Our Process
From commercial projects to private homes and houses of worship, we create custom stained glass solutions for clients with a variety of needs. Our attention to detail allows us to work closely with clients to capture their vision and aspirations in a new light.
Design
Our creative process integrates design and building architecture to address social and environmental as well as economic concerns by creating high quality and cost-effective liturgical designs.
Installation
Our studio will remove windows, perform complete repairs and re-installs entirely with our own crew. We focus on delivering a professional inclusive service.
Restoration
We consider all matters concerning stained glass window restoration to be a unique and challenging opportunity. We work attentively to give clients knowledgeable and honest appraisals.
Management
Due to years of experience in stained glass design, fabrication, and installation, Jimenez Studios assesses and executes individual project needs with skill and efficiency.
Our Techniques
We Provide A Variety of Glass Customization Techniques
Leaded Glass
Traditional stained glass uses lead came, long strips of lead shaped into an H or a U. Colored glass is cut to the shape of a pattern and laid out on a design plan. The contours of each segment are fitted with lead and then soldered to one another, securing the entire panel. Putty is inserted between the glass and the came for waterproofing.
Foiled Glass
This process begins with the cutting of glass which is then ground for an exact fit. Each piece is wrapped in copper foil on its edges. The copper foil is firmly pressed down over the edge and face of the glass. Once all the pieces have been wrapped and laid out properly, the window is soldered front and back. You can choose to patina the solder black or copper tone.
Faceted Glass
Faceted glass windows are created with 1in thick, unpainted glass, called glass dalles. The glass dalles are cut in to the desired shape, and then set into an epoxy matrix resin; Creating magnificent translucent windows depicting scenes and symbols.
Painted Glass
The term stained glass is also applied to windows in which the colors have been painted on to the glass and then fused to the glass in a kiln. Painting or staining is done to add details such as faces and folds of clothing that cannot be added with traditional lead lines.