Horseshoe Pitching & Silent Auction - Save the Date!
Friday, February 11, 2011 5pm-10pm @ Travis County Expo Center
Contact: Sharon Rudlof @ 512-454-5588 ext 102 or sharon@hbaaustin.com
Monday, November 15, 2010
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Decorative Glass Everywhere!
Decorative and specialty glass is a growing market!
Anchor-Ventana Glass has it all!
Come by one of our showrooms and check out
WHAT all you can do WITH glass.
Monday, September 20, 2010
A new "OPENING" for your customers
Before Picture 
After Picture
Monday, August 30, 2010
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Best Way to Clean Your Mirror
There are two main rules to always remember about mirrors: Moisture is the enemy of any mirror, and Simple is best.
The very best and safest cleaner for any mirror is clean, warm water applied with a soft, lint-free cloth and dried with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth.
However, if that fails to work, a store-bought cleaner can work. There are few restrictions: Never use cleaners that contain ammonia, vinegar or any acid or alkali cleanser. All of these can attack the front surface, edges and backing of the mirror resulting in "black edge" or "housekeeper's mark" - a black corrosion that occurs when the metal layers have been corrupted with moisture or harsh chemicals.
Care should always be taken to avoid getting the edges and backing of the mirror wet. Cleaners should never be sprayed directly onto the face of a mirror. Always first spray any cleaner onto a soft, lint-free cloth first, and then wipe the mirror dry. Should the edges or joints get wet, they should be dried off immediately and completely. Never let moisture pool at the bottom edge or run down the face of a mirror to the edge. Always make sure there is proper ventilation in bathrooms where mirrors are installed to prevent mirrors from 'sweating' and having moisture condense and pool at the edge.
Never use abrasive cleaners on any mirror surface; they will scratch the glass.
To remove surface marks or stubborn dirt, use 0000 oil-free steel wool or a single-sided razor blade at an angle to gently scrape off any offending marks. (use like a painter removes paint from a window during clean-up) Take care not to gouge the mirror.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Solar Screens - Beat the Heat!
Beat the Heat with Solar Screens
Buy 4 Solar Screens Get 1 Free
Not valid with builder or contractor pricing
Limit 1 coupon per home
Free Solar Screen will be the least dollar amount
Offer Expires Sept 30, 2010
Call us today! 512-388-9400
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
You Get what you pay for...
Great Article - I wanted to share with you
You get what you pay for
2009 was a tough year for contract glaziers. Of the companies that made this year’s Top 50 Glaziers and provided exact sales figures for 2008 and 2009, 55 percent reported a decrease in sales volume. Glaziers cited decreased backlogs and increased competition among the reasons for the slide. Some described a bidding environment in which general contractors were “shopping numbers,” looking for the best deal. One company reported its competitor was bidding projects at cost, just to land the job.
Whether the fault lies with the clients for rewarding low bidders or with the glazing companies for submitting these bids in the first place, this type of environment is detrimental and frustrating for everyone involved.
I’m a firm believer, however, in the motto: “You get what you pay for.” And I think in the long run, our industry will actually benefit from this situation. If you’ve ever been burned by a service provider that you chose based solely on price, you know what I’m talking about. Oftentimes, it only takes one bad experience with a contractor to make you re-evaluate your selection criteria.
Companies that take jobs at unrealistic prices have to cut corners somewhere. As one glassblog reader pointed out: “If a contractor is 40 percent less than the rest, there is a reason. Material does not have that much of a swing from one guy to another, so … where are the shortcuts going to be applied?” Unfortunately, for some clients, those shortcuts are applied to the building itself, costing them more to fix than it would have to hire a higher quality company initially. Fortunately, for us, these clients will be better educated when they spec their next project, recognizing the value higher-priced companies bring to the table in the form of quality products, trained personnel and customer service.
While I don’t wish this experience on anyone, clients that look only at the bid number and not at the glazier are setting themselves up for failure. My bet is they won’t make the same mistake twice. What’s yours?
