We spoke about the different types of basic glass used in construction in an earlier blog. Below we are going to look at different types of decorative glass and a number of ways in which they are used to accentuate parts of a home (or building).
Types of Glass:
Glass Blocks
Frosted Glass
Colored glass
Decorative Uses of Glass:
Glass Panelling
Clear or Painted Glass Balustrades
Painted Glass Splash-backs
Glass floors and Stairs
Glass Balconies
Opaque Glass Kitchen Cabinets
Glass Doors and Partitions
Glass Shower Cubicles
Stained Glass or Glass Mosaic
Types of Glass
Glass Blocks
Glass blocks (or glass bricks) can provide light and serve as a decorative addition to a structure, they give an aesthetic look when light is passed through them. However, due to their hollow center, glass blocks do not have them as high load-bearing capacity as masonry bricks, unless otherwise stated. They are manufactured as two separate halves and, whilst the glass is still molten, the two pieces are pressed together and annealed. The appearance of glass blocks can also vary in color, size, texture, and form. They are ideal in providing visual obscurity while admitting light and are very often used in the construction of walls and skylights, and for other decorative purposes.
Frosted Glass
Frosted glass is often used to obscure the onlooker's view of what’s behind the glass. For this reason, it is ideal to use this type of glass for bathroom windows, preventing passers-by from seeing into the bathroom when you are undressed. A pane of glass can be either a solid frosted panel or have a unique frosted design on it, often used by companies to display company logos or simply add privacy to glass offices.
Coloured Glass
Colored glass is regular soda-lime glass with the addition of metals and oxides, at the time of manufacturing, to change the color of the glass and enhance its aesthetic appeal. This process does not change the integrity of the original soda-lime glass. Colored glass can be used in a number of ways, some of which are listed below.
Decorative Uses of Glass:
Glass paneling
Glass panels are an effective way to protect your walls and to add a contemporary and striking decorative effect to your home.
Clear or Painted Glass Balustrades
Whether you choose clear or painted glass for your balustrades the effects can be amazing. The clear glass gives you a more stylish and minimalist feel, but those looking for a dramatic design statement should consider installing color block painted glass.
Painted Glass Splash-Backs
Painted glass splashbacks have become increasingly popular in kitchens. This is due to them being tough and durable, more hygienic and extremely stylish. They are available in an unlimited range of colors, and commercial glass suppliers can even color match your glass splashbacks to fit your needs.
Glass Floors and Stairs
For a dramatic and striking look consider a glass floor or staircase in your home. Glass floors are great, they are hard-wearing, easy to clean, beautiful to look at and allow lots of natural light to flow through a home. But remember, don’t install a clear glass floor above your head - where you can see people walking, for obvious reasons! Instead, install a frosted glass floor, it avoids any embarrassment while doing nothing to diminish the other benefits. The added benefit of frosting (or sandblasting) is that it creates a rougher surface giving you more grip than clear glass, therefore, less chance of slips and falls.
Stairs are always a focal point in any home so constructing them from glass is always going to have that “WOW” factor. If you don’t feel brave enough to go for glass treads on your stairs then maybe consider adding glass railings or balustrades to your staircase, that way you still get the look.
Glass Balconies
Glass balcony railings will make your balcony seem much larger and more open than other types of materials often used. It also gives better views when you are seated.
Opaque Glass Kitchen Cabinets
Using the opaque glass on the front of kitchen cabinets is ideal, it’s easy to clean and you can't really see all the things stored inside. It also gives the kitchen a light, airy and sophisticated look.
Glass Doors and Partitions
Using bi-folding doors, traditional glass doors or blasted glass doors are all great ways of dividing rooms internally, and in creating extra natural light to flood a room.
Opaque glass partitions are a slim-line solution to easily dividing up a room, they also allow the unobstructed passage of natural light to space. It’s a great way of saving space, no need for thicker stud walls!
Glass Shower Cubicles
Glass shower cubicles always give any bathroom a beautiful modern and elegant look. You can use any type of glass finish you like; clear, frosted, sandblasted stripes, etc. but the result will always look amazing! As a tip, coat the inner side of the glass with a clear film to save from watermarks, the water will simply slide off the glass, which means less cleaning for you!
Stained Glass or Glass Mosaic
This crafted glass can still be a great add-on to any type of traditional or modern interior. It can truly enhance the appearance of a place. Stained glass crafting requires several tools and materials and a special set of skills.
Thank you for reading this blog, I hope you enjoyed it.
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