Exterior Products
Elaine and Ian Lonsdale run the company and endeavour to produce quality products at an affordable price. Elaine is the designer and has a wonderful selection of existing designs which can usually be adapted to fit any window size and shape or naturally, she can accept a design brief for something original. Ian will translate the design into a leaded panel ready to be fitted into the window.
They operate a full fitting service and all their prices are fully inclusive of design and fitting costs. They are not VAT registered so no VAT is applicable on the price quoted .
"We are delighted with the window. It has transformed the bathroom yet fits in with the style of the house." Mrs Lucy Kitcher. Knutsford.
Door panels
Perhaps the most common issue for clients is the lack of stained glass in their front door. This is usually because the constant opening and closing does shorten the life of the stained glass panels inserted into it. Once the lead disintegrated through metal fatigue, many householders replaced the panels with ordinary glass. It is easy to reintroduce stained glass panels to doors especially if one of the neighbours has the original design. Some clients prefer to have one large panel rather than two and with a small amount of woodworking to remove the central wooden strut, a new look can be achieved.
The key benefits of reverting back to stained glass panels in the door are:
- It adds colour to the door.
- It has aesthetic appeal
- It adds value to the property by restoring original features.
It is a widely held view by estate agents that the cost of restoring original features to a period property greatly increases its value and the costs involved can be seen as an investment.
Window panels
These are commissioned for both old and new properties as stained glass can be accommodated in their triple glazed form into UPVC windows as well as traditional wooden frames. Modern designs can also be commissioned for newer properties as well as the more traditional designs which reflect the age of the house e.g. a house built in the 1930's usually has an 'Art Deco' design and an Edwardian House, an 'Art Nouveau' design.
Refurbishment
Lead, like all metals, suffers over the years from the elements and this results in the 'whitening' effect on the lead cames as shown in the before photo. After treatment, the lead can be restored to not only look better but also preserve it for many more years. For a free no-obligation quote contact us by phone : 0161 9761877or email: enquiries@vintageglassstudio.co.uk
Before After
Repairs
As well as refurbishment of lead, we can also replace broken or cracked glass pieces, often without having to take out the panel. The real problem is matching up the colour and texture of the broken pieces but with one of the widest selection of new and old glass, we pride ourselves in closely matching the original. Wherever possible, the repairs will be done on-site but if there is too much damage such as that resulting from a break-in, the panel will have to removed and repaired at our studio. Alternative glass will always be fitted to replace the removed panel on a temporary basis until the panel is repaired. We always endeavour to complete the repairs within a maximum of 4 weeks after removing it. If you have any broken or cracked pieces and wish to have a free no-obligation quote, then contact us by phone : 0161 9761877or email: enquiries@vintageglassstudio.co.uk
Gallery
Please enjoy perusing some recent windows/doors that we have produced.
Window commissions
Door commissions
Before After
The before and after shots clearly show that these houses have been greatly enhanced with the fitting of new panels which has restored the original features and made the properties more appealing and valuable.
Traditional Front Doors
These doors were based on similar designs on houses in the neighbourhood.
Encapsulated (triple glazed) windows
Installed in extensions in older properties, the design on the left into a wooden frame and the one on the right into a uPVC frame.