Building a Glass Deck out of Glass Block

I have always wanted to make a glass floor or glass deck so I got a bunch of glass blocks from Home Depot and made this Glass Deck with LED lights underneath it.
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[@JJoy-bk8yr]

You could sandblast the blocks. They would diffuse the light and be a bit less slippery.

[@jameshumphrey9939]

not rain is a desert

[@andrewdrozd847]

My thought would be to hit the underside, so you have the diffusion, but still keep the reflective top he likes.

[@jamesbizs]

James Humphrey who said anything about rain?

[@markzambelli]

@@andrewdrozd847 And if you didn't want to mess with hydrofluoric acid etchers and-the-like then maybe a spray-on coating... to the underside, naturally.

[@andrewdrozd847]

@@markzambelli I liked J. Joy's suggestion to sand blast. I suppose I used the word 'etch' a little generically. Before seeing their comment on sand blasting, I was thinking a grinder with a flap disk.

[@SillyHerpFamily]

Honestly...in my head I was thinking...WHY?! Just...WHY?! But was intrigued and deep down I would totally be stoked to sit out there to have a beer, chat, and enjoy a sunset. It looks absolutely beautiful. Nice design!

[@TheModernHomeProject]

yeah i was skeptical too. it doesnt make sense but at the same time there is something so cool about hanging out on it

[@mangosmash10]

Wow! I'm constantly blown away by your creativity and unique designs

[@feliciafriesen]

So creative! I'm looking forward to the furniture ideas for this deck!

[@HomeMadeModern]

me too!

[@120Livi]

It'll need to have wide feet to not pierce the glass

[@DJULTRA7]

Ever seen Tron Legacy? Kevin Flynn’s house has the light up floor but also uses white Victorian furniture. Some components of the chairs and tables were transparent and behind the scenes footage reveals that they were acrylic with frosted ends, allowing the light to pass through and weave around the furniture. I don’t know how difficult that would be but i think the furniture should make use of the light from below.

[@JohnSmith-bx1mp]

@@HomeMadeModern clear acylic?

[@AthenaGM]

This came out so beautiful! IDK, but men that are creative and like to build things from scratch and are not affraid to get their hands dirty are very appealing.

[@raynoladominguez4730]

Beautiful idea. Very cool. I can’t wait to see what you do with this project.

[@carfanfan]

I love the idea of a glass floor in the desert. It's beautiful, especially at night. Looks awesome. Well done!

[@garagemonkeysan]

Very cool project. Finally we learn why the rock hauler was created. Thanks! : )

[@adamvanderswaagh8983]

Great build, Ben! Very inspiring. Great idea, great execution.

[@davidroe4121]

So cool. I just love the effect. I’m currently redesigning my backyard and leaving a place for a future hot tub deck. This could be a perfect option!

[@benjkeller]

Wow, stunning build! It’s not for everyone, but it doesn’t have to be. Really beautiful concept and the end result is gorgeous.

[@whazee]

That's really cool! Some elegant, sweeping shapes that reflect the light from below would look amazing up there!

[@MrCharles9119]

Love your videos Ben, keep them coming!

[@Poor_Mans_DIY]

i am bummed that you did not build this in your house like your other wonderful projects but on the other hand, I am impressed with your back yard! LOL. Nice build!

[@cdmalton1806]

Definitely makes you think of all the possibilities with glass block.

[@speedracer9132]

☝️ This is all I came to say....

[@lucyenebr]

WOW!! TALK ABOUT "OUTSIDE THE GLASS BOX"!!! AMAZING!!! VERY COOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@makreacts3494]

Agh! Love this man. My style, clean and unique. I love 80's design like art deco, metal and geometrics

[@doubledarefan]

Now you just need colorful lights that dance to your fave tunes! Disco in the desert!

[@D3tmanamaps]

This dude got his own mountain, lol.

[@minhalraza8791]

* Let me just walk up my mountain real quick * LOL

[@HomeMadeModern]

its a small mountain more of a hill really

[@papageorgiola]

you could have your own mountain too if you bought property where he's at. although, i doubt he'll be dancing on that glass in the summer. i lasted 6 years there and had to go.

[@trevorburford-reade8685]

@@HomeMadeModern Is it more like a tor?

[@portiaReddy]

Life goals

[@SuperIndisguise]

Awesome! I can see you making additional shapes/designs with those glass blocks.

