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• How Is Glass Produced
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• 29-06-2023

Glass is a transparent, solid-like material with many practical applications. Glass is made from three naturally existing basic materials: sand, ash, and limestone. Glass is made by melting these materials at very high temperatures. Glass behaves like a solid at normal temperature even though its structure is similar to that of a liquid at high temperatures. Thus, a vast range of shapes may be created by pouring, blowing, pressing, and moulding...

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• How To Replace Front Door Glass
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• 21-06-2023

This article looks at how to replace front door glass. Find out more about the stages in door glass replacement and the types of decorative glass available for front doors. R.S. Glass Design Limited are the leading Hand Crafted Decorative Glass Specialist in the UK providing brilliant cut glass and acid etched glass. We explore the process of replacing your door glass with bespoke decorative glass. What kind of glass and fastening is ideal...

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• How Much Does Decorative Glazing Cost
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• 22-03-2023

Are you looking for decorative glass costs? We look at how much  decorative glazing can cost. R.S. Glass Design Limited are decorative glass and mirrors specialists working throughout the UK. Find out more about decorative glazing options and what affects the cost of decorative glazing. Many homeowners choose decorative glazing in their windows or doors because it adds flair and a dash of colour to an otherwise boring canvas. Stained glass...

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• Modern Window Glass Design Ideas For The Home
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• 20-03-2023

Are you looking for Modern Glass design ideas for the home? R.S. Glass Design Limited are the UK's premium producer of hand crafted decorative glass. We look at ideas for glass design in wooden windows, kitchens, Sliding glass, mirrored glass and frosted glass windows. Over the years, glass designs have gradually developed and evolved across the UK market. Now we find ourselves flooded with choices and various interesting and unique...

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• Reasons To Choose Acid Etched Glass Windows
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• 20-02-2023

Are you considering acid etched glass windows? R.S. Glass Design Limited are hand crafted acid etching experts working in the UK. We look at the many reasons to choose acid etched glass windows.  Acid-etched glass is the perfect way to add a touch of artwork and decoration to your property via your windows. To make things even more enticing, you can have almost any glass design you want with acid-etched windows since the possibilities are practically...

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• What Is Acid-Etched Glass
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• 17-01-2023

Have you been asking: what is acid-etched glass? If you are planning expert glass designs on your property, find out more about why acid-etched glass may be an option for you. Acid-etched glass is known for its frosted appearance, which makes it ideal for creating privacy in your home or business. It can also be decorative, with a frosted design being etched onto the surface of glass sheets. It is also easy to maintain, given its improved...

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• What Is Ornamental Victorian Window Glass
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What is ornamental Victorian window glass? Find out more about Victorian window & door design and the style of glass designs available from this period. When looking at Victorian window design, one style stands out as a favourite of the era. Bay boxes with sash windows can be found on most homes built during the Victorian age, thanks to the combination of allowing more natural light to freely enter the property, comfortable ventilation...

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• What Is Victorian Era Designs And Patterns
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This article looks at Victorian era designs and patterns. We look at Victorian-era interior design and ornamental Victorian window glass. The Victorian era was influenced by Queen Victoria, who was recognised for her lavish taste, which revolutionised the world of interior design and architecture; the Victorian style was mirrored in relatively cluttered spaces aimed to portray rank, wealth, and romance. Rich furnishings, patterned wallpapers,...

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• What are the different types of decorative glass
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• 20-09-2022

What are different types of decorative glass? Find out more about the options for decorative glass available. We look at acid etched, frosted glass, patterned glass and more. This is glass that has been chemically treated with a type of acidic material. One example would be hydrofluoric acid. This is done to create a surface finish that will diffuse transmitted light, as well as reduce glare and give the glass a frosted appearance. Reasons...

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• Acid Etched Glass Process
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• 06-02-2021

Acid etching is a process that can cut into another substance using a strong acid. Its use is widespread for both artistic and industrial purposes. For example, acid etching can be used to prepare cement flooring for refinishing or painting, while many artists use it to create detailed pictures on glass or metal.  Acid-etched glass has a unique, satin-like, evenly smooth. Acid-etched glass acknowledges light while giving vision control...

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• FAQ
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• 15-07-2019

Questions About Glass Acid Etching We answer some frequently asked questions about glass acid etching. Reasons To Choose Acid Etched Glass Windows A: Depending on the complexity of the piece, a single piece of acid-etched glass can take up to 2 weeks to complete, as R.S. Glass Design Limited uses traditional techniques to create each piece by hand. As a result, each piece is a unique piece of art in its right, even...

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• Types of frosted glass
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Frosted glass is widely used in a range of properties and interior design styles, from authentic traditional country pubs to contemporary offices. Though glass is typically chosen for its transparency, the contrast of translucent frosted glass can be used to generate interest on a single surface and add an extra layer of depth to the overall integrity of the design. Traditionally, frosted glass is created by eroding the surface of the glass panel...

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• What Is Decorative Glass
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What is decorative glass? Find out more about the the types of decorative glass. We look at stained glass, brilliant cut glass, etched glass, textured glass and fused glass. Glass has been used as decoration since thousands of years ago, including evidence of early mirrors made from obsidian, a naturally formed volcanic glass. In modern times, glass has a wide range of applications, from glassware to jewellery and of course, glazing. Though plain...

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• History of Glass Etching
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Though the earliest examples of decorative glass can be traced back to at least 3600 BC, the process of acid-etched glass is a fairly recent chapter in the history of glass-making. A: As the name suggests, acid-etching is a process which uses a strong acidic solution to corrode away the surface of the glass to create a frosted appearance. It's a traditional method of crafting decorative glass; by carefully controlling...

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