Read This if You Think You Fort Worth Church Stained Glass Is Beyond Repair

Does your congregation have stained glass that you believe has reached the end of its life?

Well, it is important for you to know that when church stained glass gets around 80 years old, it usually it is time for restoration, thorough repairs but the damage is by no means irreparable.  The reasons for your church’s stained glass being in such a state of disrepair vary but it is usually a mix of environmental factors, age, neglect and the way it was built at the time. But if you think you think it is beyond repair the truth is–it is probably not.  Read on to find out why.

Church Stained Glass That Is Old And Looks Lifeless Can Be Cleaned

Church stained glass, leading and framing are actually things that can be cleaned and brought back to their former luster.  Sure, the lead may look heavily tarnished and the glass may not have bright coloring anymore but our deep cleaning will bring back those colors and get that lead looking shiny again.  Plus, at Fort Worth Stained Glass, we offer on or off-site cleanings, depending on which other repairs are needed. However, one thing always rings true– the luster of your church’s stained glass will blow you away when we are done.

Chapel Stained Glass That Is Bowing Or Sagging Can Be Restored

When church parishioners see bowing wooden or steel frames on church stained glass windows they immediately think–the damage is irreparable. And for good reason–when the support structure of stained glass windows start to bend, sag and bow, the state of your stained glass is pretty bad.  However, we regularly deal with stained glass in this state and know we can almost always fix it and when we are done–it an issue for another century or even two! Not only do we rebuild the frame and structure of your church’s stained glass windows but we also use modern lead additives to give it more strength too!

Church Stained Glass That is Chipped, Cracked Can Be Repaired

Church stained glass that is chipped, cracked or missing may appear to be beyond repair on the surface.  Once a glass panel falls out, people often incorrectly assume that the whole stained glass windows are done for. But this is actually not that big of a problem–, especially for our expert restoration team.  In fact, some chips and cracks we can fix right in the window. However, for more seriously damaged windows further repairs are required in our studio. There, we can fix almost anything and also match the most obscure colored or textured glass pieces.

If you love your Fort Worth church’s stained glass but fear its time has come, make sure to contact us before taking it out or destroying it.  There is often life left in these types of church stained glass windows still! At Fort Worth Stained Glass we are happy to consult with you on how to bring it out!  Contact us today for more info!

Read This if You Think Your Fort Worth Church Stained Glass is Beyond Repair

Have you noticed some considerable damage to your Fort Worth church stained glass? You may think your stained glass is beyond repair if you see missing glass pieces, cracked glass, disintegrating lead, warped shaping, etc. While in some cases replacement is more cost-effective than restoration, there are some severe cases that are worth restoring. Finding the experienced stained glass contractor that can complete the proper analysis can help your church make the right decision.

Read more…

What Do The Stained Glass Windows On Your Fort Worth Church Signify?

Stained Glass And Its Symbolic Meanings

Here in Fort Worth, as you likely know, is full of absolutely lovely stained glass. All around our lovely city, churches, and chapels large and small, have some of the most outstanding stained glass to grace the house of God. But, what many people don’t understand about stained glass here in Fort Worth and around the world is– the stained glass designs and even colors have extremely deep meaning. In fact, almost all stained glass in churches is symbolic of other deeper concepts. And in fact, besides being lovely, stained glass has meaning too. If you want to know what the stained glass in your Fort Worth church represents read below to find out more.

Why Symbols And Colors Were Used On Stained Glass

In churches here in Fort Worth, and around the world for that matter, are full of symbols on wood carvings, on tapestries and stained glass. While stained glass windows were made to be gorgeous, they also were used as an education tool. You see, since poor people in the very distant past, were unable to read, the church, by using pictures, symbols, and colors, were able to educate the commoners by using stained glass as a picture book. In fact, stained glass windows were called “ The Bible of the Poor” since they were so heavily involved in instructing illiterate peasants. However, even after reading became commonplace, these symbols, and colors, already established in their meaning, continued to be used as choices to convey a spiritual message.

Common Stained Glass Symbols And Colors And Their Meaning

Jesus:  Lifelike images, crosses, lambs, shepherds

The Holy Spirit: flames, winds, a white dove

The Saints: a man or woman; symbols associated with them, the manner in which they were martyred him or her

Virgin Mary: A female figure often wearing blue, the color blue

Stained Glass Color Symbolism

Black: Death
Blue: Heavenly Love, Virgin
Brown: Death
Grey: Mourning, Humility
Green: Spring, Charity, Life over death
Purple: Royalty God The Father
Red: Love, Hate, Martyred
Violet: Love, Truth, Passion, Suffering
White/Gold: Innocence, Holiness
Yellow: Jealousy, Treason, Deceit

If your Fort Worth church has stained glass that you would like to restore, repair and ultimately preserve for the next generation, contact us at Fort Worth Stained Glass today!