Budgeting for a New Glass Project in 2019

After reading through this blog, you’ve decided that 2019 is going to be the year you finally take the plunge and order a glass countertop, tabletop, or other item from CGD Glass Countertops. We’re so glad to hear you’re making this decision, as we’re sure it’s one you’re going to be pleased with for years to come. With our range of customization as well as our reputation for stellar customer service, you’re in the right hands.

There’s just one thing stopping you from getting started right away: money. That’s certainly understandable, considering the oft-expensive holiday season just passed. If you have your sights set on a new glass project with CGD Glass Countertops this year, here are some handy budgeting tips.

Be Realistic

While you may want your glass project tomorrow, if that’s not financially feasible right now, then it’s not financially feasible right now. You have to create a realistic timeframe for which the project can be ordered and then completed. The year has just started, after all, so there’s no need to rush. You have 11 more months to get your glass project the way you want it.

Get a Quote

At CGD Glass Countertops, we can provide you a quote if you contact us via our website. The more information we have about your project, including measurements and blueprints, the better. If you have any drawings that can further illustrate what your dream glass project looks like, that helps us, too.

We’ll formulate a quote and get it to you fairly quickly from there. Once you receive the quote, you can begin planning the next phases.

Start Saving

Namely, the next phase you’re going to want to focus on is saving money. Depending on what the quote is, you might be able to set aside some money over the next few months and have enough for your glass project after six or seven months. If you have a spouse, you can ask them to save as well so you can get closer to your goal sooner.

Cut Back

You know the saying that money saved is money earned, right? It’s true, especially if you’re trying to stick to a budget. Track every expense for a few weeks, from small things like Starbucks runs to bigger ones like paying bills. Then, see what’s extraneous and can be cut out for the time being.

We’re not recommending you strip your life of anything and everything fun, but every dollar you set aside puts you nearer the completion of your glass project with CGD.

Consider Financing

If the project is of a bigger or more expensive scope than anticipated, you can always look into your financing options. Taking out a short-term or long-term loan will help bridge the gap between the money you saved and the money you still need for your glass project. As the project is being completed, you can begin repaying the loan.

Give Us a Call

If you’re hankering for a new glass project from CGD Glass Countertops this year, we encourage you to get in touch with us today. We look forward to hearing from you!

Need a More Organized Bathroom? Try Our Glass Bathroom Countertops

The kitchen may be the main hub of your home, especially during busy mornings, but the day starts for everyone (at different times, of course) in the bathroom. If your bathroom is too small, then it doesn’t take long at all for the room to become utter chaos. From makeup to hair dryers, deodorant, and other personal hygiene items scattered about to dirty sinks and tubs, even you’re sometimes afraid to step foot into your bathroom. You know that when you do, it’s going to take you hours before you can leave the room because the cleanup effort is that big.

You don’t have to live like that anymore. Here at CGD Glass Countertops, we specialize in countertops in many rooms of the house, the bathroom among them. Your bathroom doesn’t have to be a mess zone if you have an adequate countertop for storage.

Right now, you’re likely working with the scant sink space you have in your bathroom, right? Maybe you have a medicine cabinet behind the glass mirror or underneath the sink. If you’re especially lucky, then you have two cabinets.

Still, it doesn’t seem to be enough space for a full family who’s always bustling from place to place. This is where our countertops come into play. By expanding the size of your countertop, you automatically have more storage room in your bathroom.

If you do only have a single cabinet or two, we can more than double that. Take a look at one such bathroom countertop we installed for a happy customer.

There are two small cabinets between the double sinks. Directly beneath both sinks are dual-doored deep cabinets. Under those are three more sliding drawers. If you need even more room, there’s a hidden middle cabby for stashing bathroom essentials like hair dryers, curling irons, hair spray, towels, or whatever you want.

Oh, and yes, our cabinets can come outfitted with dual sinks. If you’re often fighting with family members in the morning to get into the bathroom, those days will be over. Everyone can have their own side, be that you and your husband or even parents on one side and kids on the other.

Another great feature that our CGD customers often quite enjoy is our LED lighting. If you’d prefer, we can install stunning LED lights in your countertop so it glows around the clock. Whether you like simple white lights or want a bit of color (we do red, green, and blue), we want to work with you. You can even select color-changing lights that switch from one bright hue to another.

From a safety standpoint, LED lights are a great addition to your bathroom. The space will be safer for those late-night visits that inevitably happen to everyone. Whether it’s your spouse or your kids, you don’t have to worry about anyone tripping or hurting themselves in the dark.

If you’re ready to begin discussing your bathroom countertop project with us, then give CGD Glass Countertops a call today at 416-398-9733.

3 Great Tips on Glass Island Placement in the Kitchen

After months of budgeting and researching, you’re finally ready to start seriously planning your kitchen island upgrade. Congratulations are certainly in order at this point, as you’re making a decision that will beautify your kitchen for years to come.

