{"id":11406,"date":"2018-04-29T01:37:38","date_gmt":"2018-04-29T01:37:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fortworthstainedglass.com\/?p=11406"},"modified":"2018-04-29T01:37:38","modified_gmt":"2018-04-29T01:37:38","slug":"stained-glass-restoration-myths-can-help-restore-fort-worth-stained-glass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fortworthstainedglass.com\/ag\/stained-glass-restoration-myths-can-help-restore-fort-worth-stained-glass\/","title":{"rendered":"Stained Glass Restoration Myths: We Can Help Restore Fort Worth Stained Glass"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>While stained glass is certainly beautiful, there\u2019s no denying its fragility. It doesn\u2019t take much to break a stained glass window &#8211; a baseball, hail storm, or even wind blown debris can do the trick. And many windows natural degrade over time due to deterioration. When stained glass begins to fall out of place or is somehow damage, it often leaves the owner in dismay, wonder what to do next. But not to worry; your stained glass is not lost! We can help <a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthstainedglass.com\/fort-worth-stained-glass-restoration-repair\/\">restore<\/a> your Fort Worth stained glass to its original beautiful appearance.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<style>.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class='embed-container'><iframe src='https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/267059704' frameborder='0' webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div>\n<h2>Common Stained Glass Restoration Myths<\/h2>\n<p>There are many misconceptions revolving around stained glass restoration. This is partially because of its uniqueness and a rarity. Not as many glassmakers exist today as there once were. However, most of these misconceptions are, in fact false. Here are some of the common myths we encounter:<\/p>\n<p><em>Myth:Stained glass is irreparable.<\/em><br \/>\nTruth: Most damage can be repaired, unless it\u2019s severe, but these cases are few and far between. There are many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/tps\/how-to-preserve\/briefs\/33-stained-leaded-glass.htm\">ways to restore damaged stained glass<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>Myth: It\u2019s not worth it to restore stained glass because of the cost.<\/em><br \/>\nTruth: There are cases in which the benefits outweigh the cost. For example, if a window is old enough to be considered an antique, it may very well be worth restoring.<\/p>\n<p><em>Myth: Any work done to antique stained glass will ruin its historic value.<\/em><br \/>\nTruth: There are many minimally invasive ways to restore stained glass without altering it. Most glass companies are very concerned about stained glass conservation matters and will take care to not alter or ruin the glass.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/fortworthstainedglass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Church-stained-glass-restoration-fort-worth.png\" alt=\"church stained glass restoration fort worth\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-11026\" \/><\/p>\n<div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div>\n<h2>Types of Treatments for Stained Glass<\/h2>\n<p>There are many different ways to treat and restore deteriorated stained glass. Some of the most common methods are:<\/p>\n<li>Cleaning: The glass is cleaned using gentle cleaners to remove dirt, grime, and build up.<\/li>\n<li>Repairs\/replacement: Repairs are conducted in order to fix structural issues or prevent the deterioration of the <a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthstainedglass.com\/custom-stained-glass\/fort-worth-styles-of-stained-glass\/\">stained glass.<\/a> Sometimes, damaged leading and glass pieces are replaced.<\/li>\n<li>Protective glazing: A protective covering is placed over the glass to prevent it from outside threats and damage.<\/li>\n<h2>Get a Quote on Stained Glass Restoration in Fort Worth<\/h2>\n<p>Let the experts at Fort Worth Stained Glass bring your stained glass window renewed life and beauty. <a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthstainedglass.com\/request-a-fort-worth-stained-glass-quote\/\">Call<\/a> our office today to receive an estimate on stained glass restoration in Fort Worth or schedule your free consultation!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While stained glass is certainly beautiful, there\u2019s no denying its fragility. It doesn\u2019t take much to break a stained glass window &#8211; a baseball, hail storm, or even wind blown debris can do the trick. And many windows natural degrade over time due to deterioration. 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