Cyan and dark red meet on this coating, and the thin black glass behind it keeps the pairing dense. The cyan stays crisp and cool, the dark red holds its weight, and the dark base prevents either tone from going pale.
The color shift runs from cyan to a dark red as you change angle, with the two ends of the range clearly distinct rather than blending into a muddle. Light hitting the coated face straight on brings out the cyan; tilting reveals the red.
Fire a small sample first, since the final color depends on your kiln and process.
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Specifications
- SKU: 163137
- Brand: CBS Dichroic
- Product type: CBS Dichroic solid color glass
- COE: COE96
- Base glass: Thin Black
- Coating/color: Cyan/ Dark Red
- 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 has ancient roots, including the Roman Lycurgus Cup. Modern dichroic glass was advanced through NASA era vacuum deposition work, where ultra thin metal coatings were applied to transparent surfaces for optical protection. Today, dichroic glass uses thin metal oxide layers on the glass surface to create a metallic color that shifts with light and viewing angle. 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 Thin Black 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.
