{"id":67853,"date":"2022-02-21T22:18:58","date_gmt":"2022-02-21T22:18:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artspainter.com\/?p=67853"},"modified":"2022-02-21T22:18:58","modified_gmt":"2022-02-21T22:18:58","slug":"how-to-choose-the-perfect-glass-for-your-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artspainter.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-perfect-glass-for-your-space\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose the perfect glass for your space"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe width=\"100%\" height=300vh src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/X0sm_yovIVM?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1\"><\/iframe>The design of your glass is just as important as the size, shape and amount of glass you use. Glass has many different characteristics, such as: 1)Glass weight. Heavy glass tends to be durable. 2)Glass color. Clear glass allows for ease in maintenance and a clean look. 3)Glass type. There are many different types of glass available to meet any application and budget. 4)Glass finish. Polished, etched, sandblasted, acid etched and textured finishes add personality and style to your project.<\/p>\n<p>Weight: The weight of the glass is an important factor when considering your glass options because it affects the amount of time it takes to install your glass. Some heavier types of glass can be challenging to install but they tend to be more durable than their lighter counterparts. For example, Tempered Laminated Glass (5\/16&#8243; thick) is stronger than both clear float glass (.118&#8243;) and the standard tempered glass (.25&#8243;). For applications that require strength, thicker tempered glass is recommended for safety reasons as well \u2013 just remember that the thicker the tempered glass, the harder it will be to install!<\/p>\n<p>Color: When it comes to selecting your perfect glass color, consider what space you&#8217;re trying to create. A clear or transparent lite is<\/p>\n<p>What kind of glass is best for the space you are looking to fill? In order to answer this question, it&#8217;s important that you first understand what actually makes up art glass.<\/p>\n<p>Art glass is available in a variety of different forms, which can be split into three broad categories: float, hand-blown and fabricated. Each type has its own distinct characteristics and qualities. By learning more about the different types of art glass, you&#8217;ll be able to determine which fits best within your space.<\/p>\n<p>Float Glass<\/p>\n<p>Float glass was created in the early 1900s by a group of European companies known as the &#8220;Big Four&#8221; or &#8220;Marble Champions.&#8221; It revolutionized window panes by allowing them to be produced quickly and efficiently. In order to create float glass, two sheets of clear glass are melted together with a layer of molten tin between them. A large sheet of steel is then rolled over the molten tin, flattening out the tin and creating a smooth surface that becomes the outer layer of the finished product. The resulting glass has a uniform thickness throughout and is less susceptible to breakage during transportation than traditional hand-blown glass.<\/p>\n<p>Treatments for Float Glass<\/p>\n<p>While most treatments for hand-blown art glass are not suitable for float glasses, there are some that<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to selecting the right glass for your space, choosing what works best can be a bit confusing. Here we will go into detail about the different types of glass and how they work best, and more importantly, what they look like to help you decide if they might be right for your space.<\/p>\n<p>Tinted glasses have a small percentage of color added to the glass that gives it variation in hue, tinting the look of a room dramatically. Tinted glasses are recommended in rooms where you want to reflect the light or where ambient lighting is on a lot such as an art studio. As with any type of glass, make sure to ask about how the tint will hold up in direct sunlight, because some tints only work well with indirect sunlight.<\/p>\n<p>For those who are looking for more privacy, there are textured glasses designed to obscure vision inside while still allowing natural light to come through. These glasses are great for recording studios and offices where you need privacy but still want the sun&#8217;s rays. For those who need more security, there are also mirrored glasses which can prevent onlookers from seeing inside without sacrificing any natural light. Mirrored glasses can be used in any space where you want privacy or security without sacrificing natural lighting.<\/p>\n<p>Glass is a material that has been used for ages for various applications. However, glass was not always readily available to the masses. Glassblowing was developed as a trade over 4000 years ago and began to be produced in Europe around the 13th century. By the 17th century, window glass could be mass-produced, and this helped fuel the Industrial Revolution.<\/p>\n<p>The first use of glass was for containers. Later, glass became popular for mirrors, windows, and other decorative items. Today, most people are familiar with the use of glass for windows and drinking containers. However, you can also find glass used in construction materials and even electronics.<\/p>\n<p>Having a basic understanding of glass will help you choose the right kind of glass for your home improvement project or other endeavor. The following information is designed to give you a little bit of insight into how you can choose the right kind of glass product for your needs.*<\/p>\n<p>The first question that you need to ask yourself is if you want a clear glass or an antique glass. Clear glass is transparent and will allow in the most light. It can be used in your kitchen or bathroom areas, or in any other room of the house that has a lot of natural light. Clear glass is also much easier to clean because it does not have any patterns or designs on it.<\/p>\n<p>Antique glass is non-transparent which makes it ideal for rooms that do not have a lot of light, such as your living room or bedroom. It can add an aesthetic touch to your room because of its unique designs and patterns. Antique glasses are more fragile than clear glasses and are harder to clean as well.<\/p>\n<p>Antique glasses are available in bubble, leaded crystal and etched textures. The design on the glass will determine if they are appropriate to use in your home. If you have children or pets, bubble glass may not be the best choice because it can easily break into pieces when dropped or bumped against hard objects. However, if you have a small living space, leaded crystal will make it look larger than it really is and can be very effective in an office setting because of its ability to reduce glare on computer screens.<\/p>\n<p>When picking out a glass piece, you&#8217;ll have many different types of glass to choose from. Each type of glass has its own strengths and weaknesses, and may be better suited for certain applications than others.<\/p>\n<p>The most common type of glass is soda-lime glass, which is the cheapest and most readily available type. Soda-lime glass is fine for short term applications such as windows, or things that will be used regularly (such as tables) but don&#8217;t need to be used every day. It&#8217;s not recommended for shower doors, as it scratches easily.<\/p>\n<p>Glass can also be made with lead in it, which makes it much more durable; however, it can also be quite expensive. Enameled cast iron cookware made with leaded glass is an example of this type of glass.<\/p>\n<p>Leaded glass isn&#8217;t recommended for use in drinking glasses or other objects that will be used frequently, since it could leach into food or drinks and make them poisonous.<\/p>\n<p>A newer type of glass called tempered can be much stronger than regular soda lime glass. Tempered glass is what&#8217;s found in most vehicle windshields, because it resists shattering when hit or scratched. If something does scratch tempered glass, the scratch remains small because the outer layer of the tempered glass actually<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;So what exactly is art glass and why is it considered an art?&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Art glass is the term used to describe stained glass, leaded art glass and fused art glass.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Stained Glass &#8211; Traditional stained glass uses small pieces of colored glass that are cut or broken into tiny pieces and then applied onto a background of clear glass to create a design. It can also be any artwork that utilizes small pieces of colored light transmitting glass (stained glass) in its design. Stained Glass has been around for over 5000 years. During this time period it has gone from being a functional way to enhance lighting to the fine art it has become today.&#8221; -Wikipedia http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Stained_glass<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Fused Glass-Fused glass is made by fusing together two or more layers of colored glass and sometimes other materials over a kiln forming process resulting in one solid piece of art.&#8221;-Wikipedia http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fused_glass<iframe width=\"100%\"\" height=300vh src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3lFo3asX3Ac?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The design of your glass is just as important as the size, shape and amount of glass you use. Glass has many different characteristics, such as: 1)Glass weight. Heavy glass tends to be durable. 2)Glass color. Clear glass allows for ease in maintenance and a clean look. 3)Glass type. 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