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Glass decoration. Framing glass. Fusing - technology

Glass painting gives traditional window or interior glass a completely new look, which is why glass painting very popular today.

In the glass workshop "MASTER-GLASS" glass painting is carried out at low prices and in a short time! We can change the color of any glass, but the structure, size or shape of the glass does not matter. Also in our company you can buy colored glass, including tinted glass.

Painting glass. Technology

Glass is painted using special enamels. They guarantee uniform color distribution and paint durability. This can be done manually or mechanically. Then special painting lines are used, which are suitable for large batches of identical items. And with minimal time investment.

In the first two weeks after painting, glass should be protected from water. Subsequently, there will no longer be such a need.

Glass painting can be done using UV printing (photo printing on glass). After this, a special protective film is glued to the glass so that it becomes more durable, injury-proof, and the design is protected from dirt.

Where is colored glass used or where is glass painting required?

Painted and colored glass is used to decorate the interior and design the glass surface. Glass painting is in demand in the production of glass furniture, such as glass tables, countertops, cabinets and other interior elements. In addition, it is used in the creation of stained glass windows, glass doors, and partitions. Almost all the basic properties of glass are preserved after painting.

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Glass on doors or windows loses their appearance over time due to scratches or mechanical damage and you want to replace them. But there is no need to rush; decorating is a great option to give a second life to things that are “expensive” to your home. Often, you want to adjust the interior without making coordinate changes - and this is where the method of original glass design comes in handy. Thanks to the variety of techniques and different techniques, it is very easy to perform this process creatively and with pleasure.

Preparing glass for decoration

The size of the glass is directly related to the decoration method, technique and design. Among the wide variety of species, the most popular are:

  • decorative stickers;
  • hand painted;
  • stencil painting;
  • decorative film;
  • glass etching.

Therefore, before preparing the glass canvas for subsequent decoration, it must be prepared:

  1. choose a decoration method;
  2. study the instructions for using purchased decorative materials;
  3. create a succession plan;
  4. clean the glass.
  5. and only at the end can you boldly begin to implement it.

The first thing to do is choose stickers.

1) They are static - characterized by the absence of an adhesive layer and the ability to stick due to static electricity. They are reusable - easy to move from place to place. To apply a static sticker, simply remove the image from the protective covering and place it in the desired location, carefully smoothing it out.

2) Classic stickers are difficult to remove from the protective layer, but their gluing principle is identical to the static versions.

3) Self-adhesive film for glass decoration often imitates matting, etching or stained glass. It is easy to glue if you take into account all the recommendations indicated on the packaging.

2. Painted glass

If you want to creatively design the glass of a door or window, you can paint it manually. If you are afraid of drawing unevenly, sketches will come in handy. You can prepare them in advance or select a ready-made image. After that, using glass paint, the sketch will remain to be transferred to the glass. And even if doubts about the quality of the work prevail, you can always use a stencil purchased in specialized stores.

3. Imitation stained glass

This design idea for decorating a window or door glass must begin with the selection of the stained glass window itself. You can simplify the work if you purchase a complete set of available tools. The first stage of work consists of applying a contour simulating lead. After the frame has completely dried, you should paint over the “colored glass” with stained glass paint. If you want to create a bright effect, the paint can be layered.

4. Glass etching

In the craft store you can find not only kits, but also individual accessories for glass etching. It is better to assemble the kit yourself to take into account all the nuances of the future creation. Of course, you can develop your own design for etching, or use a stencil. If you choose the second option, after applying the etching agent, you must wait for the product to dry completely. Often this time is indicated on the packaging and must be strictly observed. After the expiration date, you must carefully rinse off the product and remove the stencil.

Your imagination will help you choose the appropriate way to decorate windows and doors. However, the following tips will help make implementation easier:

  1. In matters of beauty and style when decorating windows and doors, you should rely solely on yourself; in matters of implementation, you should rely on instructions and advice from specialists;
  2. You can experiment by combining designs, methods and techniques to achieve a unique decor;
  3. If you like to experiment and often change interior details, choose a design that can be easily removed;
  4. When taking on such work for the first time, give preference to universal designs - they are easier to handle;
  5. Use protective gear when working with chemicals;
  6. Important detail: glass etching is an irreversible process.

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Glass doors have long ceased to be associated with offices. Today they are increasingly preferred when arranging residential premises, and there are several reasons for this. Firstly, they “painlessly” fit into any environment, secondly, they provide a feeling of lightness and spaciousness, and thirdly, the varied decor of the door allows you to create a unique atmosphere in the room, be it a welcoming living room or a bright children’s room.

If an ordinary interior door made of ordinary transparent glass seems uninteresting to you from a design point of view, there is always the opportunity to use your creative abilities. Fortunately, there are many techniques for glass decoration. Today we will get acquainted with the most remarkable of them.

