Houston, stained glass restoration is easy to find. Custom Stained Glass Houston has extensive experience doing restoration and repair work on all kinds of stained glass pieces, from lamps to skylights. How we work to restore a piece depends on its needs.
We will remove the panel from the window or doorframe, and take it apart starting from the outer edge. We will disassemble only as much of it as we need to get to the faulty area that needs the repair. Then, we will insert new and matching glass, new and matching lead caming, and more solder, being careful to match the look of the original. When it’s all reassembled, we will polish it up and your stained glass will be as lovely as new.
For Houston Stained Glass, restoration is a way of honoring all the amazing stained glass craftsmen who came before us, whose techniques we have studied and whose work has inspired us. Don’t think that your piece cannot be restored to its previous glory—in all likelihood, it can be. Let us take a look at it and give you an expert opinion founded in more than two decades of stained glass craftsmanship.
Did you know: as part of the largest stained glass studio in the country, Custom Stained Glass Houston restorations are part of a long tradition? We even have a collection of antique stained glass windows for sale, that we have restored. When you see them, you will be amazed. Take a look at the beautiful and fully restored Antique Scottish Collection right here.
Please contact us to talk about your stained glass repair or restoration project, and know that your valued piece will be in the best hands.
