Glass is't just for Windows

Glass isn’t just for Windows!

When thinking of glass, most people think windows for their home, car or business. But you would be amazed at how many other things Glass Doctor works on. Glass is often used in home décor on items such as tabletops, cabinets, shelving, showers and patio doors.

Glass-topped dining tables are very stylish and don’t stain or warp like wooden tables can. They also don’t require polishing, and you can place hot dishes directly on the glass. Many people choose a glass top for a table so they can customize the shape and size such as round, rectangle, square or to custom fit a specific area.

Many homeowners opt for glass shelves, as they appear to float and don’t detract from the items being showcased. This leads to clean lines in a home and can be utilized in all rooms for displaying items such as books, candles, flowers and more. And new technology allows for tongue and groove glass shelves that require no unsightly hardware.  

Shower doors are often used in place of shower curtains. A beautiful shower is the centerpiece of any bathroom. It allows light into the space and can make showering more enjoyable. A well-appointed bathroom can greatly increase the value of your home. Glass Doctor has many shapes, sizes, designs and colors available for handling your updating needs. 

Patio Doors take a lot of abuse at home with people in and out on a daily basis. Ensuring that you have energy efficient glass in these doors will help keep the heat in and reduce your energy costs. Not only are these doors an outlet to your yard but also they serve as security and a light source. Make sure you select and maintain your patio glass with care.

Whatever your glass needs, Glass Doctor has many different styles to best suit your home and your décor needs.

DIY Decorative Mirrors

George Bernard Shaw once said, “You use a glass mirror to see your face; you use works of art to see your soul.”  Think about that for a minute.  Now, what if you could do both at the same time – see your face and see your soul?  Well, you can.  Your Glass Doctor® specialists have provided you with five options to create your own decorative mirror work of art.

Seashells

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The fun part about this mirror is you can use shells you’ve collected from past vacations.  If all else fails, you can always purchase shells at your local craft shop, but maybe this is just the perfect excuse for a beach getaway in the near future.

Flowers

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Maybe tulips are your favorite flower or maybe roses remind you of your wedding.  Why not create a floral mirror that symbolizes a special memory?

Tile

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What’s really cool about decorating a mirror with tile is you can go in so many directions with this.  You can go a little retro, mosaic or even metallic.  There are so many options.

Clothespins

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A mirror using ordinary clothespins is just simply fun.  But how about painting and decorating the clothespins?  And who says you have to use one color scheme or one design pattern? Oh, the possibilities are endless.

Cutlery

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Creating a frame for a mirror using eating utensils is both wacky and ingenious in the most awesome kind of way.  You can certainly use a complete set of matching utensils if you want, but what if you made this into an estate-sale scavenger hunt to find mix-and-match cutlery?  That would be so cool.

To be honest, this is just the tip of the ice burg with what you can do with a mirror.  Jump on these ideas or if you come up with something different, let us know.  We would love to see pictures of your masterpiece.

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12 Days of Christmas - Glass Doctor Style

Day 12 - 12 Months of Guarantee with our G12 Guarantee - Glass Doctor guarantees that if your windshield is damaged or broken within (12) months of the replacement date, Glass Doctor will repair or replace the windshield glass only. This guarantee is a ONE TIME only offer and does not include; labor, kit, molding or clips.

Day 11 - Letters in our Name - Glass Doctor,  Glass Doctor that us. 11 Days to Christmas, can we help with the fuss? 

Day 10 - Custom cut mirror pieces to create the ideal mirrored wall 
If you are re-decorating a room, consider using mirror to add the illusion of expanded space. Glass Doctor of North Vancouver can stack shelving in the mirror to achieve a “floating” look. Glass Doctor of North Vancouver can cut mirror to your specifications, and they offer many custom mirror designs

Day 9 -  As in 984-4527 - Call us for a Service Quote Today

Day 8 - 8 Ways to Decorate with Glass Blocks this season - Check out our pins on pinterest for some fun idea's - http://www.pinterest.com/glassdoctornv/christmas-with-glass/


Day 7 - 24/7 Commercial Store-front Glass repair and Emergency Board Up Services - Glass Doctor of North Vancouver Emergency Service is offered for businesses 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Emergency service includes boarding up exposed windows and doors after they have been damaged and taking measurements for replacement glass. If Glass Doctor of North Vancouver has the correct glass in stock, it can be cut to fit either at our shop or at your business with our mobile glass shop on wheels. Often, replacement glass can be delivered and installed within two days, depending upon availability.


Day 6 - 6 Steps to Customer Service. Visit us today and let us know how we do. - At Glass Doctor of North Vancouver we believe our measure of success is based on how the customer feels when our job is done. World-class service involves more than window glass repair or windshield replacement. It’s about helping people solve problems, saving energy and money while beautifying their homes, and investing in the future. We believe these small victories should be celebrated.

