1. What is Slumped Glass?

Slumping is a kiln firing process that uses heat and gravity to transform sheets of glass into the shape of a patterned mold.

At Escape Glass, we use any of our five kilns to heat glass until it reaches a mouldable state.

Gravity then pulls the glass down over a mold, where it takes on the desired pattern or texture. Once cooled, the glass retains its new, permanent shape.

Because each piece is handcrafted, slight variations in pattern or texture may occur:

• Patterns on larger panelsmay vary slightly from samples.

• Textures may not alignexactly from panel to panel.

• Minorbackground variationsor markings from expansion/contraction may be visible.

Each slumped glass panel has:

• Two texturally different sides, with the smooth side usually preferred for viewing.

• Fired edges, meaning no extra edge work is needed.

Simplified, slumping allows us to shape and texture glass at high temperatures to create unique, custom designs.

2. What Types Of Glass Are Available?

• Tinted glass: Green, Blue, Grey and Bronze(subject to availability).

• Low iron glass: Absolute clear glass

• Clear float glass: Has a slight natural green tint

• Mirrors

• Colour coating:We use the Resene and Dulux ranges to apply almost any opaque or metallic colour to flat or slumped glass.

• Additional options:Engraving is also available.

3. What Are the Glass Size Specifications?

• Available thicknesses:

• 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, and 19 mmclear float glass which can be toughened.

• 6, 10 and 12mm Low iron glass which can be toughened.

• 6 and 10mm in any tinted/ coloured glass (subject to availability). Which can be toughened

• Up to 50mm thick fused glass which can’t not be toughened.

• Maximum panel sizes:

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2200 x 2250 mm

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1900 x 3100 mm

4. Textured Glass Features:

• Creates obscurity/privacy with maximum light transmission

• Toughened to meet all safety standards

• Can be back painted to any colour

• Custom designs/ logos can be embossed into the textured glass

• Used in conjunction with high quality stainless steel fixings or powder coated fixings.

• Offers easy cleaning and maintenance.

5. Can I Add My Logo?

Absolutely! We offer a range of techniques to incorporate your logo or branding directly into the glass. Talk to us to explore the best option for your project.

6. What Patterns Are Available?

You can view our full pattern range at the bottom of the page.

7. Can You Make the Glass Any Shape?

Yes, we offer a variety of custom shaping options, including:

• Radiused corners

• Curves and special cut-outs

Guidelines:

• Hole diameter must beno less than the glass thickness.

• Total hole area must not exceed10% of panel area.

• Aglazing border(any size) may be added for easier installation.

• Tolerance: - 3 mmon all finished glass sizes.

• Templatesmust be provided for non-standard shapes.

• Slumped glass can also be double glazed

Each job is assessed individually to ensure the best result.

8. What is Toughened Glass?

Toughened glass is 4–5 times stronger than standard annealed glass and breaks into small, relatively harmless fragments if shattered.

• MeetsNZ & Australian safety standard ANSIZ97 UA.

• Toughened glass cannot be manipulated after the toughening process — no cutting, drilling or edge work after.

• Weathering does not affect it, though it remains susceptible to scratching.

9. How Long Does It Take?

The lead time depends on project size and complexity.

Estimated lead times:

• Custom made platters: up to 10 working days + shipping and installation time

• Engraving (on premade platters): up to 3 working days + shipping and installation time

• Plaques: up to 25 working days + shipping and installation time

• Flat glass splashbacks:up to 4 weeks+ shipping and installation time

• Slumped glass splashbacks:up to 6 weeks+ shipping and installation time

• Headstones:approximately 12 weeks+ shipping and installation time

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If your project is time-sensitive, please let us know as early as possible. We’ll do our best to accommodate urgent orders and meet your deadline.

10. Do You Supply Hardware?

Yes! We supply a full range of installation hardware and can advise on the best fittings for your project.

11. Is the Slumped Glass See-through?

Our glass is clear prior to slumping however, once slumped, it allows light to pass through while obscuring clear visibility, making it difficult to see details or shapes through it unless someone/ something is very close to the surface.

For this reason, it is commonly used in front doors and is also suitable for bathroom applications where privacy is required.

12. Product Care

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Window cleaner is best for cleaning splash backs

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DO NOT put platters in the dishwasher or full submerge under water

13. What If I Don’t Live in Southland, New Zealand?

No problem — we have agents throughout New Zealand who can:

• Measure on-site

• Install your glass

• Provide quotes & samples

Need More Help?

If you have further questions or need advice, our team is here to help. Contact us today

to discuss your project.