Rental Policy

Rental times must be scheduled and paid for at time of scheduling. We accept cash, checks, Visa, M/C, and Discover. There is a $50.00 fee for returned checks. All rental times paid with cash or check should be paid within 5 days of scheduled time.

Reservations may be made by phone (773-394-3252), or in person at CHG.

Bench rental slots are available on a first come first serve basis.

Cancellations made between 5 days and 48 hours prior to reservation will be charged a $50 administration fee.

Cancellations made within 48 hours of reservation are will be billed the full rental rate

A team of at least two renters must rent each time slot. CHG maintains a list of approved renters looking for a partner, which may be obtained from the office.

Bench rental is available to those that have been approved by CHG staff, either through taking CHG classes or arranging an interview to demonstrate adequate level of experience. (Qualifications for bench rental include demonstration of proper and safe use equipment and tools.)

All renters are responsible for knowing the studio rules. Copies are posted in the studio and available from the office. Bench rental privileges will be revoked from anyone who does not follow shop etiquette and safety rules, directions given by the CHG staff, or for abuse of equipment.

Other

Failure to clean up after your rental time will result in a $25.00 fee.

A damage fee will be charged to renters for full replacement cost of tools and equipment if they are used without approval or if they are misused, damaged or lost.

Equipment Failure: In the case of annealer or glory hole malfunction, CHG will credit the time for the rental slot. Chicago Hot Glass is not responsible for material and labor losses.

Chicago Hot Glass reserves the right to define and amend the above rules and regulations.