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Glass splashbacks and Creative glass cladding

We now offer you various decorative glass solutions, from functional decorative glass to just modern art - your imagination is the limit.

Coloured glass cladding is commonly referred to as “splashbacks” with it most popular applications being in kitchens and bathrooms.

It can however be used almost anywhere you can imagine. It is suitable for splashbacks, art, screening, corridors, partitions, reception areas, floors, ceilings, island fronts, corporate logos and signage, trade show booths etc. Coloured glass cladding creates a feeling of dimension, space and light because of its depth of colour, vibrancy and versatility. It offers a low maintenance, easy to clean, tough, durable and hygienic product. Extensive testing has been carried out and the durability of the coatings which have now been in use around the world.

There are mainly two types of glass available: Standard Clear Glass – is the regular glass that you see in windows and showers. If you paint the reverse side of Clear Glass white, the finished surface will have a blue/green tint. This appearance is caused by the high level of iron in the glass. The green tint is not apparent when painted with most colours. It is however not suitable for pastel colours, for this you would use Low-Iron glass, which is perfect for matching colours, achieving white and light tones and also for bright colours.

Typically, all glass splashbacks are 6 mm. This allows the glass to be light enough to be easily handled, whilst maintaining true colour, accuracy and durability. In some applications 8 mm glass creates a stunning feature. The glass is also available in 4 and 10 mm.  However, we do not recommend using glass splashbacks thinner than 6 mm.

All of our cladding products are toughened – which means the glass has been through a process that leaves it 4 -5 times stronger than regular glass. Hence a 6 mm Splashback is as strong as a regular piece of glass around 30 mm thick. The toughening process also leaves the glass resistant to heat which means that it is suitable for use behind a cook top.

Cut-outs for plugs, taps and shelves are simple additions. A simple hole is cut (smaller that the power point, outlet or intercom) to allow the devices to sit cleanly on the surface of the glass. This is done before the glass is toughened. The Glass is applied to the destination surface using a neutral cure, mould resistant adhesive. This adhesive is fast drying and extremely strong. The installation usually takes between 30 minutes & 2 hours and is a clean process.

There are two additional products; patterned and frosted glass, which can also be back-painted creating stunning effects.

CREATIVE OPTIONS AVAILABLE

Colour coated glass:

This is currently the most popular product. Until now its accessibility and versatility has been very limited. Through innovative technology and technique architects, designers and renovators have access to a huge range of coloured glass products where the possibilities are unlimited.  In simple terms it is toughened glass which is back painted, but in fact it is a specialized colour coating which bonds with the glass. The is paint backed by a 10 year manufacturer’s warranty against fading and peeling. Colour selection is available from the Dulux or Plascon Colour charts.

Laminated Glass:

The standard option is Single sided applications where any design or picture can be printed on vinyl and applied to toughened glass. Alternatively, wall paper and fabrics in various textures, patterns and finishes can create a totally unique look.

In Double sided applications 2 pieces of glass are adhered together using the latest lamination technology, encapsulating the various insert materials between safety glass which ensures that the image is visible from 2 sides. As this is one of the most expensive manufacturing processes, it is mostly suitable for commercial applications.

Printing on Glass

Traditionally, glass printing is performed using screen-printing, but now  imagery, full colour photos, patterns and artwork can be printed digitally, directly onto the glass where after the glass is toughened thus affixing the ink pigments (specially formulated ceramic ink) into the printed glass surface. We can provide imagery or you can supply us with you own digital files. You can now combine an infinite range of colours with the natural beauty of glass.

What to do if, like us, you have fallen in love with this product:

Option 1:

We normally suggest that clients send us a basic drawing with approximate sizes required and  the number of cut-outs for plugs and taps.

We will  then do a provisional quote based on these sizes. If client accepts, he pays a 50% deposit and we will take final measurements on site.

This is the most popular option as clients then get a very good idea of the costs involved and whether it suits their budget.

Option 2:

If you do not have measurements and want us to do the measurement, a call out fee is applicable, which is payable up front.

If you accept our quote, this amount is deducted from the final invoice.

The rates are herewith.

1.       PTA / Midrand / Sandton ;R 350-00 (Within a radius of 50 km)

2.       Johannesburg South: R 500-00 (Between 50-100 km)*

3.       Over 100 km - R 750

As this is the finishing product, measuring can only be done after the kitchen / bathroom is completely installed. Also all counters need to be fitted before measuring and the extractor and plugs needs to have been fitted and removed, so that all the relevant holes are exposed for measuring.

A minimum of 6 – 8 weeks lead time is required for the manufacturing process.

Through insight driven design we create homes to inspire and our clients. We are committed to transforming homes which both engage the senses experienced project management skills to ensure timeous quality installation and roll out.

Glass splashbacks has become a very popular architectural product all over the word since technological innovations in the late 90’s. It can assume any appearance, fulfil numerous functions and is capable of great strength and versatility. The trend towards the increased usage of glass splashbacks for both exterior and interior applications is global, as architects and designers worldwide continue to push the envelope by using glass in non-traditional ways.

Before

After

Before and after the installation of a green glass splashback in Yusuf and Nadia’a kitchen. A perfect example of how you can breathe live and light into a tired kitchen without breaking down any walls, creating a beautiful modern design. The old tiles were removed and glass was installed flush with remaining tiles. Total installation consisted of three toughened glass panels.

The glass does not have to cover the whole area, glass splashbacks can be combined with natural stone mosaics or other glass mosaics.

Although there are so many colours to choose from, sometimes selecting the same colour as the wall colour can have a pleasing effect.

The ideal place to install a glass splashback, right behind the stove.  The glass splashback is installed behind the extractor fan or it can end just under it. Holes are cut-out for plugs and installed over the glass.

In this modern kitchen the glass splashback is installed behind the extractor fan up to the top cupboard creating a beautiful feature that is easy to clean and maintain.

Holes are cut in the glass splashback to accommodate plugs and other fittings.  Plugs are then re-installed over the plug by a qualified electrician.

Images can be back painted on a splashback. Roll mouse over the image to see the difference.