Modern businesses face increasing demands for both security and visual appeal. At Bent Glass Design, we help bridge that gap with bullet-resistant bent glass—a custom-fabricated solution that strengthens your space while maintaining clarity and sophistication. Whether you manage a retail storefront, a theater, a financial institution, or a public facility, our glass is designed to… Read more »
There is no dispute about the use of glass in shower and bath enclosures. Glass is functional and elegant. The glass can be flat or curved, transparent or decorative, framed, semi-framed, or unframed to suit the customer. There are a few things to remember about glass shower enclosures: Safety Glazing is Required in All Shower… Read more »
The windows on the front façade of the New York Yacht Club’s Clubhouse on West 44th Street have been restored to current day standards. This stately Beaux-Arts style building opened in 1901 originally had wood windows with monolithic glass. The new glass is 7mm laminated, providing better sound control and resistance to ultraviolet radiation. Traditional… Read more »
One of Bent Glass Design’s most familiar faces in its Hatboro factory is that of Paul Pich. For 29 years, Paul has been a major contributor to the day-to-day operation of the company. According to Plant Manager Wendi Helms, “Paul can do it all. He ran the ovens, laminated, insulated, and he generously shares his knowledge with… Read more »
The collaboration between Milano Glassworks and Bent Glass Design has resulted in custom glass for a variety of residential and commercial architectural applications, including glass railings, entryways, doors, and sidelites. Milano Glassworks has been recognized for its stained glass with traditional lead caming since 1993, but that is not all this small, family-run company can… Read more »
The thicker the glass, the greater the strength. Not so with chemically strengthened glass. Elevecture, located in New York City, has incorporated 2mm chemically strengthened glass in building lobbies and interior elevator cabs—high traffic areas that are often subjected to impacts or scratches. More information is available from Elevecture. Chemically strengthened glass offers two more… Read more »
Let’s face it, shoppers want to see what they are buying when it comes to food. Glass is hygienic, attractive, and easy to clean—attributes that enhance the shopping experience. RPI Industries, located in Medford, New Jersey, have over 30-years’ experience manufacturing refrigerated and non-refrigerated glass cases for the hospitality and food service markets. Standard or… Read more »
Boscawen, New Hampshire is the home of KSD Custom Wood Products, Inc., a supplier of custom crafted wood windows and doors. These traditional windows and doors are found in many residential, commercial, educational, and institutional buildings. In some cases, these windows and doors are comprised of curved glass that is installed into insulating glass units, delivering both… Read more »
Not all buildings are created the same, leading to many structures requiring custom glass solutions for rooms or to protect against something like leaks. Below are a few of these unique window situations that Bent Glass Design can help create customized solutions for. Round Skylights When it comes to homes or business buildings, any installed… Read more »
Many homeowners used to be apprehensive about incorporating glass into their homes. But glass has come a long way over the years and is now a staple inside of many houses. Homeowners are finding all kinds of creative ways to work glass into the mix. Check out a few creative uses for glass in your… Read more »