—Jenni Chase, Editor, Glass Magazine
Posted by Jenni Chase at 5:32 PM
You get what you pay for
2009 was a tough year for contract glaziers. Of the companies that made this year’s Top 50 Glaziers and provided exact sales figures for 2008 and 2009, 55 percent reported a decrease in sales volume. Glaziers cited decreased backlogs and increased competition among the reasons for the slide. Some described a bidding environment in which general contractors were “shopping numbers,” looking for the best deal. One company reported its competitor was bidding projects at cost, just to land the job.
Whether the fault lies with the clients for rewarding low bidders or with the glazing companies for submitting these bids in the first place, this type of environment is detrimental and frustrating for everyone involved.
I’m a firm believer, however, in the motto: “You get what you pay for.” And I think in the long run, our industry will actually benefit from this situation. If you’ve ever been burned by a service provider that you chose based solely on price, you know what I’m talking about. Oftentimes, it only takes one bad experience with a contractor to make you re-evaluate your selection criteria.
Companies that take jobs at unrealistic prices have to cut corners somewhere. As one glassblog reader pointed out: “If a contractor is 40 percent less than the rest, there is a reason. Material does not have that much of a swing from one guy to another, so … where are the shortcuts going to be applied?” Unfortunately, for some clients, those shortcuts are applied to the building itself, costing them more to fix than it would have to hire a higher quality company initially. Fortunately, for us, these clients will be better educated when they spec their next project, recognizing the value higher-priced companies bring to the table in the form of quality products, trained personnel and customer service.
While I don’t wish this experience on anyone, clients that look only at the bid number and not at the glazier are setting themselves up for failure. My bet is they won’t make the same mistake twice. What’s yours?
—Jenni Chase, Editor, Glass Magazine
Posted by Jenni Chase at 5:32 PM
Monday, May 17, 2010
The Austonian - Back Painted Glass Cabinet Glass
2010 Symphony Designer Showhouse at The Austonian
Anchor-Ventana Glass provided the "CREAM" back-painted glass in the cabinet door. All the glass products were donated to The Women's Symphony League. All proceeds went to the children's music education programs of the Austin Symphony Orchestra.
Job by:
Becky Blackhall, IIDA
Project Designer
512.852.3856
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Monday, March 29, 2010
Storefront Uplift
Monday, March 15, 2010
According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, "A good way to keep your house cool in the summer is to shade it from the outside. Any way that stops the sun before it gets through the glass is seven times as good at keeping you cool as blinds or curtains on the inside. Exterior sun control screens cool your home by reflecting, absorbing and dispersing solar heat and glare before it penetrates the glass in your windows and doors.
SunTex by Phifer is a unique woven mesh that can block 80-90% of the sun’s hot rays before they enter your windows. SunTex is ideal for use as a shading fabric on windows, doors and porches and offers good ventilation. This heavy-duty fabric made of strong vinyl-coated polyester is resistant to pet damage. Developed originally for use in outdoor furniture, SunTex is mildew and fade resistant and needs only an occasional cleaning with mild soap and water.
SunTex by Phifer is a unique woven mesh that can block 80-90% of the sun’s hot rays before they enter your windows. SunTex is ideal for use as a shading fabric on windows, doors and porches and offers good ventilation. This heavy-duty fabric made of strong vinyl-coated polyester is resistant to pet damage. Developed originally for use in outdoor furniture, SunTex is mildew and fade resistant and needs only an occasional cleaning with mild soap and water.
Monday, February 1, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Come out to the Home & Garden Show
Whether you’re building a new home or sprucing up the one you have, the Austin Spring Home & Garden Show will feature the city’s largest showcase of home and garden products and services. There's something for everyone all under one roof.Stop by and visit Anchor-Ventana Glass in both 600 for some great ideas and valuable home show specials.
For more information about hours, admission and location please visit:
http://www.showtechnology.com/shows/Austin_spring/Austin_Spring.html
Friday, January 8, 2010
New Year. New Kitchen?
We understand how important it is for your home to be an expression of yourself. Here at Anchor-Ventana Glass we inventory over 50 specialty glasses to suit your needs. Our glass inserts can be used in numerous applications including kitchen cabinets, china and display cabinets, bathroom cabinets, curio cabinets, decorative doors and windows.Stop by any one of our showrooms to see how we can make your home look like the work of art you have always dreamed of.
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