Glass Etching
Memorialize special events such as weddings, anniversaries, or birthdays on glassware such as picture frames, wine glasses, wine bottles, vases, or mirrors. Etch windows or doors to add beauty and privacy to your home, cottage, or business.
The Process
Engraving glass involves physically carving your design into the surface of the glass. Our standard method of engraving is sandblasting but for certain complicated designs, a laser engraver is also used.
A stencil-like mask of your design is created and placed on the glass. The glass is then sandblasted using a fine abrasive. The areas of glass under the mask are protected, while the areas of glass not covered by the mask are engraved away. When the mask is removed, your design appears as frosted white on the glass surface. The design is now a permanent part of the glass, will never wear off or fade away and is dishwasher safe.
Pricing
Glass creation prices are based primarily on the sandblasting process used.
Surface etching starts at $75/sq. foot whereas multi-layer carving starts at $150/sq. foot. Additional charges would include the glass surface, colour-fill, and image vectorization costs, if required.