Day 5 - 5 Golden Smiles - come on in and you'll see just how jolly we are this time of year. No matter what your glass need, We Fix Your Panes!® at Glass Doctor of North Vancouver. Our courteous and professional technicians are fully trained to repair, replace, renovate and protect any glass in your home. 

Day 4 - Complete your 4 piece Bathroom - Glass Doctor of North Vancouver offers a wide variety of glass tub enclosures and shower doors from to fit any budget, from leading manufacturers such as Alumax, CRL and Cardinal. Whether you are looking for a basic framed shower door or an elaborate custom glass enclosure, the experts at Glass Doctor will guide you through the entire process, design, budget and installation. Most glass can be installed in a day. But don't leave the important details up to just anyone.
Day 3 - Triple Pane Windows - The most energy-efficient replacement windows on the market are triple-pane replacement windows with argon gas insulation (commonly called Insulated Glass Units or IGUs). Not all Energy Star labeled windows are created equal.  Call Glass Doctor of North Vancouver to make sure you are getting the most energy efficient windows possible. With the right purchase, your new windows will save you on your energy bills for years to come.

Day 2 - 2 Entry Doors - Many homeowners think that to quickly improve their homes’ resale value they should renovate the kitchen or the bathroom. But creating an inviting, functional entryway is a faster, less expensive way to add spice to your home.

Day 1 - 1 Windshield - Glass Doctor of North Vancouver can repair or replace your windshield and uses Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) quality glass.  Our glass technicians are government certified and our workmanship is guaranteed.  Whether your auto glass requirements, are a car window, back glass, new windshield, or simply a side mirror we have an extensive inventory and can offer same day service 99% of the time.  Besides a comprehensive auto glass inventory, we can service your truck glass needs, and over size rigs plus RV’s.

Creative Mirror Idea's for your Home

Custom mirrors are a Glass Doctor specialty! Our shops can cut mirror to your specifications, and they offer many custom mirror designs.
Although most of us have a pretty good idea on where to hang a mirror in our home, they're often times far more versatile than we initially think. They can be one the best tools in the small space owner's back pocket and our personal opinion is that you can never have too many!

1. Group Them Together: While larger mirrors can be quite pricey, many of us don't have the budget for such things. Smaller mirrors are found at discount or thrift stores quite easily and with a super small price tag on them. Paint their frames all the same color and group them on the wall in the same place. The look will be organized without feeling cluttered.

2. Behind The Stove: Although they're bound to get a little greasy or dirty eventually, it's not like mirrors don't clean up easily. Behind your stovetop is traditionally a rather dark area in your kitchen. A mirror will bounce any available light around, not only making it easier to see the meal you're preparing, but make it a more enjoyable place to stand.

3. Turn Them On Their Side: This trick works especially well when using longer skinny mirrors, try turning your mirror on its side. This trick works best with long skinny mirrors, but it makes any wall look longer instantly.

4. Cabinet Fronts: Although you can use this trick in other places of the home, the kitchen is the ideal location for this DIY project. Glue mirrored tiles to the front of your cabinet fronts to reflect the world around you. Maybe you'll just do the tops, or just the bottoms, but either way we think it's a curious technique, especially in small spaces!

5. Next To Your Dining Room Table: One of Maxwell's favorite places for a mirror is right next to the dining room table. Like you see in many restaurants around the world, this allows for softer lighting to be used, while still keeping the area light and bright. Think of it as mood lighting that still allows you to see your dinner plate!

6. Floor Length: Floor length mirrors are great ways to make any space feel taller. Their long shape draws the eye up and carrying it around the room, making any space feel lighter and brighter. Place them behind a grouping of furniture or out on their own.

7. Layer Them Up: Why have just one mirror when you can have several? By making an entire wall mirrored and then adding smaller, defined mirrors on top, not only are you creating a larger more open-feeling space, but you'll also be giving depth to the space without weighing things down.

8. Fake A Window: Although our dream small space is packed with windows, we know that's not really a reality for many. Instead, try using small square mirrors, tiled out to look like a window to give the illusion of what you wish was there, instead of what really is.

9. Beautiful Backsplashes: We keep coming back to the kitchen, but there's so many ways to use mirrors in this well used room. The backsplash is the perfect place for a little reflection. It will make any under counter lighting extra bright or allow you to go without such things and use the natural light throughout the room.

10. Fake Mirrored Furniture: Like covering your cabinets above, you can fake expensive designer prices and simply use a glass cutter and mirrored tile found at your hardware store. Although it's a more labor intensive option, the results can be quite amazing if you're starting with a piece that has good shape to it already.