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Beautify Your Home with Acid Etched Glass

By: Phineas Gray
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April 10, 2012

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Acid etched glass is used widely by interior designers and architects and comes in a variety of styles and colors. The appeal lies in its translucent, almost satin appearance and its ability to obfuscate view while still allowing transmittal of light. It is used in interior decorating for the home and is an element of many furniture products.

Two stages are necessary to produce the decorative effect. First, a piece of glass is etched to a matte finish followed by the acid-etch application which brings back a glowing clear finish to certain areas of the glass. There are many advantages of using acid edged glass in decorating. It is does not mar easily or hold onto fingerprints or smudges. The finish will not peel or scratch off as a coated surface would do.

Acid etched glass adds a beautiful effect to indoor and exterior decorating projects such as shelving, doors, shower enclosures, and partitions. You will love the reduced glare along with the stunning effect of diffused lighting. The insulating effect is also highly energy efficient. The possibilities are endless with the versatility of acid etched glass. 

The product can be purchased in a variety of thicknesses and finishes. Satin clear finishes deliver a highly polished glow with a high level of light transmittal while a velour finish with a smoother surface is more opaque and allows less light to penetrate.

You can order acid etched glass in an abundance of colors, sizes, and shapes or having a custom-made piece of acid etched glass designed for your decorating needs. The material can be fabricated for mirrored use in a variety of methods including cutting by hand, notching, laminating, tempering, finger pulls, and edge work.

Beveling will create a very elegant look. It is the process of creating a sloped edge on the glass by abrasion. Beveling is often used for mirror glass such as vanities and other hanging mirrors. The process is accomplished by using a diamond grinding wheel which cuts out small portions of glass. Afterwards, felt wheels are used to polish and buffer the finish to a clear shine.

Acid edged glass can provide an air of elegance and beauty to any interior or exterior home decorating project. No matter what your project, choose the durability and quality of beautiful acid etched glass. Your home will become a showcase of style and luxury where you will be proud to entertain family and friends.


Wolf-Gordon can supply all your acid etched glass and other home designing needs. Visit in person at one of the following showroom locations: Los Angeles Showroom Pacific Design Center at 8687 Melrose Ave., Suite BM5 Los Angeles, CA 90069; Chicago Showroom Merchandise Mart at #10-161 200 World Trade Center Chicago, IL 60654; or visit. To obtain samples or for general information call 800-347-0550 or email info@wolf-gordon.com.

Acid Etched Glass

Acid Etched Glass