Custom Beveled Glass
Wednesday 28 March 2012
Art Glass
Entering Smaaland you are met with a wild environment consisting chiefly of dense forests, blocks of stones and waters everywhere. You are immersed in nature - life has its own rhyme and meaning there. This is certainly a place to go to if you need peace and time for reflection and healing.
Its natural resources were decisive in the choice of the region for creating a new industry in the kingdom of Sweden in 1742. These key raw materials were wood, peat, quartz, water power to which could be added ample manpower.
The Kosta glassworks was founded in 1742, initially using the services of glassblowers from Bohemia until Swedish manpower could take over. It was the only glassworks in the area for a long time. However, towards the end of the 19th century, about 50 new blowing rooms were established in the region. Over the years many glassworks had to shut down for financial reasons.
The term "Kingdom of Crystal" dates back to the 1960s as part of a campaign to market the region as a cultural hub to attract tourism.
Nowadays, one distinguishes between glassworks and studio glassworks.
Its natural resources were decisive in the choice of the region for creating a new industry in the kingdom of Sweden in 1742. These key raw materials were wood, peat, quartz, water power to which could be added ample manpower.
The term "Kingdom of Crystal" dates back to the 1960s as part of a campaign to market the region as a cultural hub to attract tourism.
Nowadays, one distinguishes between glassworks and studio glassworks.
Stained Glass Panels
Stained glass panels are a great way to redecorate your home. When thinking about stained glass windowpanes, the first thing that comes into ones mind is the old churches and cathedrals with large panes describing biblical scenes. Similar, but smaller windowpanes can be added to your home to improve its aspect. You can place stained glass windowpanes of all sizes and shapes in any room of your home or even on front or interior doors.
Time can affect the aspect of a stained glass panel, but not as much as you would think. Actually cleaning a stained panel to much can produce much more damage than the sun or the rain. If you know how to take care of your stained glass panels they can look good for centuries.
Glass windowpanes are best cleaned by natural ways. Additional washing can damage and scrape the glass. However the glass panes placed inside your home must be cleaned periodically. When cleaning the glass panels you shouldn't use water because it only damages the glass. Dusting your windowpanes with a dry brush is the best way to clean glass panels. However you must be certain that you're using a soft brush or else you risk damaging the glass.
Glass windowpanes are best cleaned by natural ways. Additional washing can damage and scrape the glass. However the glass panes placed inside your home must be cleaned periodically. When cleaning the glass panels you shouldn't use water because it only damages the glass. Dusting your windowpanes with a dry brush is the best way to clean glass panels. However you must be certain that you're using a soft brush or else you risk damaging the glass.
Window Design
UPVC stands for Unplasticised Poly Vinyl Chloride and it can be considered as the best type of frame on the market today. Most homeowners prefer UPVC windows due to the durability and cost efficiency of these windows.
There is a wide variety of stylish UPVC window designs available such as the popularly favoured sliding sash windows. A set of vertical sliding sash windows is a very recognizable window style. This type of window exudes classic beauty paired with high levels of functionality and practicality. A UPVC window requires less maintenance but they can last for a long period of time. More importantly, they are quite stylish and elegant, making any new or old home look rather classy and modern.
If you like to revamp the look of your home or you simply want to experiment with new home decors, you can make use of UPVC windows to achieve a more customized style. Your home can look friendlier and more welcoming to guests. The French window is a huge type of window which can be used as a door.French windows are very big and can therefore be used as doors. It's a very stylish UPVC window that allows enough natural sunlight to fill the inside of your home. It also makes your house appear bigger and more spacious.
French windows are best suited for homes with great views outside. You can relish the beautiful view each time you look out of the window. If you love to breathe cool, fresh air and keep the room properly ventilated, then a Balcony window would be a good choice.
There is a wide variety of stylish UPVC window designs available such as the popularly favoured sliding sash windows. A set of vertical sliding sash windows is a very recognizable window style. This type of window exudes classic beauty paired with high levels of functionality and practicality. A UPVC window requires less maintenance but they can last for a long period of time. More importantly, they are quite stylish and elegant, making any new or old home look rather classy and modern.
