Over the years the window above a bathtub in an older home succumbs to exposure to moisture and its wooden frame and sill rot away. Replacing the window with a glass block unit designed for the job is ...

The glass block window panel sits on the block or concrete wall and is held in place with mortar and caulk. When it comes to basement windows, there’s nothing more practical than glass block windows.

Q–I want to replace a bathroom window. There is now a double-hung window with a storm window, and I would like to install window blocks and an exhaust fan. Can you give me the pros and cons and the ...

Dear Jim: My house needs more efficient windows. I live alone, so I am considering some glass block windows for security. Are they very efficient, and how can I have some summertime ventilation with ...

Dear Nina: Complete glass block window installation kits are available, but it is not difficult to do it yourself using individual glass blocks and mortar. This will result in an extremely strong ...

Question: I am remodeling my house and I plan to use decorative glass block windows on the exterior and interior as accents. Are they energy-efficient and are there low-cost do-it-yourself kits?