Window Design Ideas: Stained-Glass Windows

Antique Stained-Glass Windows

Antique stained- and leaded-glass windows can bring character and light into any renovation or building project. Here are a few tips for finding them:

-- Look for salvaged windows at businesses specializing in antiques, architectural salvage, and construction demolition.
-- Consult with a restoration specialist or artisan before cleaning stained glass, particularly pieces that feature painted-glass elements.
-- Remember that antique glass does not offer the protection of safety glass. Check with local code officials before using salvaged windows and doors as structural elements.
-- Consider using antique glass as a window treatment, such as a valance.