Especially the bathrooms.
You might have a shower squeezed into a corner. A wall that isn’t quite straight. Or a bathroom mirror that looked fine twenty years ago but really needs to go now.
That’s where we come in.
Amber Glass makes and installs custom glass in Brooklyn Heights. Shower doors, bathroom mirrors, glass partitions, and other glass features made to fit your home.
You don’t need to know the exact size or type of glass you want. Tell us what you’re working on, and we’ll help you figure it out.
Request a free glass estimate.
Custom and Frameless Shower Doors in Brooklyn Heights
Let’s start with the bathroom.
Maybe you’re renovating the whole thing. New tile, new fixtures, fresh paint. Everything looks great.
And then there’s the old shower door.
Suddenly, it looks about a hundred years old.
We make custom shower doors in Brooklyn Heights for bathrooms of different sizes. Instead of buying a standard door and hoping it fits, we measure the opening and make the glass for it.
Frameless Shower Doors
Frameless doors are a good choice if you want a simple look.
They don’t have a thick metal frame around every edge. Just glass and the hardware needed to hold it in place.
You can see more of the tile behind the shower. The bathroom can also feel a little more open.
Especially if it’s small.
Our frameless shower doors in Brooklyn Heights use tempered safety glass. The thickness depends on the size and design.
And you have a few ways to set up the door.
A hinged door swings open. It works well if there’s enough room outside the shower.
A sliding door moves sideways. That’s often better when a toilet or sink is close to the opening.
There’s also the fixed glass panel.
No moving door at all. Just a glass screen with an open entrance.
Looks nice, but it needs to be planned properly. Otherwise, you may end up with more water on the floor than inside the shower.
Not quite the idea.
We’ll check the space before recommending a layout.
Custom Mirrors for Brooklyn Heights Homes
Mirrors are funny.
You can spend weeks picking bathroom tile, then grab a random mirror online because it looks about the right size.
And sometimes that’s fine.
Other times, it arrives and looks completely wrong.
Too small. Too wide. Or just an odd shape for the wall.
We make custom mirrors in Brooklyn Heights for bathrooms and other rooms in the home.
You choose the size and shape. We measure the wall and make the mirror to fit.
Bathroom Mirrors
A custom bathroom mirror is useful when you have an unusual vanity or limited wall space.
Maybe you want one large mirror above a double sink.
Or a mirror that fits neatly between two wall cabinets.
We can make both.
You can choose a simple rectangular mirror or something a little different, like a round or arched shape.
We also offer different edge finishes.
A flat polished edge looks simple. A beveled edge has a small angled border that catches the light.
And if you want a more decorative look, there are tinted and antique mirror options.
Mirrors for Other Rooms
Custom mirrors aren’t only for bathrooms.
A large mirror can look great in an entryway. Especially a narrow one.
You can also use mirrors in bedrooms, home gyms, or dressing areas.
And if you have a wall that’s too wide for one regular store-bought mirror, custom sizing can solve that.
We’ll check the wall and discuss how the mirror should be mounted.
Because a large mirror isn’t something you want hanging from two random screws.
Let’s not test gravity.
Interior Glass Walls and Railings
Glass can do more than close a shower.
It can also help divide a room without blocking all the light.
Which is useful in Brooklyn Heights, where some homes have large open rooms and others have much smaller spaces.
Interior Glass Partitions
Say you have a home office in the corner of your living room.
You want a little separation, but you don’t want to build a solid wall.
A glass partition could work.
You get a separate area while keeping the room feeling open.
Amber Glass makes interior glass partitions and doors for residential spaces.
The design depends on the opening and how you plan to use the room.
And a glass wall won’t automatically make a room soundproof. If noise is an issue, we’ll need to discuss the right system.
Glass Railings
We also work with glass railings for stairs and other suitable areas.
They can be a good choice when you want a clear view without traditional wooden or metal balusters.
But glass railings need more planning than a bathroom mirror.
The glass type and mounting system have to meet safety requirements. The structure underneath must also be able to support the installation.
So this isn’t a case of picking a pretty panel and screwing it into the floor.
There’s a little more going on.
We’ll review the project requirements before recommending a design.
Which Glass and Finish Should You Choose?
You have more choices than you might think.
Clear glass is the usual option for shower doors and interior partitions. It’s simple and works with almost anything.
Low-iron glass has less of that slight green tint you sometimes notice in regular glass.
It’s especially nice next to white tile.
Frosted glass gives you more privacy. You still get light, but the view through the glass is blurred.
Textured glass is another option if you want something different.
For mirrors, you can choose regular clear mirror glass or look into tinted and antique styles.
Then there are the edges.
A polished edge is smooth and simple. A beveled edge adds a little detail.
Hardware is another decision.
Chrome works with lots of bathroom fixtures. Matte black stands out more. Brushed nickel is softer, while brass can look great in a warmer bathroom.
You don’t have to make every decision on your own.
