Do you want to inject personal style and vibrancy into your space? Looking for subtle, sophisticated art that adds depth and uniqueness? Custom glass art and/or décor may do the trick! This increasingly popular approach offers a unique touch that transforms a space. Following is information on making custom glass art pieces the focal point of your interior, bringing your artistic vision to life.
What are the Benefits of Custom Glass Art Installations?
Glass artistry makes a pleasing addition to any space, adding value to your real estate. Custom glass art pieces:
- add a personal touch to a room, transforming dull to attractive.
- come in many colours, styles, textures, and sizes, providing something for every taste and every space.
- are designed to meet budgetary needs.
- can be made to match any style and/or décor.
- can be used to enhance privacy (bathrooms, entrances, windows, etc.).
- allow light transfer.
- create visually stunning elements that draw the eye.
- may incorporate images, values, and/or logos, adding creativity and visual stimulation to the office.
- are long-lasting and recyclable, reducing waste.
- provide unlimited design possibilities and a wide range of uses.
What Types of Glass are Utilized in Custom Glass Artistry?
The following are five types of glass typically used when creating custom glass art pieces.
- Sandblasted glass is made by high-pressure blasting a pane of glass with an abrasive material, creating a product that does not peel or chip. It’s easily customized and available in many designs and patterns. You may choose partially or fully blasted glass, different shades, and any degree of clarity.
- Etched Glass is created by applying a hydrofluoric acid solution to both sides of a coloured or clear glass pane, effectively corroding or melting the surface. Etching creates a satiny, smooth texture and can have a variety of opacities. Stencils are used to create patterns. Colours are applied for further customization. Though similar to sandblasted art, etched glass has a more delicate appearance, free of raised surfaces.
- Back-painted glass, also known as colour-coated glass, is clear glass painted on the backside, making it opaque. It comes in ½ to ⅛ inch thickness and is typically made from tempered or annealed glass. Back-painted glass adheres to many vertical and horizontal surfaces and is used in both business and home settings. It creates functional, elegant works of art.
- Architectural glass is printed with textures and/or patterns. Molten glass is passed between rollers embossed with a chosen pattern, transferring the design onto both or one side of a glass pane. When cooled, the glass is cut into the desired size and/or shape. Architectural glass is available in many shades and used to enhance illumination, create privacy, and/or as a design element. It may be laminated, tempered, and/or insulated to meet individual needs.
- Printed glass is made by digitally printing designs and/or high-resolution images onto a pane of glass. It creates stunning glass doors, partitions, and wall coverings. Printed glass is often used in offices to incorporate business logos into a seamless, flawless art wall.
- Stained glass has an elegant appearance that adds character to a space. Pieces of coloured glass, held with lead and/or copper foil, create a unique art piece. Stained glass fits any size door and/or window and lasts for years!
How to Use Custom Glass Art in the Home and/or Office
There are many creative applications for decorative glass art, in the home and office.
- Create a focal point: Add visual appeal to a bedroom, dining room, living room, and/or lobby, using decorative glass to create a stunning art wall.
- Enhance privacy: Use decorative glass to create a screen, office door, window, and/or shower door to add privacy to a space without blocking light.
- Add a luxurious feel: Use decorative glass to add a feeling of luxury to any space (living room, dining room, bathroom, conservatory, etc.).
- Display personal taste: Add your style and feel to a room with decorative glass pieces. Create a unique glass countertop and/or glass backsplash. Consider glass shelving, elevator cladding, cabinet doors, a room divider, barbacks, glass railings, chandeliers, balconies, shower glass, furniture, and/or glass stairs.
- Maximize the light: Don’t settle for traditional railings when you can use decorative glass railings to maximize the light reaching your home and/or office. Decorative glass dividers, windows, and doors will let the light shine through.
- Update your look: Nothing says “modern” quite like decorative glass. It makes a space feel inviting, open, and unique.
Additional Tips
- Use different finishes and textures to create visual appeal. Try a combination of textured, patterned, and smooth glass.
- Use a variety of colours of glass to create a sense of contrast and/or harmony.
- Use glass in unusual ways. Consider a wall covering and/or a tabletop.
- Experiment with the shape and size of glass installations.
Decorative glass is used in many ways (feature walls, partitions, decorative panels, privacy screens, doors, windows, and showers), contributing unique designs to homes and businesses. Used for brand expression and/or a focal point, it elevates the atmosphere of any space. Inject vibrancy and style into your home and/or office with a sophisticated, custom glass creation that is beautiful and functional. Interested in a decorative glass art installation for your home and/or office? ContactHouse of Mirrors and Glass. Our knowledgeable, efficient, Calgary-based team of glass experts is here to assist you in creating your vision. We’ll help you achieve functional, custom design solutions that bring beauty to your space.