[@andrewburke5815]

Cool pond cover

[@vibinalpha9191]

As someone that sells glass block and structural glass floors, this is a beautiful application!

[@Thelawncarenut]

Great project, I think it's super cool.

[@JTWoodworks]

Super cool! Love the learning experience that you went through

[@peacetoeveryone1795]

Wow great idea!!! Very creative... thanks for thinking out of a box.. keep it up!! Looking forward for more videos.... and can't wait to ur next project...... keep shining!!

[@togetherwemake8048]

Awesome video can't wait till the furniture builds Light it up 🔥🔥🔥

[@yuyiboy]

I’m thinking acrylic clear “ghost” chairs, very nice 👍😊

[@HomeMadeModern]

Yes!

[@SimonKentucky]

Genius & Creative! Imagine the landing to first floor of a house construction with this idea.

[@ianolinares8747]

It's really cool. I hope the reflection of the sun on the glass blocks won't kill the birds flying above it.

[@ShaunGuthrie-CaskWoodworking]

Really love what you said about "experiences"... as a society we should be more focused on that over things. This was a cool build and enjoyed watching it start to finish.

[@PhilippinesDarrellCheeks]

Awesome, thank you, will build this on my 2nd story deck.

[@junichiikeda5860]

Always brilliant stuff from Ben!

[@chaddgiesing3245]

Ive been wanting to use the glass blocks with LEDs for a walking path in the backyard. Awesome idea for a deck.

[@danthemakerman]

This makes me happy, don't why it just does. Nicely done Ben.

[@HomeMadeModern]

thank you!

[@agentred8732]

Awesome project! Now you need to find a way to float a disco ball above the floor. Oh, and add lasers. And a fog machine, a sound system - and a hot tub!

[@DariointheWorkshop]

Ben, this project isn't good, it is AWESOME! Fantastic idea.

[@ryanmundt9628]

Wow! Very cool. Important to see all the work that went into it. Pretty elaborate

[@johnconnolly3635]

Super job. Great idea. Keep them coming

[@withmocha153]

Amazing! Simply amazing! I love it.

[@aatheus]

Very pretty! Your own disco floor on a mountain!

[@mlwadester87]

This feels like a destination art installation. Something that would make people want to visit so they can witness and Instagram from it/about it. Good work, Ben.

[@JorgeMartinez-bw7nl]

Wow. This project got serious. Looks Awesome!!!

[@buddyharrison2869]

Great project ... You don't need a reason when an experience is your goal. Very nice work!

[@VirgilAllenMoore]

Rent out the platform to photographers for model shoots.

[@barryjjohn]

I second this idea

[@austint19]

Agreed. The Instagram Influencers would be all over this.

[@barryjjohn]

@@austint19 hell yeah, dude id definitely pay to shoot here

[@ColinFowler]

Gotta give instagram losers a platform...

[@Pixelplanet5]

@@austint19 except that these people wouldnt pay with anything but "exposure"

[@shawncrocker7037]

If only this work of creativity somehow spoke of life and its meaning. Actually, it does. Some people have so much time on there hands...it...doesn't make me bitter? I think? 🙂

[@noradaly1]

Wow that’s so amazing I love it!!!

[@Tedtopdawg]

It’s absolutely awesome ! It needs to be bigger !!!

[@H0B0J0HNS0N]

Really cool! I always loved those blocks.

[@sherryu]

Really beautiful!!!

[@1muddonna]

Fantastic, thanks! I've always loved glass block too. I had been throwing around some similar ideas, but your video gave me some ways to improve it. Great job :)

[@williemakit2015]

Interesting build. I like it! It seems the desert always brings out the most creative elements of those who reside in it.

[@jonjohnston5333]

This is just plain cool.

[@WayWoodworking]

The night shots are amazing, cool project!

[@alitayeh2233]

Piece of art! I love it!

[@MakeSomething]

My goodness, that is inspiring!

[@HomeMadeModern]

thank you David!

[@edgardoheffele3]

That is SUPER COOL!!!!!

[@calculatedrisk1]

Beautiful Work! Gotta love this channel...

[@BruceAUlrich]

Really cool what you were able to do....AT THE TOP OF A MOUNTAIN!

[@moicrux7112]

You are super creative! I always watch your channel keep up the good work!

