The yellowish color approximates the patina of the original piece. Etched drinking glasses. Etching can also be used to create images in flash glass - glass which consists of a clear and colored or different colored layers. One layer is simply etched away as shown in the panel above. This technique can be used to create colors as well when used in combination with plating.
Etching can personalize awards, ashtrays, punch bowls or almost any item made of glass.
Etching can be used for a wide variety of commercial purposes. Signs can be cut directly into door or window glass as shown in the piece for a restaurant at left. This technique can also be used to personalize office doors or decorate any type of glass panel. .