We’ll show you the options that work for your project.
Because some hardware looks great in pictures but doesn’t work with every glass size.
Annoying, but true.
Old Brooklyn Heights Buildings Can Be Tricky
Here’s something we see with older homes.
The walls look straight.
Then you measure them.
Surprise.
One side of the opening is a little wider. The floor slopes. Or the wall isn’t quite square.
Brooklyn Heights has plenty of older buildings, so unusual dimensions aren’t exactly shocking.
Even renovated bathrooms can have these issues.
That’s why we measure before making the glass.
For shower doors, we check the finished opening and where the hardware will attach.
For mirrors, we measure the wall and note anything that could affect the fit.
That might include an outlet or a light fixture.
We also check how large glass panels can be brought into the property.
A mirror that fits perfectly on your bathroom wall still needs to make it through the front door.
And possibly a narrow staircase.
Details. Details.
If your bathroom is being renovated, final measurements usually happen after the tile is installed.
There’s a reason for that.
Tile changes the opening size, and tempered glass can’t be trimmed after it’s made.
Better to measure once the finished surfaces are ready.
Working With Your Contractor or Designer?
You don’t have to manage the glass part alone.
If you’re working with a bathroom contractor or interior designer, we can coordinate the glass details with them.
Maybe your contractor needs the shower-door measurements before finishing the project.
Or your designer has chosen a specific mirror shape.
We can review the plans and discuss what will work.
For larger projects, we can also work from drawings.
And if your building has rules about renovation work, it’s worth mentioning them early.
Some Brooklyn Heights co-ops and condo buildings require insurance documents before contractors can enter.
Others have set hours for deliveries or installation work.
We can help coordinate the glass installation around those requirements.
It’s much better to sort that out before a large glass panel arrives downstairs.
Nobody enjoys that phone call.
Want to See Real Custom Glass Projects?
Pictures are useful.
Especially when you’re choosing glass.
A photo can show you how a frameless shower door looks next to tile. Or how a large mirror changes the look of a small bathroom.
You can browse examples of our completed work through the Amber Glass.
We make shower enclosures, mirrors, glass partitions, and other custom glass products across New York City.
If you find something you like, save the picture.
Maybe you want the mirror shape from one project and the hardware from another.
That’s fine.
We can discuss what would work in your home.
One thing worth saying: not every project photo online comes from Brooklyn Heights.
We’d rather show you real work from another neighborhood than pretend a random bathroom belongs to someone on Montague Street.
If we feature a Brooklyn Heights project, it should be an actual local installation.
Simple as that.
How Custom Glass Installation Works
You contact us. We measure. You choose the design. We make the glass and install it.
That’s the short version.
Here’s a little more detail.
First, Tell Us What You Need
Maybe it’s a shower door.
Maybe it’s a large mirror for your bathroom.
Or maybe you’re renovating and need several glass pieces made.
Send us photos if you have them. They help us understand the space.
We’ll discuss the options and arrange a measurement.
We Measure the Space
Our team checks the dimensions and any conditions that could affect the installation.
If a wall isn’t straight, we’ll account for it in the design.
If a glass panel is too large to move through the building, we’ll need to discuss another solution.
Better to know now.
You Approve the Details
Before fabrication, we’ll confirm the glass type and dimensions.
We’ll also go over the edges or hardware, depending on what you’re ordering.
The price depends on those choices and the installation work involved.
A small bathroom mirror won’t cost the same as a large glass wall.
And a simple shower panel won’t cost the same as a full enclosure.
We’ll prepare an estimate for the actual project.
We Install the Glass
Once the glass is ready, our installers come to the property.
We’ll fit the panels and check the installation.
For shower doors, that includes checking how the door opens and closes.
For mirrors, we’ll make sure the mounting is suitable for the wall and mirror.
And we’ll explain how to clean the glass afterward.
No special rituals required.
Custom Glass Installation in Brooklyn Heights
We serve Brooklyn Heights and other parts of Brooklyn.
That includes residential projects near Montague Street and Henry Street, as well as homes around Remsen Street and the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.
The neighborhood has a mix of historic townhouses and apartment buildings. Some projects are easy to access. Others need a little more planning.
A large mirror going into a brownstone may have to pass through a narrow staircase.
A shower enclosure in a co-op might need installation approval before work begins.
We check these details when planning the job.
We also handle glass projects in other New York City boroughs.
If you’re outside Brooklyn Heights, send us the address and we’ll confirm the service area.
Let’s Get the Glass Sorted
Maybe you need one bathroom mirror. Maybe you’re replacing an old shower door.
Or maybe you’re halfway through a renovation and have reached the stage where every little decision feels like too much.
Fair enough.
Tell us what you’re planning. We’ll measure the space and help you choose the glass.
No need to know all the technical stuff.
That’s our job.
Amber Glass provides custom glass measurement, fabrication, and installation in Brooklyn Heights. Request a measured estimate or call 917-213-9625.