angel silvering test

We test the mini-silvering kit from Angel gilding and find the result much better than spray paint - but the process is tricky and attention to detail is important. We recommend the product for small and special-shaped or engraved mirror but not for large panes of glass. See https://www.artistry-in-glass.com/should-i-re-silver-my-antique-mirror-pros-cons/

Artistry in Glass - What we do (everything artistic in glass)!

Artistry in Glass has provided a complete range of art glass services in Tucson since 1986, from crystal engraving for awards, to stained & etched glass windows, cabinet glass inserts, glass tabletops, glass display cases, beveled mirrors, crystal and china repair, and much much more. See https://www.artistry-in-glass.com/ for details and subscribe to this channel for more art glass videos.

Silver Spray Paint Tests

Artistry in Glass tests 8 silver spray paints for mirror quality and finds that the best is "Mirror Effect" from Rust-Oleum. Follow the tips in this video to see if your mirror is worth resilvering. For more details about mirror repair, follow this link:https://www.artistry-in-glass.com/should-i-re-silver-my-antique-mirror-pros-cons/

How to remove the wood from your cabinet door and transform your kitchen...

11 Ways we saved money by going green

https://youtu.be/jfQgOSK4U9A

We believe that every individual and every company can play a part in fighting climate change by reducing emissions. 

To that end, we have upgraded our building, our product line, and our production methods to reduce energy consumption and Co2 emissions. Specifically, we have installed an energy-efficient SEER 23 mini-split HVAC system and double-paned insulated glass windows and foam-core steel doors. We furred out and insulated the exterior walls and ceiling spaces, and we installed a 6-kilowatt solar panel system on the roof that drives the AC in the torrid Tucson summer. We changed from incandescent & fluorescent to LED interior lighting, and we reuse sheet glass whenever possible for shelving and tabletops. We have developed a unique line of green glass awards manufactured by hand from recycled plate glass. All our packing and shipping materials are now eco-friendly - with no harmful plastic bubble wrap and peanuts. Finally, our core business of restoration of glass and porcelain and antiques preserves valuable objects rather than sending them to the dump - re-using items rather than purchasing new ones is the ultimate ideal of conservation the hallmark of the true conservative. 

Contact Artistry-in-glass.com for more information.

Artistry in Glass goes Green

We believe that every individual and every company can play a part in fighting climate change by reducing emissions. 

To that end, we have upgraded our building, our product line, and our production methods to reduce energy consumption and Co2 emissions. Specifically, we have installed an energy-efficient SEER 23 mini-split HVAC system and triple-paned insulated glass windows. We furred out and insulated the exterior walls and ceiling spaces, and we installed a 6-kilowatt solar panel system on the roof that drives the AC in the torrid Tucson summer. We changed from incandescent & fluorescent to LED interior lighting, and we reuse sheet glass whenever possible for shelving and tabletops. We have developed a unique line of green glass awards manufactured by hand from recycled plate glass. All our packing and shipping materials are now eco-friendly - with no harmful plastic bubble wrap and peanuts. Finally, our core business of restoration of glass and porcelain and antiques preserves valuable objects rather than sending them to the dump - re-using items rather than purchasing new ones is the ultimate ideal of conservation the hallmark of the true conservative. 

Contact Artistry-in-glass.com for more information.

Tiffany-style lampshade repairs by Artistry in Glass

Artistry in Glass has been restoring Tiffany-style, stained-glass lampshades since 1986.  Tucson customers - bring your damaged lampshades to our Fort Lowell workshop for a free repair estimate.  All repairs are done on the premises and guaranteed.

Hang a wall mirror with mastic

Large frameless mirrors are a feature of home gyms, dance studios, and residential bathrooms and this video will show you all you need to know about their purchase and safe installation - following 4 simple steps: 

1) measure the wall and order the mirrors.  2) Prepare the wall for the application of mastic.  3) Install the mechanical fastenings j-channel and clips. 4) Apply the mastic and attach the mirror to the wall.