- First we hand apply a thin piece of protective rubber on the glass. This is called the “Mask”
- We then use a Trotec CO2 laser driven by a computer to remove the part of the rubber mask that is your design. The laser has a “rotisserie” that turns the glass as it is being lasered. (It is pretty mesmerizing to watch)
- Next we hand sandblast to “sand carve” the design deep into the glass. .
- Finally we remove the protective mask and hand wash each glass, inspecting it for any flaws.
- If you specify the 18kt gold or silver fill to be applied to your design we hand apply it at this point and then perform the final inspection.
This is the highest quality technique for engraving glass.
WARNING: Other companies use a laser to etch directly on the glass. The way their laser does this is by heating the glass to cause it to micro-fracture. This is bad for two reasons. First, the result is not as deep and does not produce a high contrast, consistent result with crisp edges. Second, this technique leaves the glass in a “stressed” condition where they can form large cracks in 3 to 6 months!.
REST ASSURED: We only use our laser to cut your design into the rubber protective coating... then we use a 180 grit sand carver (pressure pot sandblaster) to professionally engrave your glass or stemware. There is no comparison! We will not simply “laser etch” glass as this does not produce the high quality results you deserve.
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