The Bits pattern breaks the coating into small scattered fragments across the sheet, a confetti like spread of dichroic pieces over the black base. The Rainbow 2 Fusion coating lays a full spectrum across those bits, so each little fragment catches a different band of color. The black base behind the bits drives the contrast hard and makes the scattered color pieces pop.
The dichroic coating on one side cycles through the rainbow as you tilt the glass. Red, green, blue and violet light up across the field of bits at different angles, the whole surface sparkling as the spectrum rotates. Against the black base the rainbow fragments read vivid and saturated, each bit standing apart from its neighbors.
Fire a small test piece first, since spectrum bits respond differently in each kiln.
Specifications
- SKU: 15380
- Brand: CBS Dichroic
- Product type: CBS Dichroic patterned glass
- COE: COE96
- Base glass: Black
- Coating/color: Rainbow 2 Fusion Pattern
- Pattern/texture: Bits
- 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 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.
