The Ripple surface runs in soft parallel waves across the clear base, and those ridges catch the Aqua coating in bright lines while the troughs hold it cooler and deeper. The rolling texture keeps the coating from sitting flat, so the surface stays active as you move past it.
The dichroic coating shows a watery aqua that leans toward blue or green as the light and your viewing angle change. Front lit it shows its full color, and held against a window the clear base lets light pass while the coating shifts to its transmitted tone.
Because the ripple and the kiln both affect the final look, test a small piece first.
Important Information About Buying Full CBS Dichroic Sheets
Full sheet options may ship directly from CBS Dichroic. Shipping, handling, boxing, packaging fees, lead time, and sale price eligibility can vary. Our staff will contact you with lead times and shipping estimates.
Specifications
- SKU: 172804
- Brand: CBS Dichroic
- Product type: CBS Dichroic solid color glass
- COE: COE96
- Base glass: Clear
- Coating/color: Aqua
- Texture: Ripple
- Available sizes: 2"x4", 4"x4", Quarter Sheet, Full Sheet
- Category: COE96 > COE96 Dichroic Glass > COE96 CBS Dichroic Solid Color Glass
Working Notes
Firing Guidelines and Helpful Tips
Dichroic results vary by kiln, firing schedule, base glass, capping, layering, and coating orientation. These are guidelines, not guarantees. Follow the glass and coating manufacturer's guidance, and test a small piece first when the final look matters.
- Coating side orientation and clear capping can each change the final look, so test first when the result matters.
- Appearance may vary after firing, and the metallic color shift can read differently by viewing angle and lighting.
- Cut and handle the coated surface with care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CBS Dichroic glass?
Dichroic glass is known for showing different colors depending on light and viewing angle. Ancient examples include the Roman Lycurgus Cup, whose color shift came from tiny gold and silver particles within the glass. Modern art dichroic glass uses a different thin-film coating approach: very thin metal or metal-oxide layers on the glass surface reflect some wavelengths of light while allowing others to pass through. CBS Dichroic glass applies this coating over a base glass, and the coating is on one side only.
What COE is this glass?
This is COE96.
What base glass is it on?
It is on a Clear base.
What sizes are available?
Available sizes: 2"x4", 4"x4", Quarter Sheet, Full Sheet.
Should I test before firing?
Yes. Dichroic results vary by kiln and setup, so test a small piece first when the final look matters.
Can I cap dichroic glass with clear glass?
Many artists cap dichroic glass with clear, and capping can change the final look. Test first to confirm the result you want.
