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A-maz Water Stain Remover

Cleans difficult stains without harsh chemicals

We do not recommend A-maz on shower glass that has the Diamon Fusion Coating, as it will remove the Diamon Fusion Coating. However, if your glass does not have the coating it will surely remove calcium or hard water stain and/or spots.

A-maz Water Stain Remover is safe to use on:

House Windows|
Windshields
Shower Doors
Fiberglass
Chrome
Porcelain
Tile / Grout
Oxidized Plating
Brass
Copperware
Bath Enclosures
Sinks
Toilets
Fixtures
Stove Tops
Oven
Grills
Pool Tile

https://a-maz.com/products/water-stain-remover-1

This product will not work on bullet proof glass made from laminate polycarbonate, typically called Lexan; Tuffack, or Cyrolon.

What products can you use A-maz Water Stain Remove On?
Ceramics, Glass and Metals. We recommend you do a test on an area to ensure this product will not scratch the surface. This holds true for any surface cleaner. If applying to stainless steel apply with the grain of the surface.

We carry this product in our shop and have it readily available to purchase.

Framed vs. Frameless Shower Design

Framed vs. Frameless Shower Design

Bathrooms are an area of any home that is utilized daily. Creating the perfect atmosphere with stunning design and inclusion of modern contemporary features make sense. Frameless glass showers, steam showers and tubs are the best choice for a flawless, modern and clean design.

While glass showers in the past required a metal frame, frameless glass shower doors add a minimalist appeal for stylish perfection with a ‘barely there’ effect.

Frameless showers are customized, which means you aren’t limited to mass-produced shower doors at a standard size, i.e. cookie cutter shower. Customization equals flexibility, giving the homeowner more options for a superior custom look and appeal. You, the Homeowner, choose the type of glass clear or decorative; thickness of glass; hardware; etc.

It turns the ordinary into the extraordinary!

The greatest benefit of a frameless shower is the way they look and influence the feel of any bathroom retreat. Frameless, unfortunately, do not work in all bathrooms, it’s important to make sure you have enough room and setup prior to falling in love with a frameless shower door. Many homeowners prefer them because of their flexibility and design capabilities.

Framed shower doors are still very popular; however, the rage is Frameless! Framed shower doors, however, can be made equally appealing with aesthetics such as hardware and tile options.

Framed shower doors provide stability and are more watertight, which can prevent spray out from your shower. You still can choose from clear or decorative glass options. Framed showers do come with some constraints, meaning they only open outward, which can be limiting in some occasions.
They can appear somewhat dated in comparison to a “Frameless Shower”.

Frameless Shower Doors offer more of a variety of design options. Choose from a range of styles, sizes and design options. Doors can swing in or outward, for more flexibility especially when space can be an issue. Frameless shower doors make a bathroom retreat feel more spacious; airier; and place an emphasis on other design choices you’ve made ~ such as tile.

Another great benefit of frameless shower – they allow light to travel through the shower and bathroom; making it airy and appear larger. Your shower can even be completely enclosed with a steam shower enclosure, and your bathroom will still feel light and open compliments to the frameless design.

When you invest in a stunning bathroom remodel, you desire the design of your bathroom to be fully enjoyed and appreciated. With a frameless shower design, it provides transparency with no bars, metal and structural frames. The frameless doors allow guests to visually see the emphasis of the tile work, attention to details and hardware.

Frameless shower doors and enclosures are the leading choice for homeowners and bathroom remodels. Come in to discuss options and see photos of previously installed designs. Barry has years of design experience and can help you visualize your options.

