Our Four Unique Artisan Cast Glass Tile Finishes
In our extensive Artisan Cast Glass color palette, the way a color is finished creates four unique variations for each shade we carry. Through the use of finish alone, a single hue becomes a choreography of color and texture variation around the main tone.
Let’s begin with our show-stopping iridescent finish. A flagship offering that creates a wide variety of effects from boldly dazzling to softly shimmering depending on the tile. We choose from three metallic colors to pair with each glass shade — gold for warmer hues, silver for cooler tones, and rainbow for some of our boldest, multi-color looks. Every finish is designed to enhance the natural beauty of the glass.
Did you know?
Most glass tiles on the market have an iridescent finish applied after the tile has cooled, but we take a different approach. By fusing the finish onto the glass while it’s still hot and then refiring it, we create a surface that won’t peel or chip—ensuring lasting brilliance and durability
Above: Showing some of the variety found In our Iridescent palette of Color.
Our Non-Iridescent finish is simply our gorgeous glass tile in it’s pure, natural form without any additional surface treatment. Whether opaque or translucent, our glass tile boasts “thru-body” color, meaning that color is consistent all the way through the tile — never painted on. This timeless finish offers the classic color richness and elegance of natural glass, and offers a clean, polished aesthetic.
Most often, we use our Non-Irid finish as part of a blend of some or all of our finishes. As a quieter surface, It can anchor the color while allowing bolder finishes to take center stage.
Above: Showing some of the variety found In our Non-Iridescent palette of Color.
Our Matte finish is achieved through a precise etching technique which gives glass a soft, hazy "beach glass" appearance while providing a slip-resistant surface, making it an excellent choice for pools, spas, and wet areas.
With it’s surface intentionally dulled, our Matte is a workhorse finish that can help to balance out tile with a more dramatic surface while staying in the same tonal palette.
Above: Showing some of the variety found In our Matte palette of Color.
With stunning variance from piece to piece, the Textura finish infuses iridescence with visible dimensionality to create a look that is truly unique in the tile world. In our exclusive process, we add a layer of crushed glass onto the tile’s surface before applying the iridescent finish. The tile is then re-fired to complete the dazzling tactile finish. The Textura surface also increases traction, making it a great choice for pool designs and outdoor areas where concern for performance meets impeccable style.
Above: Showing some of the variety found In our Matte palette of Color.