If you haven’t quite settled on where to buy your kitchen island, we must recommend our services here at CGD Glass Countertops. We specialize in all things countertops, but our kitchen items are also some of our most popular. With our thick, durable glass, texture and coloring options, and even LED lights, our kitchen islands are far from average.

We encourage you to browse around on our website to see the many gorgeous kitchen islands we’ve designed for past clients. Remember that those are just examples and we can design your kitchen island just about any way you want. After all, we customize almost all our glass items.

Once you find a countertop you love, how do you go about sizing it so you can be sure it fits in your kitchen? Here are three tips and pointers for the ideal kitchen island placement.

1. Islands Don’t Have to Go Square in the Middle of the Room

Forget the notion that your glass kitchen island must be perfectly centered. That’s not true at all. The whole purpose of your kitchen island is to have a convenient space in which to prepare food and do other kitchen duties. If the island is too far from the fridge, the dishwasher, or outlets, it’s pointless.

2. Watch Your Width

During holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other big occasions, if you need extra dining space, your glass kitchen island comes in handy. Even if you never use the island for anything other than food prep, it’s best to design it with room for seating. It’s recommended that the bottom of the island has a decent clearance that’s at least nine inches. If you can, try for 13 inches.

You also need to plan for the width of the island. There should be at least 24 inches of space so a few loved ones could sit comfortably around the island without banging elbows.

3. Make Room Around the Rest of the Kitchen

It can be an adjustment to have a kitchen island if your kitchen has been a wide open space for years. You and the rest of your family will have to get used to this huge addition in the middle(ish) of the room.

To avoid bumped elbows, hips, and knees, the placement of your glass kitchen island is very important. You should accommodate for at least 36 inches of free space on the four sides of the island. If you can, 48 inches is preferable. This way, everyone has the room to navigate the kitchen without hitting the island, even on those busy days.

If you need help getting your glass kitchen island placement just right, call on us at CGD Glass Countertops. We only need some measurements of your kitchen as is and we can help you install the kitchen island of your dreams.

Sources:

https://www.marthastewart.com/1083446/things-you-need-know-choosing-kitchen-island

The Many Benefits of Glass Partitions for the Office

Keeping your employees productive is the key to a thriving company with high revenue. Admittedly, there are tons of distractions that can send employees straying from their productivity goals. Whether it’s watercooler chat, hallway conversations, or extended stays in the breakroom, one way to get everyone more productive is by reducing these distractions.

That’s why we recommend glass partitions for both office and home use. You’d be surprised what glass partitions from CGD Glass Countertops can do for your office’s productivity. Here are some benefits to expect.

Less Noise = More Focus

Some employees aren’t tempted by watercooler or breakroom distractions. They can stay on the ball, but the noises of the office around them gradually wear down on their concentration. The sounds of phones ringing, several conversations being held within earshot, heavy footfalls, the clickety-clacking of keyboards, and other noises make it hard to get through the day.

While glass partitions can’t eliminate all these noises, they can reduce them somewhat. Working in an even slightly less noisy environment may be able to renew an employee’s focus.

More Privacy Reduces Distractions

For those employees who are prone to distractions or even go looking for them, glass partitions are still smart. These partitions provide privacy to all employees. It’s no longer as easy to peek over to the next desk to start small talk. That will keep employees working on the tasks assigned to them.

Improved Office Aesthetics Make for a Happier Office Environment

The look and feel of your office should always be a paramount concern. A nice-looking office makes employees happier. After all, most employees are at the office more often than they’re at home. If they need to be at work, then they should get an office that looks as nice as it can be. Glass partitions can help you achieve that goal.

Order Your Glass Partitions Today

Now that you’re convinced that glass partitions can boost the productivity of your office, we encourage you to contact us at CGD Glass Countertops. We’re a Canadian-based glass manufacturer that specializes in customized items. These include panels, glass sinks, glass countertops, decorative glass doors, partitions, tabletops, bar tops, and glass kitchen islands.

All our items can be designed your way. You might consider opaque glass partitions to really cut down on distractions. For added visibility, we also have plain translucent partitions available. The size, shape, and glass thickness is also up to you. You can even select if you want the glass textured for a nicer look around the office.

Once you’re sure you’ve selected the right glass partition(s) for you, you can contact us via phone at 416-398-9733 or by email at info@cgdglass.com. You can also use our website to fill out an online form about the project. We ask for blueprints, drawings, measurements, or whatever you have that will aide us in the project. We can then get you a more accurate quote and work can begin.

If your office is suffering from a lack of productivity, glass partitions can be part of the solution.

Sources:

https://www.theguardian.com/sustainable-business/2016/feb/10/office-beautiful-pretty-views-employees-productive