Decorating with Mirrors

Mirrors make a room seem larger
Not physically bigger, as the room will remain it’s original size. Mirrors offer an inexpensive way to make a room virtually appear bigger! Many interior designers decorate with mirrors to enhance elegance, making a long or dark hallway a brighter area in a home.
Check yourself before leaving home
We know how important mirrors are in your home… especially if we have a special somewhere to go! Properly installing mirror(s) at the entrance of your home or front door is the perfect location. It’s the first thing people see when entering and the last thing they see when leaving. Mirrors reflect light from outside, as well, as inside; brightening up one’s entry way.
Placing mirrors opposite windows
A room with small windows limits the amount of reflective light; however, if you place a mirror opposite the window the sunlight reflects off of it and leaves a beautiful reflection of light in any room. Mirrors can be anything you desire them to be. From traditional, modern, contemporary, shabby chic, industrial – – – you name it! The choices are endless. There’s framed mirrors, unframed with bevels or non-beveled. Some have clips, some have j-mold which is a channel the mirror resides in. Endless choices!
Wall Mirrors Transform A Room
Some mirrored walls totally transform a room! Adding charm, warmth, elegance, and a decorative accent. You already know how a mirror can magically add depth and size to any room. Keep in mind where you place the mirrored wall . . . it can add color reflection from walls, accents, decor and emphasize and intrigue! Mirrors are timeless transformations and are a versatile design accessory, which can be integrated into any design style.

dance-studio-mirrored-wall — DNA Dance Co., Roseville

Mirrors can make a room more soothing, sophisticated, attractive and feel lived in. Call us today to assist with you design elements!

Hall with big mirror — Hall in modern apartment with big mirror and passage to the rooms

Commercial Storefront Glass Repair and Replacement

When it comes to commercial storefront, first impressions are lasting impressions! Beautiful and safe aesthetics are crucial to captivate your audience.

commercial-storefront-design — Architectural design and safety are crucial for interior and exterior commercial storefront glass

When choosing glass or doors for a commercial business consider the functionality of them first; decorative second. Do you want contents visible to the public or should the contents remain private? Overall, the glass needs to be safe. For storefront doors the durability is crucial, since customer’s will be entering and exiting the doors on a daily basis, most likely.

Regular, annealed glass when it breaks – breaks into sharp pieces, which can be extremely dangerous. Door glass must be tempered, which means if tempered glass breaks it breaks into a million tiny pebble like pieces. While this can be messy to clean up, it far safer than annealed.

Other options to consider are security is security glass, laminated glass. It will not shatter into sharper, jagged pieces. When it broken the laminate glass with brake into what looks like a spider web. It is because the safety laminate holds the glass intact, more so.

Tempered glass is designed to break into a tiny pebble pieces; which helps prevent injury to customers who may be in the area when this happens.

For clarity give consideration to clear; frosted or privacy glass. Privacy glass will still allow light to penetrate through. Frosted glass is used commonly in doctor or dental office settings; offices or spas.

INFINITY SOLAR CONF ROOM — Conference Room for Infinity Solar, Atherton Rd, Rocklin

We understand how much your business means and what aesthetics mean to enhance customer’s to frequent your business.

No job is too small, give us a call today!

• Glass Replacement of all types and sizes
• Door Repair and/or Replacement
• Window Repair and/or Replacement
• Plate Glass Repair and/or Replacement
• Safety Glass Repair and/or Replacement
• Tempered Glass Repair and/or Replacement
• Laminated Glass Repair and/or Replacement
• Burglary Glass Damage Repair and/or Replacement
• Broken Glass Handling

Commercial Quality Service

As a family owned business, we offer a guarantee of personal service. We have thrived for three decades due to developed long-term, trusting relationships in our surrounding communities.

We believe in the larger picture of improving and beautifying structures for benefits of the community, individuals and contractors.

Our family takes great pride in sharing the art of quality commercial, glazier craftsmanship. We are knowledgeable, skilled and prepared to assist with commercial glass and storefront aluminum projects!

Examples of commercial projects we service:
» Aluminum framing
» Door and Entrances | Glass
» Types of glass: tempered, laminate, retro-fit, and new commercial glass windows and doors
» Closers, Hinges, Pivots, Panic Hardware
» Handles

Need a fire rated door? We can get that, too. We will work with you to determine the best products for your project needs. We offer aluminum entrance doors; all glass entrance doors and much more.

