Truth About Sandblasted Glass

Monday, 15 November 2010 14:42 Written by  Randy De Bin Read 1180 times
Published in 3M Product News


Sandblasted glass leaving fingerprints
A Popular Choice

In commercial and public spaces, the use of glass has increased dramatically over the last decade. Using Glass walls and partitions in offices, conference rooms and common areas has created a more friendly space in which to work. However, the increase in glass usage has often resulted in lack of privacy. Fortunately, glass has proven to be an excellent medium for graphic expression.

Concerns With Sandblasted Glass

There are many graphic mediums that can be considered but the most common has been sandblast finish. While sandblasting can create a desired effect on glass, there are a number of downsides to using this medium. Sandblasting is not only expensive but sandblasted glass is difficult to maintain since fingerprints and other stains cannot easily be removed.

The Alternative

A preferred medium to sandblasted glass is graphic film. Films have the look and feel of sandblasted glass and can be custom cut to almost any pattern and applied on-site at less cost. The best feature is the ease with wich fingerprints, smudges and stains can easily be removed by ordinary glass cleaners. Also with film, an old design or logo can be easily removed and replaced with a new one.

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