French windows are best suited for homes with great views outside. You can relish the beautiful view each time you look out of the window. If you love to breathe cool, fresh air and keep the room properly ventilated, then a Balcony window would be a good choice.
Glass Design Patterns
When you embark on designing a stained glass pattern, it is only right that you do a sketch of the patterns that you are going to apply while you are cutting the final pieces of glass for your creation. This same drawing will outline make the outline pieces needed to make the project. Specify the color and texture for each piece of work.
The process of cutting the single glass pieces will require you to have everything done in such a way that the pieces coincide with each other. The benefit of doing this is that after all the pieces are joined together, you will have one beautiful artwork.
You have to determine which shapes of paper you are going to cut into the smaller bits that will determine the shapes of glass pieces you are going to use. Do this by choosing a drawing of something that you like. Make one for yourself by tracing the outline of a photo that you took and printed.
The next step after you have cut all the drawings and sketches is to have the glass cut up. Cut the glass according to the shapes you came up with. Have in mind that at these are the same ones that will be joined together like a jigsaw puzzle.
The process of cutting the single glass pieces will require you to have everything done in such a way that the pieces coincide with each other. The benefit of doing this is that after all the pieces are joined together, you will have one beautiful artwork.
The next step after you have cut all the drawings and sketches is to have the glass cut up. Cut the glass according to the shapes you came up with. Have in mind that at these are the same ones that will be joined together like a jigsaw puzzle.
Glass Art
Blown glass art items are of course made from blown glass. Glass blowing is a time honored technique that started during the Phoenecian era. It spread with the start and spread of the Roman Empire. Glass is made out of a variety of materials such as silica, and quartz. The products that comprise glass are heated to around 2500 degrees Fahrenheit. The glass in short is tempered down to the point of cooling in stages. While the glass is still hot, and has an orange glow in heat, the glassblower will use a long metal tube to blow air into the glob of glass. Depending on the final outcome of the glass glob, this will determine how much air is inserted into the glob. The glassblower can shape the object manually. Or, the glob can be shaped by a mold. The glob will be poured into a mold, and then the air is blown so that the glob expands to fit the mold.
There are many different things that can be made into blown glass art. Many people buy things such as glasses, vases, bowls, and household trinkets. These can be bought online, or they can be bought at venues such as craft shows, fairs, or glassblowing design houses. Many people love and prize artisan blown glass art. The glass is clear in general, but the sand that is used for it can be manipulated to create color. There are many designs that employ transparent color. The glass can also be created to have a translucent, or an opaque appearance. Many people love to buy blown glass items that are multicolored. The colors will appear to bleed into each other. They are manipulated while they are still pliable. The artist will blend the colors in a way that creates optical illusions when the glass piece is dried. These are extremely lovely and intriguing to look at.
Stained Glass Windows
Stained glass windows are mostly found in churches and cathedrals although some have found its way to public buildings, academic institutions and even to private homes. A few, however, are found in Jewish synagogues and Moslem mosques. Stained glass windows are favoured by ecclesiastical and religious institutions probably because of the calming and hallowed effect it gives out from the controlled colourful light and reflections filtering into the inside of the building, instead of the glary, somewhat offensive effect of bright light coming through clear glass windows.
Stained glass artwork has reached that soul-lifting level of aesthetic effect through centuries-old techniques, continually enhanced and transformed with new innovations that are characteristic of both science and art. The processes involved in the "staining" or colouring of glass are complex unlike the crudely hand painted glass windows of modern shops that chip or fade after some time. Materials used in making stained glass windows have undergone various steps and age-old techniques, sometimes combined with modern technology innovations, to attain the desired effects of artists and designers commissioned by wealthy patron and large institutions to do the extraordinary and meticulous work.
Stained glass artwork has reached that soul-lifting level of aesthetic effect through centuries-old techniques, continually enhanced and transformed with new innovations that are characteristic of both science and art. The processes involved in the "staining" or colouring of glass are complex unlike the crudely hand painted glass windows of modern shops that chip or fade after some time. Materials used in making stained glass windows have undergone various steps and age-old techniques, sometimes combined with modern technology innovations, to attain the desired effects of artists and designers commissioned by wealthy patron and large institutions to do the extraordinary and meticulous work.
