Glass and Mirror Edges
Below are the available types of edges for your glass and mirror projects.
Flat Polish
Design Flat polish is the standard edge used when the edge will be visible (like the front of a glass shelf, for example). It has a modern, timeless look and is soft to the touch.
Cost Flat polish is more expensive than seamed and less expensive than beveled.
Options The finish of the edge can be high polish (very reflective) or matte.
Seamed
Design Seamed (also called sanded or “eased”) is typically used when the edge of the glass or mirror will be concealed behind something (such as a trim piece).
Cost Seamed is the least expensive option.
Options Seamed only has one type.
Bevel
Design Beveling is a decorative finish where the edge of the glass or mirror is angled off. This is used is a variety or applications, commonly wall mirrors, vanity mirrors, and cabinet doors. .
Cost Beveling is more expensive than flat polishing and less expensive than mitering.
Options The bevel width can be adjust between 1/2” and 1-3/4” inches. This is purely a design consideration. Wider bevels are more expensive. 1” is the standard bevel width. Anything less than a 1/2” bevel is considered a miter (see below).
Miter
Design Mitering is a decorative finish where the edge of the glass or mirror is angled off. A miter is any bevel smaller than 1/2” .
Cost Mitering is more expensive than beveling.
Options The miter width can be as narrow as 1/4” and as wide as 1/2”.
Pencil Polish
Design Pencil polishing is a decorative edge that is often used on table tops.
Cost Pencil polishing is similar in price to beveling
Options There is only one type of pencil polish.