Aurora Borealis washes the Radium base in soft, flowing bands that drift and overlap like curtains of light, with no hard repeat. The Radium texture under the bands adds a fine grain that breaks the flow into small glints as you scan across the sheet.
The magenta into green coating gives those drifting bands a two tone life, leaning hot pink at one angle and cooling to green at another, with the transition happening as you tilt. Direct light pulls a metallic flash from the dichroic side, while the clear base lets the bands read through when backlit.
Test a small piece first because kiln results vary.
Specifications
- SKU: 172992
- Brand: CBS Dichroic
- Product type: CBS Dichroic patterned glass
- COE: COE96
- Base glass: Clear
- Coating/color: Magenta/ Green Aurora Borealis Pattern
- Pattern/texture: Radium
- Available sizes: 2"x4", 4"x4", Quarter Sheet
- Category: COE96 > COE96 Dichroic Glass > COE96 CBS Dichroic Patterned 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.
What is CBS Dichroic glass?
Dichroic glass has ancient roots, including the Roman Lycurgus Cup. 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 Clear base.
What sizes are available?
Available sizes: 2"x4", 4"x4", Quarter 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.
