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(3)(2)All Media Glass & Metal in San Diego specializes in custom glass railings, shower enclosures, mirrored walls, curved glass railings, and glass services such as repair and scratch removal. The company's website features a gallery of completed projects, and interested customers are encouraged to contact the team directly.
(72)(1)Discount Glass & Mirror in San Diego serves contractors, designers, and homeowners with custom glass products including windows, doors, shower enclosures, cabinet glass, countertops, and storefronts. The BBB-accredited company opened its doors over 20 years ago and is affiliated with the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. The company also features a full-service picture framing shop with a range of imported and domestic moldings available for purchase.
(16)Leucadia Glass is a family-owned custom glass shop in Leucadia, established in 1973 to offer residential construction and remodeling services. The company is willing to work on jobs of all sizes and can meet a range of glass demands, including window glass, thick table tops, bath and shower enclosures, mirrored walls and wardrobe doors, bar mirrors and shelving, and customized mirrors. Custom stained glass windows and designs are also available. In client testimonials, the company is praised for its speed, professionalism, and courteousness.
Custom Glass Specialties is a custom glass contractor in National City serving both residential and commercial customers in San Diego county. The family-operated company designs, cuts, and installs glass showers, doors, walls, staircases, mirrors, and storefronts. Business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and the company features Spanish-speaking staff to assist a range of customers.
(17)(10)Patriot Glass and Mirror is a local, family owned and operated company in San Diego with 15 years of industry experience, specializing in both commercial and residential glass services. The licensed business is praised in client testimonials for its "fantastic work," friendliness, and professionalism.
South Bay Glass & Screen has been serving South Bay and San Diego for over 25 years. The company's services include broken glass repairs, window and door replacement, heavy glass components, medium and high-performance glass, textured and specialty glass, and bullet-resistant glass. Owner Alberto Martinez has worked in the glass industry since 1985. The company features Spanish-speaking staff and provides free estimates on the phone. Satisfaction guarantees and warranties are available to cover labor and certain products.
(42)(1)Escondido Glass Company has been serving Escondido and surrounding areas since 1948 with premium glass products. Services include glass replacements and installations, as well as beveled, etched, custom, tempered, laminated, insulated, and tinted glass. Mirrors, screens, and storefronts are also available. Customers can request a quote by submitting an online form, and hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Window Solutions is a family owned and operated El Cajon business specializing in the supply and installation of glass windows and doors. The company serves San Diego county and surrounding areas, and features a staff of certified installers with business licenses for every city in San Diego. Windows, doors, shower enclosures, mirrors, and custom glass components can be purchased by both residential and commercial customers. Free phone and in-home estimates are available.
(111)(1)OnTrack Sliding Glass Door Repair is a Carlsbad company specializing in repairs and new installations of sliding glass, French, pocket, screen, window, and shower doors. The company provides customers with real-time verification of its C-17 glazing license, which is required for contractors in the glass trade. The business is also 100% bonded and offers a guarantee on all work performed.
FRAMECO is a full-service art and framing boutique shop with over 30 years of industry experience in San Diego. Customers include individuals, small businesses, model homes, and healthcare facilities. The company is willing to work on jobs of all sizes and is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers. Services include custom picture frames for fine art, photographs, prints, lithographs, tapestries, mirrors, and other frameable objects.
National Glass & Mirror is a San Diego company specializing in residential windows, screens, screen doors, tub enclosures, custom frameless shower doors, import table top glass, and mirror wardrobe doors. The BBB-accredited business has a rating of A+ and was established in 1983. The company's six installers are all certified by the National Glass Association.
(18)Comprehensive Glass Works has been in business for over 30 years, serving San Diego residential and commercial customers with glass repair and replacement, mirrors, windows, glass showers, counter tops, commercial storefronts, wardrobes, and sinks. The company is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment on Saturday.
(39)(4)Lemon Grove Glass is a local, family owned and operated business in Lemon Grove. The company opened its doors in 1966 and makes house calls to offer glass repairs and installations. Services include shower doors, window replacements, mirror wardrobe doors, glass table tops, screens, plexiglass, mirrors, and RV glass. The company features frequent online coupons, including a winter sale for a 10% discount on new screen orders and glass table tops.
(52)(1)Pacifica Glass Company is a family-owned Santee business specializing in residential and commercial glass sales, installation, replacement, and repair. Products offered include windows, doors, railings, shower enclosures, table tops, mirrors, and ornamental glass. The BBB-accredited business has an A+ rating and frequently offers coupons on its website, including a 10% discount on all window and door replacement screens and custom glass table tops of any size and finish. Free on-site estimates are offered throughout San Diego county.
Emergency Glass Service in San Diego has over 50 years of industry experience and is willing to work on jobs of all sizes. The BBB-accredited company opened its doors in 1963 and provides 24-hour service, 365 days a year. Services include emergency glass repair and replacement, residential and commercial glass installations, and free estimates.
(10)Community Glass and Mirror in Escondido was first established in New York in 1972, but owner Robert Stoll relocated his business to the West Coast in 1987. The company serves all of San Diego county providing glass, shower doors, mirrors, screens, table tops, and windows. Products are available for residential and commercial applications. The BBB-accredited business has a rating of A+ and offers free estimates on the phone.
By incorporating mirrors and glass into your home, you can add decoration and functionality. When used effectively, these decorative items can amplify natural light and bring an increased sense of depth to any room. They can also improve visibility, enhance lighting, and create the illusion of more space. If you’re thinking about adding one or both of these popular design elements to your home, learning more about their form, function, and upkeep can help you choose the ideal products and hire the right professional for the job.
Modern mirrors are typically made from clear glass that’s coated on one side with a thin metal film to form a reflective surface. When rays of light hit this reflective surface, they bounce back at an identical angle. Your eyes then see this reflected light as a reverse, or mirror, image.
Mirrors are made through a process known as silvering, which involves spraying metals such as aluminum or silver onto the back of a clear glass pane. The metal, which is typically heated in a vacuum, bonds to the cooler glass to form the reflective surface of the mirror.
The accuracy of a mirror depends on the purity, flatness, and thickness of the glass pane, and the evenness and quality of the reflective coating. A higher-quality mirror provides a more accurate reflection, while a lower-quality mirror may distort the image.
Mirrors are expensive because they’re constructed from glass panels and coated with a tarnish-free metal, both of which are costly. High-quality mirrors tend to be particularly expensive because they can't be mass produced. To ensure accuracy, high-quality mirrors must be custom made from expensive materials such as borosilicate glass or Corning's Ultra-Low Expansion Glass.
First, remove tough dirt using rubbing alcohol and a microfiber cloth. Then, spray your mirror evenly with a cleaning fluid that’s specially formulated for glass. Using a microfiber cloth, work downward, zigzagging until all streaks are removed and the mirror is completely dry.
Mirrors should be packed in specially designed mirror boxes, which adjust to reduce shifting. Before boxing your mirror, affix cardboard to the front and back, and wrap it securely, first in packing paper and then bubble wrap. Fill any empty spaces in the box with crumpled packing paper, and then tape it closed.
