"bob haller" wrote in message
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On Monday, December 30, 2013 9:32:41 PM UTC-5, Pavel314 wrote:
We have four very old basement windows which are slowly falling apart. I
stapled plastic sheeting over them to keep the wind from coming through
the gaps in the frame a couple of years ago but want to replace them in
2014. I was thinking of glass blocks; does anyone have any experience with
them or opinions about them?



Paul

I HATE glass blocks. first no way to open a basement window for ventilation.
just those tiny vent windows..

think of scrubbing or cleaning or worse painting

they provide a fake sense of security, if someone wants to break in your
home, they will use the easiest access, not climb thru a inconvenent
basement window....

criminals dont want to work hard, easier to kick in a door, or break a
window by a door, reach in and unlock door. which makes removal of valuables
easier.

they sell regular vinyl replacement windows.that open, they are not
expensive.

far better choice...

I got my basement windows replaced for $107 each a few years ago. Love them
they are GLASS BLOCK. We live in the basement and the difference in heat
loss was signifigant. To each his own, but I like them.

R