The Rainbow 1 coating lays a full spectrum across this rippled black base, and the wave texture spreads those colors into flowing bands. As the spectrum runs over the ridges and troughs it stretches and compresses, so the rainbow does not march in even stripes but pools and streaks along the waves.
Because the coating is dichroic, the whole spectrum slides as you move. Colors that lead at one angle give way to the next in sequence, and the ripple multiplies that effect into many shifting lines at once. The black base keeps every band of the spectrum saturated.
Test a small piece first, as kiln results vary.
Specifications
- SKU: 173082
- Brand: CBS Dichroic
- Product type: CBS Dichroic solid color glass
- COE: COE96
- Base glass: Black
- Coating/color: Rainbow 1
- Texture: Ripple
- Available sizes: 2"x4", 4"x4", Quarter 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 Black 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.