First impression are lasting impressions! Commercial and industrial storefronts stand out with a fresh and secure aluminum entrance door. Entrances can aesthetically stand out, attracting customers to your business. Whether you have one or several, we’d like to help with your commercial needs.

office-door-and-two-panels — Destiny Church Rocklin, office door and two panels

Aluminum metal for storefront is the strongest material, dependable, and a solid choice for commercial storefront. We can assist in designing custom aluminum storefront that will stay looking preserved for many years to come. We offer aluminum storefront doors and surrounding structures. Aluminum storefront can be used as interior glazing or exterior; as well as, all glass.

Aluminum storefront doors offer many choices. . . Key pass, locking mechanisms, fire rating, and more. They’re economical and trustworthy when faced with threats against property.

Quality is our top priority & specialty!

Easy to Clean Shower Glass Protectant

What is Diamon Fusion?
Diamon-Fusion (DF) is patented, a protective coating applied to the glass to help repel water and soap scum, and other contaminants – making it easier to clean. It reduces the amount of effort needed to clean. Just as with a non-stick cooking pan, the non-stick significantly reduces the time and effort of cleaning the pan. Same analogy with the DF coating, it reduces the time and effort when cleaning the glass. It reduces cleaning time by approximately 90% with minimal care.

Diamon-Fusion is an “invisible” barrier that repels water and contaminants from sticking to the glass, leaving the glass more visibly appealing. It protects against hard water stains from calcium in the water; soap scum; minerals; and more.

DF Coating Comparison — Diamon-Fusion Coating and No Coating Comparison

Protection Guaranteed
Diamon-Fusion chemically adheres to glass transforming the glass surface into a high performance, hydrophobic surface that protects against staining and corrosion. One the Diamon-Fusion comes in contact with the glass it forms an invisible, thin, protective layer creating a permanent bond.

DF’s Patented Technology
Glass is porous so the surface allows hard water and mineral contaminants to penetrate the surface, causing an unwanted appearance. Diamon-Fusion seals the surface for longer lasting beauty and with less maintenance, than without it.

What do I use to clean the glass with a Diamon Fusion Coating?
Non-abrasive cleaners! DF’s approved list of cleaners are the following:

*Sprayaway
*We carry Sprayaway in the store for sale
Simple Green
Ammonia Free Windex
White household vinegar diluted with water

Longer-Lasting Beautiful Appearance
Reduces cleaning time and frequency of cleaning necessary
Protects against limescale, soap scum, mineral contaminants
Optical clarity is guaranteed for the lifetime of the glass
Diamon-Fusion’s warranty guarantees that the coating will perform for the lifetime of the glass as long as the basic care instructions are followed
*You must register DF online after the installation
** You will be given a “How To Register” card by one our Installers
UV Resistant, sunlight won’t break down the coating

Diamon-Fusion keeps the glass looking beautiful longer.

For more information go to, www.dfisolutions.com.

Bullet Resistant Glass

In the real world, “Bullet Proof” doesn’t exist! Bullet resistant glass is nothing like its portrayal in the movies, read on. Bullet resistant glass is often assumed to be bullet proof and is assumed that it stops the bullets with no regards to what is being shot. Bullet resistant glass is manufactured at different “levels.” From level 2 up to level 8, withstanding different projectiles. As the level of protection increases, so does the weight and thickness of glass.

When selecting bullet resistant glass there are number of variables to consider, level of protection is one, composition and spall variant are another.

Ballistic glass is manufactured to meet test criteria by national standards. Technical performance is required to withstand impacts from a range of travelling bullets at specified speeds, and distances.

Bullet resistant glass manufactured from several layers of glass bonded with tough polyvinyl butyral (PVB) interlayer’s. The performance requirements govern the number, thickness of glass layers, therefore affecting the overall thickness and weight of the glass.

On impact the glass is designed to absorb the bullets initial impact energy by shattering the subsequent glass layers and PVB to absorb the lower level shock waves.

Bullet resistant glass is a type of clad polycarbonate by a multi-ply composite laminate combining polycarbonate and glass using special polyurethane adhesion bonding interlayers which allows for contraction or expansion of both materials.

bullet-resistance-glass — Bullet Resistant Levels Commonly Found

Purchasing and installing bullet resistant glass in the United States is perfectly legal. You don’t need a police or government permit. We do suggest; however, contacting your local building and/or fire inspector to determine building codes, inspection and/or permits necessary.

