Latest door surround installed, simple colors and a classic design brings this entry way to life.
Creating Beautiful Stained Glass Designs
Restoring Beauty for Generations: Latest Repairs by Ageless Leadlights
At Ageless Leadlights, every piece we repair tells a story—of craftsmanship, history, and beauty worth preserving. Our latest repair projects have once again reminded us of the quiet satisfaction that comes from restoring a damaged leadlight window or door and seeing it return to its former glory.
Recently, we had the pleasure of working on several residential leadlight windows dating back to the early 20th century. Time and the elements had taken their toll—cracks had formed, panels had bowed, and some of the old glass was beginning to fall away from weakened came. But as always, our commitment was to treat each piece with the respect it deserves.
We approached these restorations using the same traditional methods that were employed when the windows were first created. This means no shortcuts—just genuine care and time-honoured technique. Each panel was carefully dismantled, cleaned, and rebuilt using traditional linseed oil putty, preserving the authenticity and integrity of the original craftsmanship.
There’s something truly special about watching a dull, damaged panel come back to life. The rich colours gleam once more in the sunlight, and the design—sometimes whimsical, sometimes solemn—shines through, renewed. For the homeowners, it’s more than a repair; it’s a return of something deeply sentimental and beautiful. And for future generations, it’s the promise that this piece of art will endure for many years to come.
Whether it’s a heritage entryway, a feature window, or a forgotten panel in need of love, we treat every repair with the same level of dedication and care. Our goal is simple: to ensure these precious leadlight pieces are enjoyed not just today, but long into the future.
If you have a leadlight piece in need of attention, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Let us help you preserve its story.
Bringing Light to Life: A Federation-Style Leadlight for a Bathroom
At Ageless Leadlights, we love seeing heritage charm brought to life in a new build — and this recent leadlight installation was a perfect example of just that.
Our client approached us with a unique challenge: to create a new leadlight panel for their bathroom that would honour the existing leadlight featured at the front of their home. The house, reflects the charm and elegance of an early Victorian Federation-style home. With original leadlight panels adorning the entryway, it was essential that any new additions remained true to the character and detail of the period.
The bathroom window offered the perfect opportunity to introduce light, colour, and artistry — all while staying faithful to the heritage aesthetic. The brief was to match the front door’s leadlight panel as closely as possible, creating a sense of continuity throughout the home. This involved carefully selecting glass colours and textures that echoed the original design, with attention to detail in every curve and solder line.
Leadlight artist Michael took great care in recreating the piece, using traditional techniques to mirror the design from the front of the house. The result? A stunning new panel that not only floods the bathroom with beautiful filtered light, but also seamlessly complements the rest of the home’s period features.
The final installation was a resounding success. The client was thrilled with the outcome, noting how the panel elevated the space and tied in beautifully with the overall style of the home. For Michael, it was a joy to work on a piece that celebrated both tradition and creativity.
Whether it’s restoring a classic window or creating a new one to match, we believe every piece of leadlight has the power to transform a space — and this bathroom is now glowing proof of that.
Restoring a Floral Leadlight with Fiery Hues and Vintage Charm
For this recent leadlight restoration, we had the pleasure of reviving a beautifully intricate floral panel that had lost much of its original vibrancy over time. The centerpiece of the restoration was bringing back the fiery brilliance of the original design—rich oranges and deep reds mingled with lush greens, carefully matched to the remaining sections of the original glass. To maintain the integrity of the piece, we sourced textured clear glass that echoed the look and feel of the existing panels, ensuring a seamless blend between old and new. The result is a restored window that doesn’t just repair what was lost but reawakens the artistry of the original work—catching the light in all the right ways and bringing warmth and life back into the space. It’s a stunning example of how traditional craftsmanship and a keen eye for color and texture can breathe new energy into heritage leadlight.
Restoring the Elegance of Art Deco: Two Unique Leadlight Window Transformations
At Ageless Leadlights, we’re passionate about preserving the artistry of the past—especially when it comes to the bold, geometric beauty of Art Deco design. Recently, we had the pleasure of restoring two separate Art Deco leadlight windows, each from different homes, each with its own character and story.
Though these jobs were unrelated, they both showcased the elegance and craftsmanship of the early 20th century—and gave us a chance to breathe new life into some truly special pieces.
We began by carefully dismantling the window, photographing every detail, and salvaging original glass wherever possible. The lead cames were replaced with new materials, replicating the original profiles. Some damaged glass sections were re-created using hand-cut, hand-textured glass matched for color and translucency.
While these were two separate projects, both highlight the timeless elegance of Art Deco design—and the value of expert craftsmanship in preserving it.
At Ageless Leadlights, we approach every job with care, precision, and a deep respect for the original maker’s vision. Whether bold and colorful or subtle and refined, these restored windows now shine once again, ready to grace their homes for generations to come.
Got a leadlight window in need of some love?
We’d love to help. Reach out to Ageless Leadlights to talk about restoring your own piece of glass artistry—whether it’s a family heirloom, an architectural gem, or simply something too beautiful to lose.
Restoring Art-Deco
The first step in the restoration process was to address the structural integrity of the window. Years of exposure to the elements had taken their toll, causing lead to weaken. The restoration of a window is more than just a renovation; it is a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and the enduring beauty of the past. In the dance of light and shadow, amidst the clarity of clear textures, we find not just a window, but a reflection of the soul of a home, reborn and restored.
A Mountain of Fun
One of our latest pieces was creating this transom for a lovely couple, the mountain was a memory and special place that represented their relationship.
To create the design the client provided us with a picture and Elizabeth (our designer) along with Micheal created this unique panel that will be a part of the entry way for many years to come.
Pretty Door Surround
This door surround was installed to complement the existing surrounds. The door panel and highlight panel we added to complete the sophistication of this entry way.
Restoration
One of our more recent restorations at Ageless. The contrast between this panel on the bench and in the sunlight is quite incredible.
Latest Repairs
Ageless does many repairs and restorations, these are two of our latest restoration.
These images show some of the steps involved in the transformations.
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