California
ETCHED GLASS
California
ETCHED GLASS
Bespoke
Etched Glass
We have been supplying bespoke etched glass to homes in California since we were first established in 1994. Our glass is made-to-order to ensure a perfect fit for every home.
What designs do we offer?
Our etched glass main gallery offers a variety of options, including elegant etched house names and numbers and traditional Victorian designs. A firm favourite among our clients in California is our Shadows of Nature range, where we capture the beauty of the natural world within an etched glass panel. We also have a range of etched designs that have been inspired by designers Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Frank Lloyd Wright. These are just a few highlights from our etched glass main gallery, so whether you’re looking for something contemporary, traditional or maybe a little different, you’re sure to find the perfect glass for your California home.
We also offer the option to create custom designs using your own artwork or imagery. We have a guide to help you determine what images are suitable for etching.
Unparalleled
Attention to detail
How to order from us?
If you require standard rectangular glass for a door, you can browse our etched designs, once you’ve found one you like, input your requirements and add it to cart. After completing the checkout process and placing your order, we will begin the proofing process, as described below.
If you require glass for a window or irregular shaped glass for a door, browse our etched glass gallery, once you’ve found a design you like, head on over to our contact form with your approximate glass sizes (and description of your irregular shaped glass if applicable) and request a quote. Once you’re ready to place your order, let us know and we’ll provide you with payment details and a link to download our order form. Once we have received both payment and your completed order form, your order will be placed and we will begin the proofing process which you can read about below.
How to order from us?
If you require standard rectangular glass for a door, you can browse our etched designs, once you’ve found one you like, input your requirements and add it to cart. After completing the checkout process and placing your order, we will begin the proofing process, as described below.
If you require glass for a window or irregular shaped glass for a door, browse our etched glass gallery, once you’ve found a design you like, head on over to our contact form with your approximate glass sizes (and description of your irregular shaped glass if applicable) and request a quote. Once you’re ready to place your order, let us know and we’ll provide you with payment details and a link to download our order form. Once we have received both payment and your completed order form, your order will be placed and we will begin the proofing process which you can read about below.
Proofing process
No matter if you request it or not, once you place an order with us, we will provide a proof via email usually within 5 working days of the order being placed, showing you how the design(s) will look in your custom glass sizes.
Once we’ve sent you a proof, you can either approve it and we’ll begin production, or request any design modifications. This might be resizing some elements or adding/removing some leaves or butterflies from a design etc. Only when the design is perfect and you give us your approval will we begin production.
We offer free delivery on almost all etched glass panels supplied by our decorative glass studio to homes throughout California and the USA. We also supply fused glass to California.
Tailor-made
For your home
About Etched Glass
Etched glass, dating back to the 15th century, is one of the oldest forms of decorative glass. The manufacturing process has evolved over the years, with creative designs pushing the boundaries of what is possible. This has contributed to the recent surge in popularity of etched glass, which is now often created by using abrasive or acidic substances to etch designs onto glass panels.
About Etched Glass
Etched glass, dating back to the 15th century, is one of the oldest forms of decorative glass. The manufacturing process has evolved over the years, with creative designs pushing the boundaries of what is possible. This has contributed to the recent surge in popularity of etched glass, which is now often created by using abrasive or acidic substances to etch designs onto glass panels.
How do we etch glass?
Abrasive-blasting, also known as sandblasting, is the technique we use when creating etched glass. This technique is chosen for a variety of reasons:
- It ensures our etched glass finish is consistent and of the highest quality.
- It enables us to offer a wide variety of highly detailed designs and even bespoke designs to our clients.
- It allows light to transmit through better than alternatives like acid etched glass.
- It avoids the health and safety issues associated with using hazardous acid to etch glass.
Our Process
We start by making a custom mask, which is then placed on the surface of the glass that will be etched. This protects the areas of the glass that we don’t want to be etched. Then, the glass is put into a sandblasting chamber and bombarded with a high-speed pressurized abrasive substance. When the panel’s surface has been fully etched, we remove the temporary mask which reveals the un-etched, clear sections of the design. For single glazed glass, a protective sandblast coating is applied to the etched side of the panel to prevent fingerprints becoming ingrained. On double glazed panels, the protective coating isn’t required as the etched side of the panel is contained within the double glazed unit.
Perfection
Quality Redefined
What to avoid when buying etched glass
Some companies may claim to offer “etched glass,” but in reality, they only use vinyl stickers with an etched-like appearance, not actual etching of glass. These stickers can become discolored and shrink when exposed to sunlight, resulting in a yellowish appearance. If a company offers screen-printed ‘etched glass effect’ panels, be aware that this suffers from exactly the same discolouration issue over time.
We produce our panels correctly, by sandblasting them to attain a high-quality, permanent etched finish. You should always ensure you are paying for a quality sandblasted etched glass product to avoid disappointment. You can see the issues people run into with fake etched glass here.
House Names and Numbers
Our California clients often choose etched glass house names and numbers for transom windows, and it’s easy to understand why. The finish is superb and it can easily transform the entryway of a property, adding a much sought aura of elegance. Our glass artists produce hundreds of these panels every year for customers around the world.
The transom window, a glass panel above the door, is a common feature in homes in California and an ideal place to display an etched house name or number. If your home has one of these transom windows, you can choose from our house names and numbers gallery to find the perfect design to compliment your home. Additionally, matching door or side panels can also be created upon request.
Again, when you place your order, we will send you a proof of how the finished panel(s) will look with your chosen font and border (if applicable) to make sure you’re 100% happy with your design choices.
House Names and Numbers
Our California clients often choose etched glass house names and numbers for transom windows, and it’s easy to understand why. The finish is superb and it can easily transform the entryway of a property, adding a much sought aura of elegance. Our glass artists produce hundreds of these panels every year for customers around the world.
The transom window, a glass panel above the door, is a common feature in homes in California and an ideal place to display an etched house name or number. If your home has one of these transom windows, you can choose from our house names and numbers gallery to find the perfect design to compliment your home. Additionally, matching door or side panels can also be created upon request.
Again, when you place your order, we will send you a proof of how the finished panel(s) will look with your chosen font and border (if applicable) to make sure you’re 100% happy with your design choices.
Exquisite
Fused Glass
Combine the sleek elegance of etched glass with our eye-catching range of fused glass tiles.
Exquisite
Fused Glass
Combine the sleek elegance of etched glass with our eye-catching range of fused glass tiles.
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