Sandblasting pattern on glass

Sandblasting glass is a rather complex but durable decoration technique. It is a pattern extruded onto the canvas using a stencil and special equipment. You can create the pattern for the stencil yourself or use ready-made templates. The template is applied to the door and, under pressure from the tool, is treated with a matting compound, which settles on the bottom layer of glass. As a result, the part covered with the stencil remains transparent, and the rest of the surface remains matte.

The depth of matting depends on the characteristics of the pattern. By increasing and decreasing the depth of extrusion, it is not difficult to achieve various visual effects, penumbra and tonal transitions.

Door invoicing

Glass is a very malleable material. It easily contacts other materials, thanks to which you can create a textured surface of the canvas. For example, one of the most popular texturing options is gluing wire, thin cords, macrame, plastic rings in the form of abstractions or a specific pattern.

Frosty patterns on the door leaf always look unusual. To create a frosty fairy tale, sand is usually used. It is fixed with wood glue; After hardening, the glue is removed with a brush, and thematic winter patterns are formed on the surface.

Do-it-yourself pseudo-stained glass

Decorating doors with stained glass film is a unique opportunity to add a touch of chic to the room. Production film completely imitates stained glass technology, but is less expensive in financial and resource terms. It has a self-adhesive backing and is available in rolls of various sizes. The main thing is to carefully apply the material to the glass, leaving no air when gluing.

Film pseudo-stained glass serves as an excellent basis for another design technique - the Tiffany method. It involves creating a stained glass window with your own hands from colored glass, secured together with a special tape. This is not an easy technique to perform, but with bright lighting, glass compositions will make even the darkest room sparkle.

Door leaf fusing

Fusing is another unique method of decorating glass doors. It allows you to create a three-dimensional pattern on the canvas from small glass particles processed in a special oven. When heated, glass can be shaped into any shape; as a result, gardens may bloom on the door or birds may sing.

UV printing on glass

Glass is considered an excellent surface for various types of printing. UV printing is particularly artistic. It involves applying ceramic paint to the treated canvas, which is baked under the influence of UV light to form the desired pattern. Next, a fixing varnish is applied to the drawing; it gives the surface shine.

Full-color printing does not scratch and withstands high humidity, temperature changes, and direct sunlight. One of the main notable characteristics of UV printing is the ability to print a photo of any size.

We ordered a display window for a shopping center from them. After considering all aspects of cooperation, it was decided to choose this company as a counterparty. The company fully lives up to its name, the managers told everything, their specialists also came to take measurements and then the same team installed all the partitions. Excellent workmanship. Thanks for the great job!

Nikolay Vlasov:

Nikolay Vlasov

I advise everyone to contact this company for glass products! Don't even waste your time on other companies. Nowhere will they do it as well as here. I ordered glass for a wooden kitchen table from regular tempered glass. I wanted it thicker, so I chose 8 mm and, instead of a tablecloth, I ordered UV printing of an ornament from a catalog. With the appearance of this thing in my house, it became much more convenient - I can easily put a kettle or frying pan on the table, it’s easier to wash the table, and my wife seems to have become kinder

Boris:

Boris

Once again I contacted this company with an order. This time I purchased tinted windows for the apartment. Tinting looks beautiful and has benefits. Service, attitude and efficiency, managers' qualifications are at the level.

Anna and Nikolay:

Anna and Nikolay

We express our gratitude to the Moscow Mirror Factory from the Kalinin family for their quality products. In June we bought fireproof glass for the fireplace, and now, with the onset of cold weather, we began to actively use it for the first month and are very pleased. Well, the house became very cozy and beautiful with a fireplace.

Valentin:

Valentine

I ordered frosted glass for a partition for my living room. I was left with a positive impression after receiving my order. Firstly, they did not let me down with the deadlines, as agreed, everything was done by the specified date. Secondly, the quality of the product is also decent, the glass is good and there is a guarantee on it. We worked on an individual project, this is also worth emphasizing, so your flight of imagination is unlimited by the warehouse.

Marina:

Marina

We came here specifically for heat-resistant glass. It was recommended to us and we were pleased with the result. We placed an order here, waited five days, it was delivered in excellent condition, without any defects. They installed it very quickly, I am pleased with the service and thank you very much. The prices here are reasonable and there is a large assortment of goods, everyone will find what they need, so I strongly recommend coming here.

Vadim:

Vadim

We ordered a kitchen table here. Particular attention was drawn to the fact that the furniture can be ordered according to your measurements. The prices were also very pleasing, which is quite rare for custom-made furniture. The quality of service is also excellent, the manager is a very nice, polite girl, Overall a very pleasant impression of the store. The order can be tracked, which is also very good. You always know where he is. Our order was ready in four days, as the manufacturer stated. The quality is very good. I recommend ordering here.

