​​Our Services

​We offer and specialise in a variety of services at The Stained Leaded Glass Company.
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Your guarantee of quality: 
​Our business is built on trust, repeat business, and recommendations, so you can be sure you will be satisfied at the end of the job. 

Notable Projects:

The National Trust: 
John Lennon's Home

​​As part of our commitment to preserving cultural heritage, we had the honour of restoring and weatherproofing the stained glass windows at a National Trust property: the childhood home of Beatles legend John Lennon. 

Prince of Wales Hotel, Southport

The hotel's ballroom contains an original Victorian stained glass skylight comprised of 44 individual panels. To extend the longevity of this beautiful historical glass, we removed, re-leaded, repaired, and refitted all panels.

Flagship Harry Potter Store, New York

The Harry Potter flagship store in New York City commissioned us with a magical opportunity. In the style of an old English pub, these windows sit above the entrance to their Butterbeer Bar to welcome visitors inside.

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About Us

Andrew Seddon - Stained Glass Artist and Director
Andrew Seddon (right) with daughter-in-law Tamsin, daughters Katie and Bethany, and son Adam.
Stained glass is our passion; one we love to share with others. Founder Andrew Seddon has over 35 years of experience in stained glass craftmanship, creating the studio in 1991 with the support of his wife Corina.
​This has grown into a wonderful family business with the next generation now working alongside them to provide a range of stained glass services.
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Over the years we have had the honour of working with a wide range of clients, including The National Trust, Church of England, Catholic and Methodist churches, Jewish synagogues, historic buildings, independent and state schools, and homeowners across the UK.
We at The Stained Leaded Glass Company are specialists in all types of Stained Glass and Leaded Light Windows, supplying stained glass to those in Manchester, Bolton, Salford, Lancashire, Cheshire, Stockport, London and across the UK. We are designers of beautiful new stained glass for new and period homes, and inspirational church window designs; and providers of expert repair, restoration and conservation to broken and damaged stained glass. We aim to restore, protect, and create beautiful stained glass windows for all to enjoy. 

​So whether you need existing stained glass repairing or encapsulating, a brand new stained glass window custom made, or just want some advice, don’t hesitate to get in touch - we are here to help!​

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FAQs

Can stained glass be double-glazed?

Yes! Turning a stained glass panel into a double or triple-glazed unit is called encapsulation. The panel is placed between two sheets of clear toughened glass and sealed, creating a secure window that provides great insulation.

Can broken stained glass be repaired?

We can repair a variety of damage! If a few pieces of glass are broken or cracked, they may be repairable on site. If the damage is more extensive, the panel can be removed from the frame, and the broken elements can be replaced in the workshop. Be sure to contact us with details of your window so we can advise you further.

How much does stained glass cost?

There are many factors that influence the price of a stained glass panel, so we give personalised quotes to match the details of the job. A larger, more complex design will cost more than a simple repair, for example. We consider materials, design, labour, and travel costs when pricing up stained glass windows, so please contact us with your details to so we can give you the most accurate price.

How long does a stained glass window take to make?

We aim to provide our services in a timely manner, however stained glass is as individual as the person that orders it. As such, there is no one-size-fits-all timeline for creating a stained glass panel. We aim to communicate consistently and effectively throughout the process to provide updates and arrange events around your schedule.

How is a stained glass window made?

Stained glass is a traditional craft that has gone virtually unchanged for more than 1000 years. The ancient techniques of glass making, cutting the stained glass to shape, glass painting the individual pieces, and joining the pieces together using H section lead came and solder to form one panel are still practiced by us at The Stained Leaded Glass Studio. There are a multitude of skills required to make a stained glass window with the craftsperson being a truly master of all trades.
 
Step 1: Design the new stained glass window.
This involves talking to the client and to discuss what they want from the finished stained glass or leaded light window. Our talented and experienced stained glass designers produce an initial design, which is then modified after consultation with the client until the final design is approved. 
 
Step 2: Draw the design to full size.
Working off a printed design ensures panels are made to the size of the finished stained glass window, so they can be fitted correctly.
 
Step 3: Choose the types and colours of glass.
Glass colour and texture varies greatly, so are chosen to ensure the best end result for the designed stained glass window. This coloured glass is hand cut using a simple glass cutter and the edges are finely shaped using special grozing pliers.
 
Step 4: Paint any design or design details onto the glass.
The glass paint and stains are fired in the kiln at 725°c to fuse the glass paint to the surface of the glass.
 
Step 5: Use lead to join the glass together.
The lead is stretched to harden it before it is used and each intersection is lap-jointed together. By cutting and bending lengths of H section lead came around each piece of glass, the panel begins to take shape.
 
Step 6: Solder each joint together.
A gas heated soldering iron is used to apply solder to the lead joints on both sides of the panel. This holds the glass and lead together and strengthens the stained glass window.
 
Step 7: Cement the panel.
The cement is applied into the gaps between the lead and the glass and cleaned off with the use of a chalk powder. This waterproofs the stained glass window and makes it rigid. The leads are cleaned then finally polished with carbon black to a fine shine.
 
Step 8: Fit the window.
The panel is placed in a wooden or stone surround to be viewed and enjoyed.

A stained glass window or leaded light window made or repaired using this technique should last many centuries.
All the hard work is worth while when you see the finished stained glass window.