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STYLE of DOOR

Full View Glass

Full view glass creates a major and inviting design for interiors and exteriors of homes. Their expansive surface area assures a high level of interior illuminations... perfect for the brightening of major entry ways. In addition, their generous dimensions provide richness to the home's facade and lend an aura of prestige.

Half View Glass

Half view glass offers attractive possibilities for making a visible, highly personal design statement. Their popular proportion gives them general appeal, just right for a wide range of home sizes and styles. They represent an idela balance between translucency and privacy, decorative style and security.

Twin View Glass

Twin view glass is the pairing of elegant narrow shapes that let in plenty of sunlight while imparting a private, more intimate feel.

SIZE of DOOR (in relation to glass size)

6/8 Doors

Full View glass for 6/8 door is 64" in length.
Half View glass and Twin View glass for standard 6/8 door are 36" in length.

8/0 Doors

Full View glass for 8/0 door is 80" in length.
Three Quarter glass for 8/0 doors is 64" in length with 12" bottom panels.

DECORATIVE GLASS SELECTION

Choosing decorative glass is always based on personal taste and choice. However, architects, designers and decorators base their decisions on one or more of the following practical and aesthetics considerations.

Dimension

Glass size is often determined by the relative size of the home and its entrance way (proportion and balance), by the amount of light transmission desired, and by te level of open or enclosed feeling one wishes to create.

Design

Design or patterns may be used on or influenced by a hoe architectural style.

Translucence

The degree of glass transparency and the amount of light admitted affect the level of illumination or privacy achieved.

Surface Treatment

A specific glass texture is chosen to create a desired light pattern projected through the glass onto vestibule walls and floors.