Irina:

Irina

I ordered a glass dining table complete with 4 forged chairs from the Moscow Mirror Factory. Glass furniture is always attractive with its lightness and elegance. I am very pleased with the quality - no chips or scratches upon delivery, the table is smooth, not crooked, the chairs are also neatly made. I took the table from tempered glass - it looked so durable and looked stylish. And the chairs matched the kitchen design perfectly. I received the entire order within five days. Now the whole family is enjoying it. I also want to order a glass flower shelf for it.

Kira:

Kira

I ordered glass with UV printing for a partition in the bathroom. I will say that this company has the most reasonable price. The result surprised me. Such a realistic image, as if you are in another reality. Good quality - 25 year warranty will definitely last. The ordering process is simple. It’s convenient that you can track its progress. I paid with a bank card. The order was placed and delivered without delay. I am pleased.

Anna:

Anna

We rented several places in different shopping centers, we have our own small jewelry store and thus decided to expand the network. We ordered several display cases with different parameters from the Moscow Mirror Factory. It’s a pleasure to work with responsible people, as promised, the display cases were ready in three days, the price is reasonable and we are planning to open a third location, we will also order a display case, but of a larger size.

Marina:

Marina

We rented several places in different shopping centers, we have our own small jewelry store and thus decided to expand the network. We ordered several display cases of different parameters from the Moscow Mirror Factory. It’s a pleasure to work with responsible people, as promised, the display cases were ready in three days, the price is reasonable and we are planning to open a third location, we will also order a display case, but of a larger size.

Alyona:

Alyona

I bought glass for a bathroom door on Nagornaya, with a beautiful matte pattern. Looks fascinating. I bought it at a discount, so the price was very good. They delivered without delay, on time, and installed on site quickly too. I liked the service and was satisfied with the purchase. I plan to order another mirror with an individual design.

Rich:

Rich

Recently, at the Moscow Mirror Factory, they placed an individual order for a decorative double-glazed window covering the entire wall. Since we could not find performers for a long time, we were very pleased with the attentive and professional employees of the company. We got the installation done quickly and efficiently, within a day. They also gave a 25-year guarantee, so the factory is responsible for the quality.

Andrey:

Andrey

I ordered a glass staircase from the Moscow Mirror Factory. The managers explained everything clearly and helped us choose the appropriate design. The staircase was ready within two weeks. It was quickly delivered and installed. Fits perfectly into the interior, looks simply amazing. The price was quite inexpensive. There is nothing to complain about, I am completely satisfied with the services of the company. I recommend it.

Anna:

Anna

I chose glass with a pattern at a Moscow factory. I ordered it for the bathroom. It turned out inexpensive, but looks unusual. When ordering, I was told the deadline was up to 5 days until complete installation. At this time we settled down. It’s easy to contact the manager, via chat or by phone. And before ordering, we found out not only the location, but also what color the interior was, how often it was used, in general, a bunch of everything.

Oksana:

Oksana

I ordered glass book shelves for my one-room apartment. I really liked the attentive manager, who clarified all the sizes several times. They immediately calculated the cost of the shelf and delivery, which is quite reasonable. A few days later it was delivered to me, assembled and provided with a 25-year warranty. The shelf turned out even better than I imagined. I had very good impressions.

Nikolay:

Nikolay

You have very high quality glass at an affordable price. I bought myself ultraviolet glass. My order arrived very quickly. The workers are dressed formally, which is very pleasing. They treated me with respect. What I liked most was the fast delivery. I advise everyone to buy glass on this site.

Alexandra:

Alexandra

I was doing renovations in the salon. I ordered bleached glass from a mirror factory. It was a pleasure to work with polite and attentive staff. The designer calculated the required dimensions, made a visualization of the interior, and the price suited me. The work was completed within 3 days, including production, delivery and installation. Everything turned out better than in the picture. I am satisfied with both the production and the professionalism of the employees. I recommend this company to everyone.

Kostya:

Kostya

At the beginning of the year I ordered smart glass from them for my bathroom. I went to their office, explained to the employee what I needed, and discussed the price (quite affordable price + small discount). They sent a surveyor. By the way, he arrived almost earlier than me; they literally bumped into each other at the door. Four days later they arrived and installed it. I think it's pretty fast. They also gave a 25 year guarantee.

Lyudmila:

Lyudmila

We bought a dining table from this store. I was attracted by the fact that the furniture can be made to your own size. And also affordable prices, which is rare for custom-made furniture. The manager is a very nice girl. Polite, tries to identify the needs of each specific customer. I was left with a very pleasant impression. The order can be tracked, which is also very important. You always know what's wrong with your product. Our order was ready within five days, as promised by the manufacturer. The quality is excellent. The whole family is happy.

