Stand By Your Work

Throughout the early history of glazing, trade people made windows entirely by hand, from actually making the glass to setting these pieces in doors or walls. The amount of attention that was afforded by glaziers London has seen in years past is awe inspiring, but admirable as well. Even the most commercial windows were treated as a work of art, and the skilled professionals responsible for this work would stake their name and reputation on the quality they provided.

Training And Experience

In the early 1700s, glazing in London shifted slightly, with the introduction of the leading vice. This was a mechanical mill that could produce glass lead with speed and uniformity. The upside was that there would no longer be a fear of windows collapsing due to uneven lead that could not hold the weight of the glass being supported. The downside was that the skill required to create and install windows was less of a concern, and artistry and experience took a back seat to perfunctory efficiency.

The Craft In Craftsmanship

Glazing in London is still considered a skilled trade, and changes in building codes as well as incentives through FENSA are starting to generate a rebirth in the idea of craft. This is now combined with the modern ideas of efficiency and practicality, but advances in technology and innovation in the trade are incorporating design aesthetics with the art of energy conservation and safety. The result is a return to the pride in the craft, and a re-empowerment of glaziers who are skilled and qualified in their trade.

Value Goes With Satisfaction

In a way, the glass industry has come full circle. While the days of signatures in the lead of a window may be long past, there is a return to this concept in the certification of glaziers and the reputation of window manufacturers. Residents can once again take pride in the glass work throughout the city, but also take comfort in the high standard of work that creates uniformity in safety and performance.