Decorative glazing adds style
Decorative glazing adds style and a focal point to a home or business. 5 Star use decorative glazing in our windows, partitions, and our doors. Glass etching, or ‘French embossing’ is a technique of creating an outline on the surface of glass by applying an acidic, caustic, or abrasive substance. The different types of decorative glazing include:
Decorative Glazing Etched glass is etched with a design, number, or pattern. A house number or name can be etched onto the glass within, above, or to the side of a front door. A beautiful picture or pattern can be added within a feature window. Decorative Glazing Etching can be used to identify the presence of glass to avoid accidental collision. Decorative Glazing Etched glass designs can add a touch of elegance to a room.
Clear or Coloured Decorative Glazing Bevelled glass has been cut and polished at an angle. Giving the glass a multi-dimensional appearance. Decorative Glazing Bevelled glass was extremely popular in windows and doors at the end of the last century, it is less common today, yet still adds a touch of sophistication to a home or company premises.
Decorative Glazing stained glass fragments dating to the 7th century have been found at Monkwearmouth and Jarrow in Northumbria. Decorative Glazing Stained glass as we know it was a medieval art form which was widely used in gothic architecture. Stained glass is very much alive in the 21st century and new stained-glass windows are still being made for religious, public, commercial buildings and homes. Stained glass can add a touch of colour and beauty to any space it can amazingly illuminate a hall or porch when the sun shines through.
Mirrored glass has been coated with a reflective material. Mirrored glass is commonly used in bathrooms and bedrooms, it can give the impression of making a room appear larger. Mirrored glass can also be used for privacy.
Laminated glass is much stronger than standard glass and is often used in safety applications. Laminated glass can be used to create a decorative effect when two or more panels of glass are affixed together with a decorative interlayer in-between.
Benefits of Decorative Glazing
Here are some of the benefits of using decorative glazing:
- Decorative glazing can add style and elegance to any home or business.
- Decorative glazing can add interest and visual appeal to any space.
- Decorative glazing can provide privacy in areas where needed.
- Laminated glass is much stronger than standard glass and can provide safety benefits.
If you want to add style and fascination to your home or business, decorative glazing is an interesting option. It is versatile and stylish and can capture the attention of onlookers. 5 Star are FENSA approved Installers.
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Choose any window frame with Double Glazing or Triple Glazing
Choose aluminium window frames or UPVC window frames in any style and any colour, your next choice is to choose double or triple glazing, either two or three panes.
You can change the glass to laminate (highly recommended) or even a different glass depending on what you need to achieve i.e. coated for more heat retention, a solar coating to keep a room cooler, laminated for higher security, or acoustic for less noise transition.
Different rooms can have different configurations.
Finally explore decorative glazing, around your front door and privacy glazing for bathrooms and privacy.
For guidance, our Designer appointments are free, and they will talk you through and explain all your options.
