Kiln Formed Glass
What is Kiln Formed Glass?
Kiln formed glass (also known as cast glass, fused glass or decorative art glass) provides an exciting new range of possibilities rarely seen in homes and businesses around the UK. Heated to 820ºC, float glass becomes red-hot and is melted into our hand-carved moulds. This technique allows us to create fluid textures and intricate patterns within each piece of glass. Whether opting for our bespoke or choosing from an example below, kiln formed glass exudes a distinctive beauty, subtle charm and tactile quality that you won't find elsewhere.
What can you use Kiln Formed Glass for?
This remarkably versatile medium can be used in both decorative and structural contexts as the product is suitable for interior and exterior uses. For example: the most common applications for kiln formed glass are feature walls, facades, cladding, office reception areas, reception desks, counters, office partitions, bathroom partitions, restaurant screens, lift lobbies, lift interiors, balustrades, sculptures, lighting and bespoke commissions.
Here at Fused Glass Design we offer all of the above but specialise in Splashbacks and Worktops (or Back Splashes and Countertops for our American audience), Doors, Wall Art and Balustrades.
For those that would like to make their glass especially unique, we can also provide a variety of surface finishes including sandblasting, etching, transparent or opaque and even mirror. For the back of the glass we love the metallic colours which almost transform depending on the time of day.
Made to Measure Services
We offer full service packages to make your process as stress free as possible. We'll send someone out to precisely measure your space, create proofs for you to approve and arrange a fitting date around your calendar. You don't have to lift a finger.
Our kiln formed glass is available in thicknesses ranging from 8mm to 15mm and depending on your client requirements can be toughened/tempered or laminated post kiln.
Below we have a small set of examples that can be achieved in fused glass.
If there are specific designs not in this range, we can manufacture custom glass to specific requirements, all we need is a reference image. Contact us at enquiries@fusedglass.co.uk for more information.
Applications of Kiln Formed Glass
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Splashbacks: textured glass makes for a great feature piece behind a hob or sink
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Worktops: create a focal point that guests can't help but talk about
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Wall Partitions: great for separating rooms and can match any aesthetic
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Wall Art: bespoke designs with cutouts and standoffs for your home
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Balustrades: perfect for combining safety and design
Features
• 8mm Toughened/Tempered Glass
• Maximum Panel Size: 3.21m x 2.25m
• Non-Porous Material to Resist Staining
• Impact & Heat Resistant Up To 500°C
• Cut-Outs For Sockets, Switches & Cupboards
• Easy Cleaning with Any Chemical
Kiln Formed Glass Samples
We can manufacture samples to the above selection or to your requirements.
Samples follow the same manufacturing process as the rest of our kiln-formed glass including mould carving, kiln firing, slumping, cooling, enamel coating and packaging.
Kiln-formed glass samples are charged at £99 for the first sample and £49 for any thereafter in the same production run. Should your project go ahead, we refund the cost of the first sample.
These samples are untoughened and sized at 300mm x 400mm x 8mm.
Email us at enquiries@fusedglass.co.uk to order a sample or find out more information.
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Call us on 0800 043 3034
Email us at enquiries@fusedglass.co.uk