Commercial Glass Installation

Rocklin Glass & Mirror, Inc. is an authorized installer of Vistawall, Arcadia, Cardinal and U.S. Aluminum storefront metal.

Our Commercial Glass experience and installation, includes

Aluminum Storefront
Bullet Resistant Glass
Curtain Wall Systems
Decorative and Specialty Glass
Entrances including doors and repairs
Glass Display Stations and Cases
Glass Doors and Hardware
Mirrors, Including Two-Way
Secure Enclosures with Transactional Hardware
Tempered Glass

Storefront Glass
Storefront windows can attract customers with display windows, which are perfect to displays. Today’s commercial glass is available in an assortment of tints and safety glass options.

If your business is an office setting, allowing natural light to penetrate will lighten the mood, morale, and have an increase in productivity vs. a dark and dreary atmosphere.

Picture windows are perfect for displays, creating foot traffic to businesses. However, if your business is an office – allowing more light to penetrate creates a warmer and infectious state of happiness, with natural light.

Glass Doors
Glass entrance to a building offer more light and allow law enforcement and security surveillance companies better visibility while patrolling. A glass door can create an illusion of openness.

Transom Windows
A transom window is a horizontal window above a door. This type of window allows natural light to reflect inside, creating a more open feeling.

Our proven reputation in commercial projects speak for themselves. Contact Barry at Rocklin Glass & Mirror to discuss your project needs!

Decorative Glass ~ Transform Your Kitchen Cabinets or Entry Way

Add Class To Glass . . .

Decorative or textured glass is ideal for kitchen cabinets, sidelites to entrance doors, entertainment center, hutches, and more.

Decorative glass is perfect to upgrade a kitchen with flare and appeal, perfect for remodeling projects.

The glass is cut to size for cabinetry; inserted in the center of the door, centers of the doors will have to be cut-out. Kitchen cabinets are the most visible part of your kitchen, why not invest in the ambiance and appeal with decorative glass.

There are many choices of glass to choose from; come in to the shop to pick out a favorite and get some pricing. You will need to bring with you all of the sizes of the cabinets (centers), as glass is priced by the square foot.

niagra-glass — Niagra Glass – set a statement in your kitchen

While decorative glass is more pricey than clear glass, consider it is an investment. It is a decorative statement, a rich look that justifies beauty and elegance in any kitchen. From modern, contemporary, industrial feel – we have decorative glass to fit any style!

Decorative glass range; a majority of them have a two square foot minimum. While it is considered more pricey than clear glass, it takes a run-of-the-mill kitchen and turns it into a masterpiece, a reflection of the homeowners style.

Decorative glass can be obscure which is perfect for bathroom windows. There are styles which can be tempered for shower doors, as well! Rain glass is popular for shower doors, while Seedy glass, Baroque, Water, Niagra, Tree Bark are more popular for cabinets.

Inject some style and glamour into your home with inspirational choices of decorative glass.

Show off your style, decorative glass adds class!

What is the difference between types of glass?

Annealed Glass
Annealed glass is regular glass, softer than glass that has been thermally treated and is slowly cooled to relieve any internal stresses. When and if broken annealed glass breaks into jagged shards which can result in injury. It is generally used when strength or safety are not primary concerns, and is the least expensive type of glass.

Tempered Glass
Tempered glass is stronger and harder than annealed glass; it is cut and put through a heating process. Tempered glass is annealed glass that has been treated with heat to harden and strengthen the glass. Almost any glass product can be tempered. When and if tempered glass breaks, it will break into small pebble, or pellet pieces. Hence, why it is often referred to as safety glass.

Laminated Safety Glass
Laminated Safety glass is made by adhering two pieces of annealed glass together by a polyvinyl butyral interlayer (PVB). The vinyl layer holds the glass together if the glass is broken. Impulse burglaries are resisted by the tough plastic interlayer.