This is a mixed lot of 20 precut etched dichroic glass squares, each one inch on a thin black glass base. The squares arrive ready to use for jewelry, mosaic, inlays, and small accents, no cutting required. For artists who want consistent small components on hand without sizing them from a sheet, an assorted pack covers a lot of ground in one purchase.
The dichroic coating reflects one color and transmits another. On the black base, no light passes through, so each square shows primarily its reflected color against the dark ground. This is an assorted lot, designs and colors vary piece to piece, and color varies sheet to sheet, so every square is unique. An ArtGlassSupplies.com exclusive.
Specifications
- SKU: 163802
- Product type: Etched dichroic solid squares (mixed lot)
- Squares per pack: 20
- Square size: 1" x 1"
- Base glass: Black Glass
- Thickness: 2mm (Thin Glass)
- COE: COE90
- Category: COE90 Etched Dichroic
Working Notes
Firing Guidelines & Helpful Tips
Firing schedules and surface results vary by kiln, glass thickness, base glass, coating, layering, and desired finish. These are guidelines, not guarantees. Use the base glass manufacturer's guidance, and test a small piece first when appearance or compatibility is important.
- Cut on the unetched (back) side.
- Clear capping, uncapped firing, and coating side orientation can each affect the final look, coating side up tends toward a glossier finish, and coating side down tends toward a more matte finish, so test first when the result matters.
For more details visit ArtGlassSupplies.com/etched tips/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is etched 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 color that shifts with light and viewing angle. For these products, selected areas of the coating have been etched away to leave the pattern, and the etched through areas reveal the base glass beneath. The coating is on one side only.
What is in this pack?
A mixed lot of 20 precut 1" x 1" etched dichroic solid squares on Black Glass. The designs and colors vary piece to piece; specific designs cannot be requested. The squares are ready to use for jewelry, mosaic, and accents, no cutting required.
How does the dichroic color look on the black glass?
On black glass you see primarily the reflected color, bold and high contrast, because no light passes through the opaque base.
Is this made to order?
Each piece is etched to order. Because it is etched on demand, it may not ship under our standard next day shipping guarantee, allow extra handling time.
Can I get a custom pattern etched?
Yes. Custom etching is available, contact AGS to arrange your own pattern etched onto dichroic glass.
