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Captivating Varieties of Glasses
by Jonathon Midel
http://www.rodglass.com
Glass has been used for building decor for many years and
doesn't always have to be functional. Sometimes people want
to use glass and glass effects to beautify and creatively
improve the look of a building. Many modern buildings feel
cold and stark when only modern glass is installed.
The leaded glass is the most popular one among glasses. The
leaded glass is made of glass bounded together using lead
pieces, or strips, which are known as "cames". Lead in glass
makes it easy to manage in the manufacturing process. It can
be bent in which ever way you want so as to create a shape
of your desire. This helps you to position the glass
wherever you want, be it on locations like churches or in
your houses.
Leaded glad also lends itself to interesting textures and
patterns. Employing different designs makes the glass more
original and artistic looking, but doesn't weaken it or
limit its performance. Any time a person wants to create a
room with a distinctive and beautiful look, they will be
enthusiastic about choosing leaded glass.
Many people also choose stained glass to add decorative
touches to their homes. They often install it in an entry
hall as this is the first area any visitors see. Countries
all around the world have used stained glass for centuries,
and it's still seen in a variety of buildings.
Stained glass is, in simplicity, leaded glass that is
infused with patterns and colors. The color can be applied
while the stained glass is being manufactured by adding
pigmentation to the glass. Color can also be added after the
cut patterns of clear glass have been incorporated together.
The color is then painted onto the clear glass. The paint
that is used is made with powdered glass and pigments of
color. After the painted color has been added the entire
piece of glass is placed into a kiln so that the pigments
melt and adhere to the clear glass.
Etching is another way to create lovely patterns in glass.
The etching or marking is achieved by applying chemicals or
abrasives to a piece of clear glass. Etchers can make any
type of design or pattern to the glass. Many of today's home
builders are installing etched glass as a decorative feature
of entry halls of bigger homes. They also apply it to glass
doors or windows that are a main point of interest in other
rooms.
Still another type of glass is called "Dalle de Verre", also
known as a faceted type of glass. The creation of this type
of glass involves taking thicker pieces of glass and
chipping the edges to give it that "faceted" look. This
type of glass is usually seen in large buildings where the
effect is most appreciated.
No matter what type of glass is chosen for new homes and
buildings the goal is always the same: to combine the
functionality of glass with the creativeness of home
decorating. Choosing glass for any home can be a fun
experience and the net result is a room with unique window
treatments.
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