If your existing window has clear glass, whether it is a double or single pane, we can attach our leaded glass to the interior. The new stained glass piece will then essentially become another pane of glass. This helps to add to the thermal qualities of the overall window. When the stained glass is viewed from the inside, it will appear that the stained glass is the only glass in place. You will even be able to feel the lead lines and texture variations of the different types of glass. Of course, there will still be the clear glass on the outside which will protect the stained glass from the elements and eventual deterioration.

For projects involving new construction, it is important to take into account the building codes that must be followed. Oftentimes safety glass is required in certain areas of the home. Scottish Stained Glass always works within these stipulations to ensure a safe, high-quality install. For example, in bathrooms, the stained glass we manufacture will sometimes need to be sandwiched inside of a double pane. This means that you will have clear safety glass on either side of the leaded glass piece. We also recommend this installation technique if there are grid lines in between the existing double panes because that allows us to remove them.