Svetlana:

Svetlana

I spent a very long time choosing glass for office partitions for my office and settled on a mirror factory. I was attracted by the price and quality of the glass, the huge selection. The specialist made calculations for the corrugated glass with the pattern that I chose, very quickly, according to my parameters, over the phone. The manager is very polite, thank him for the thorough consultation))
As a result, my order was completed within the specified time frame, and I tracked it on the website, which is quite convenient! Delivery was made on time, without delays.

Seryozha:

Seryozha

I bought custom-designed tinted glass for my home from this company, and I met the price. The respectful attitude of the staff was also impressive. The deadline was stated to be up to 5 working days; when ready, they called back in 3 days, so we didn’t have to wait long. Moreover, I tracked the readiness of the order through their website using a special form and order number, which is assigned upon application. I don’t know if this is a lot or a little guarantee of 25 years on glass, I’m not an expert, but it sounds very reliable, time will tell.

Valentina:

Valentina

I ordered two useful things from the site, and now I understand that they are absolutely irreplaceable, things for the kitchen - glass for the kitchen table top (instead of all these oilcloth tablecloths) and a tempered glass apron.
Using the “online calculator” I calculated the estimated cost of the glass.
Starting from the order stage, everything is on point - all wishes are taken into account, even the smallest details, and what’s best is that everything is transparent - you can see what the cost of the final product consists of. When ordering, I only had a general idea of ​​my “I want”, i.e. I knew the approximate size and where it was needed. Everything was explained to me in detail and illustrated. As a result, the dream came true!
As for the work itself, everything was done carefully and quickly. Neither my mother nor I found anything to complain about. I'm not an expert, but I liked the quality and have no complaints.
I liked the communication with the staff both when ordering and when delivering products. The order was delivered within the specified time frame.

Tamara:

Tamara

Our attention was drawn to the range of glass products in the Mirror Factory catalogue. In December, when we were finishing the decoration of our confectionery shop in Odintsovo, the question arose about decorating the hall. An excellent team of managers, professionals in their field, immediately understood what we needed after looking at the interior photos. Illuminated glass display cases, exclusive octagonal display cases with rotating tiers are an excellent solution for displaying pastries, cakes and desserts. We are grateful for the speed of processing our order; the display cases were completed within 4 days, and there is a warranty on the products. We paid using a bank card, which is very fast and convenient, thank you for your cooperation, success and development.

Oksana:

Oksana

We needed another display case for the store, but they stopped cooperating with the previous supplier and the delivery was very poor. We chose the Moscow Mirror Factory. We liked the quality of the display case when we received it, good glass. I was pleased that the order was processed quickly and the display case was made in 3 days. It was convenient for us to pay the invoice, the company provided it to us, as well as all the necessary accompanying documents. The company is honest, reliable, it was a pleasure to work with. By the way, the prices are normal, not overpriced.

Glass is an important element in the artistic design of works. Decorating under glass protects the artwork from the negative influences of the external environment, from dust, and gives the work a neat, finished look. The following types of glass are used to design the works: museum glass, frosted non-reflective glass, baguette glass, plexiglass glass.

Museum glass

Museum glare-free glass is the most aesthetically pleasing glass, ideal for framing works of art, for protecting the most valuable images, and for photographs with a high-quality glossy finish. Museum non-reflective glass is made from “white” (colorless) glass melt, coated on both sides with several thin layers of anti-reflective coating and preserves the color gamut of the framed image without distortion and in full. The transparency of museum glass is maximum - 98%, and a special coating blocks up to 60% of ultraviolet radiation from daylight, which protects paper and paints from fading and fading. The thickness of the museum glass is 2 mm.

Frosted glare-free glass

Frosted glare-free glass is glass with a changed angle of light refraction. High-quality glare-free glass is produced by applying micro-notches to the surface and therefore discolors (“matt”) the colors of the image, and the reflected light is crushed, and the aperture of the reflection decreases. The thickness of frosted glare-free glass is 2 mm.

Baguette glass

A standard and economical option for decoration, thanks to polishing the glass becomes almost perfectly smooth and transparent. This is an inexpensive type of glass, and therefore the most popular. Thickness 2 mm. But ordinary glass has a drawback: it “glares.” First of all, it captures fingerprints, quite clearly reflects interior items, and these multiple reflections greatly distort the impression of the picture. However, properly installed light and glass care can reduce the disadvantages to nothing.

Plexiglas (acrylic) glass

Plexiglas (acrylic) glass is used where ordinary glass can break - traveling exhibitions, children's rooms, places of active use (train stations, airports, sports clubs, etc.) Thickness 1.5 mm.

Advantages of plexiglass:

Light weight, which makes it possible to use with a thin baguette;

Convenience - the ability to join several glasses in large frames;

Protective properties - protection from ultraviolet radiation (the stabilizer in plexiglass absorbs most of the UV radiation harmful to the picture, which is contained in natural and artificial light);

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