Glass Options

Glass & Glazing Options

Choosing the right glazing for your framed artwork is essential—not only for its presentation but for protection. Below is a clear guide to our glazing options and their benefits. If you'd like further advice, feel free to contact us or visit our gallery to view actual samples.

Standard & UV-Filtering Glass

Standard Clear Glass

• Offers clarity, transparency, and true colour transmission.

• Tends to produce reflections.

• Perfect for low-value decorative items.

UV Filtering Clear (Conservation Grade)

• Blocks up to 99% of UV light to prevent fading and deterioration.

• Ideal for maintaining colour integrity in art and photography.

Standard Non‑Reflective Glass

• Etched surface minimises glare with a soft matte finish.

• Reduces reflections—suitable for bold-detail artwork and mid-range items.

UV Filtering Non‑Reflective Glass

• Combines matte, glare-reducing surface with up to 99% UV protection.

• Great for display pieces needing both clarity and preservation.

Art Glass - AR70 (Optically Coated)

• Ultra-low glare (<1%) with excellent colour accuracy.

• High light transmission (>97%) and good UV reduction (up to 70%).

Art Glass UV - AR99 (Optically Coated + UV Filtering)

• Supremely low glare and distortion.

• Over 99% UV protection and high light transmission (97%+).

• Ideal for showcasing valuable or detailed works.

Acrylic Options for Large or Fragile Works

Clear Acrylic

• Lightweight, shatter-resistant, with good clarity.

• Best suited to large, delicate pieces of low‑value décor.

UV Filtering Clear Acrylic - UV99

• Blocks 99% of UV rays—protecting art from fading.

• Recommended for framing large, valuable items.

Abrasion + UV Resistant Acrylic

• Offers high UV protection (90%) plus scratch resistance.

• Crystal-clear with enhanced durability.

Optium Museum Acrylic® (AR99)

• Premium, anti-reflective, shatterproof acrylic with 99% UV protection.

• Coated at a molecular level for long-lasting clarity and resistance.

• Ideal for framing high-value, large works needing maximum protection.

Choosing the Best Glazing for Your Project

• Artwork type: paper, canvas, textiles, photos

• Display environment: lighting, sun exposure, humidity

• Value & fragility: antiques, limited editions, delicate materials

• Budget & appearance preferences: clarity, gloss, matte finishes

We’re Here to Help!

If you’d like help deciding which glazing option best suits your artwork, please call or drop in—we’re happy to guide you through the options. We have samples in our gallery so you can see each type in action before making your choice.

Phone: 06 357 3944
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