Cutting the glass is done by etching or scoring the "pattern" line with cutting oil-lubricated steel or carbide wheel glass cutter and breaking it with breaker-grozier pliers, running pliers or traditional glass cutter with built-in grozier. Complicated shapes me be "broken" by tapping from the other side with the ball end of the glass cutter sending vibrations that break the glass at its weakest point, the scored line.
Decorative Window Glass
Want to give a room a beautiful look without changing much of it interior? Then how about using decorative window glass? Decorative window glasses are available in many styles, designs and colors.
The best thing about these glasses is that they are extremely easy to install and maintain. They can be installed in any room, including kitchen, bathrooms and lobby to create a sense of privacy as well as ambience. Hotels and restaurants also use them extensively as well as stores and shops.
However, the most extensive use of decorative window glass is in homes. They create partition between two parts of the house without making it too congested and dark. Transparent and translucent glass creates a sense of space, provides ample light, while creating partition. Hence, these are great for kitchens and bathroom.
However, decorative window glasses are not just for cosmetic purposes. Frosted and tinted glass can also keep you healthy. Most people think that while indoors, they don't have to worry about their skin. But experts tell us that the sunlight coming from our windows and glass doors is enough to harm us. These days, special glass is available that can stop harmful UV rays from entering your home. This can not only keep you and your family's skin young, but also reduce the risk of various skin diseases, including skin cancer.
In addition, this type of glass also helps to keep your home cool and clean. It stops the sunlight from entering your home and hence reduces the affect of outer heat. You can save a lot of money on air conditioning during those scorching summer months and also help the environment by reducing your energy consumption. They keep your house clean by ensuring that you get a good view of the outer world, while stopping bugs and dirt from entering your home.
The best thing about these glasses is that they are extremely easy to install and maintain. They can be installed in any room, including kitchen, bathrooms and lobby to create a sense of privacy as well as ambience. Hotels and restaurants also use them extensively as well as stores and shops.
However, the most extensive use of decorative window glass is in homes. They create partition between two parts of the house without making it too congested and dark. Transparent and translucent glass creates a sense of space, provides ample light, while creating partition. Hence, these are great for kitchens and bathroom.
In addition, this type of glass also helps to keep your home cool and clean. It stops the sunlight from entering your home and hence reduces the affect of outer heat. You can save a lot of money on air conditioning during those scorching summer months and also help the environment by reducing your energy consumption. They keep your house clean by ensuring that you get a good view of the outer world, while stopping bugs and dirt from entering your home.
Stained Glass
Stained glass windows history began around 300 AD, being introduced into newly built churches by architects of that era. The beautifully designed glass told stories from the bible and soon began to be known as the poor man's bible. During the 16th Century there was much destruction to churches due to religious upset which, led to a need for restoration of stained glass windows.
During the 18th century the use of colored windows was no longer fashionable so there was no longer a great demand for glass art. Specialists within this field started to focus on restoring glass in churches and grand homes.
Due to World War II many designs had been lost or burnt during the bombing. Most files had been recycled into fire and other things. Artists during the great restoration period had to be taught the old technique of using glass colored within a pot, painted fired and then connected with lead. Using hydrofluoric acid to treat corroded glass and then scraped the glass with a metal tool. If the artist felt that the glass could not be restored new panels would be fitted.
In the 1800's stained glass came back into fashion with the influence of Tiffany glass, bold colors used on flat areas and heavily lined. It wasn't until the 1900's that colored glass windows were being used again by architects worldwide.
During the 18th century the use of colored windows was no longer fashionable so there was no longer a great demand for glass art. Specialists within this field started to focus on restoring glass in churches and grand homes.
In the 1800's stained glass came back into fashion with the influence of Tiffany glass, bold colors used on flat areas and heavily lined. It wasn't until the 1900's that colored glass windows were being used again by architects worldwide.
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