GCI: Glass Solutions: Spandrel Glass

Spandrel Glass

Spandrel Glass

GCI manufacturers ceramic spandrel glass for use in non-vision glass areas of curtain wall and window construction, to mask the unsightly building construction material that may be contained within a window opening area(s) so that it cannot be seen from the exterior of the building. Some typical examples of this would be areas above ceilings and floor lines in curtainwall construction as well as columns, interior walls or knee walls that join or attach to the window framing.

GCI suggests that all spandrel glass never be used without a uniform opaque background. Areas to avoid would be transoms, sidelites, or any area where backup material is not available or present.

Our ceramic enamel is comprised of minute glass particles, mixed with a medium and pigment then applied to the glass surface by the roll-coating process. The enamel is then fired to create a permanent coating. It can be applied to the #2 surface of monolithic clear tinted or pyrolitic reflective glass, or the #2, 3, or 4th surface of insulated glass.

This enamel gives the architect/designer an opportunity to provide a look harmonious with the vision glass or create a unique appearance with an array of 10 standard colors. GCI also offers custom color enamel upon request.

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Spandrel Glass

GCI manufacturers ceramic spandrel glass for use in non-vision glass areas of curtain wall and window construction, to mask the unsightly building construction material that may be contained within a window opening area(s) so that it cannot be seen from the exterior of the building. Some typical examples of this would be areas above ceilings and floor lines in curtainwall construction as well as columns, interior walls or knee walls that join or attach to the window framing.

GCI suggests that all spandrel glass never be used without a uniform opaque background. Areas to avoid would be transoms, sidelites, or any area where backup material is not available or present.

Our ceramic enamel is comprised of minute glass particles, mixed with a medium and pigment then applied to the glass surface by the roll-coating process. The enamel is then fired to create a permanent coating. It can be applied to the #2 surface of monolithic clear tinted or pyrolitic reflective glass, or the #2, 3, or 4th surface of insulated glass.

This enamel gives the architect/designer an opportunity to provide a look harmonious with the vision glass or create a unique appearance with an array of 10 standard colors. GCI also offers custom color enamel upon request.

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