[@fluffyfish09]

Very cool use of glass blocks

[@mqqnmypops]

Nice 👍 adding Solar panels under the glass blocks along with batt. and controls...yeah probably too diffused👍

[@darrelcdammann]

That's kind of cool, how the ef you get a mountain? We're they selling for half price lol

[@phillipball4807]

Oh ok, we are just going to skim over the fact this dude has his own mountain. Cool.

[@raraavis7782]

Disco in the desert! That is such a dope idea 😄 Would be great for a club or similar location, where people hang out after dark. Will the glass stones hold up to being walked on with sandy shoes all the time though? I would imagine, that they become rather scratched and dull after a while. Although that might not make them less pretty at night...just at daytime, maybe.

[@supadeluxe]

Clear acrylic deck furniture!

[@JasonAdams]

Just what that amazing landscape needed.

[@Frigidfir3]

definitely some translucent or white furniture 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@curtisruth709]

Looks like something I would do Definitely like it very creative sir

[@whitneyuyeda1383]

Another cool elegant design. Well done

[@AndreaArzensek]

I would never make something like that, but man that is super cool. I enjoyed the build. Great job

[@markseifried3959]

You actually did a lot of work. Great!!

[@SIAFU]

Great build really innovative.

[@workshop_edits]

This is such an awesome build dude nice one

Very cool project and video. I'm sure you heard about James Turrell, who's got his own mountain too (a volcano actually), and this made me think of his work. Bravo!

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Absolutely so cool!! Just so cool!!!

[@bobbysimon9699]

Nice build, great idea.

[@thewoodworker1703]

Superb ! Perspex type furniture would look cool it would possibly absorb some of the light from below !

[@msimisimahlalela722]

THIS IS REALLY BEAUTIFUL

[@FredMcIntyre]

Really cool Ben! 👍🏻👊🏻

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

Must be the joys of living in a dusty, sandy desert climate. You can keep an air filter in use here in the Midwest for a year or two and it will barely look dirty at all. No joke, I just replaced mine and two relatives filters and they looked almost new!

[@Suehuskins]

Wow! Nice work. You can also rent out for photo shoots!!! 😁 beautiful background for sure.

[@RajendranathBehera]

Legendary work.

[@shaggiboi]

You should do a video on how to make the power source solar powered, it would be self sustaining

[@Jabbasaur]

Sounds a bit pointless, nobody would make a glass deck miles from a building with power. It would essentially just be a video on how to add solar panels to a roof.

[@refusoagaino6824]

You would have to camouflage the solar setup to be transparent to the user. One smaller panel could run this for 12 hours if there is a decent battery in the circuit. Any large cordless power tool has a good candidate battery. Connect it in using a modified charging unit, and you could take the battery with you or bring one on visits. Actually, forget the solar panels. Just discretely place that modified charger under a rock or in a hole somewhere close. Solar charge the battery elsewhere.

[@millierr6112]

I love it, great idea. Greetings from Mexico!!

[@BandasPalette]

So cool. Now I just need a mountain. Geez Ben! 🤣

[@searchandestroy69]

Dude. That is incredible. I know that took a lot of work, but was well worth it.

[@RonConsumer]

That is so cool... Now I'm going to have to build a smaller version at my parent's house... Thanks for the idea... 👍

[@tomruth9487]

Really nice design.

[@douglasflatley1178]

I love that deck!

[@rauldjrg]

Very creative !!!

[@esthergerlitz2359]

The rock carrier video is when I subscribed

[@MegaGaspadin]

I was going 100% : "What is this guy doing with some glass bricks in the middle of the desert, what purpose does it serve, it doesn't make any sense?", until you said " I value experiences". Congrats for your view and for sharing this project, sometimes we focus too much on tangible assets and forget to invest towards some unique experiences.

[@Ollaris]

Now this is a certified banger project! Now i want to experiment with glass blocks. I thought Chris is the moonwalk specialist....

[@debbydhill]

Very cool!

[@markdove5906]

Really like this idea I'd quite like to see it Incorporated into composite decking like a little Central square of LED lights 👍

[@extremeballer625]

Sick idea man

[@smokeyrobinson4918]

Great project😎

[@plutus205]

That wood be an awesome pool floor.

[@ayo3able]

This would be a great performance area for musicians

[@bosplaydream]

This is dope Aj. Ben

[@KLAUDIA-ui3tq]

Love it.❤..U did it BeCause Your Open Minded , A Leader, & Talented...👊😁..Keep Doin You...🤓...& thats a cool project 😎😁