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Light, Curves, and Fresh
Livinglass now offers non-laminated etched and patterned glass in addition to our original, beautiful natural materials captured between sheets of real, luminous glass: All Livinglass Materials are Class A fire rated, and water, UV and chemical resistant.
  • Light – Livinglass presents the first 100% environmentally friendly laminated glass. Available with 100% recycled resin and recycled glass, Light panels are thinner, lighter and more budget -friendly. Light starts at ½" thick.
  • Curves – Expand your design options with our luxurious Curves. Any pattern that can be made in Light can be made in Curves with radii from 40" to 330". Thicknesses are typically ¼" greater than the same material in Light.
  • Fresh - Modern design sensibilities meet affordability in the first non-laminated line of Livinglass products. Choose from our selection of patterns, up to three patterns per pane of glass, or submit your own. Each pattern can be specified in a selection of luscious finishes.
Luxe, Light, and Curves


Get a Quote
Livinglass panels are custom made, so you may order panels in virtually any size and shape. (Minimum orders may apply.) To request a quote, email us at info@livinglass.com.

To request a quote please tell us:
  • Which material you have chosen – Light, Curves, or Fresh, and the product name.
  • The number and size of panels – Refer to the Collections pages for sizes available in each material.
  • The desired thickness – Please note that not all materials can be made in all thicknesses. See the Collections pages for the minimum thickness available in each material. All dimensions are nominal.
  • The installation type – Some typical installations are framed, channeled at the top and bottom with vertical edges exposed, and mounted on standoffs through the glass. (See our Detailing Livinglass section below).
  • Any custom factors such as tempered or opaque glass, edge polishing, drill holes, etc. Annealed glass is standard. Tempered may be specified for extra strength.
  • Drawings such as elevation, installation detail, and design layout are strongly recommended if applicable. In cases where layout is variable (ex. Sutra materials) detailed drawings are required for specification. For curved or non rectangular panels a digital DXF drawing must be provided.
We will provide a quote promptly, answer your questions, and provide design recommendations to help you detail your Livinglass installation. When you are ready to order, a mockup may be recommended to allow you to appreciate the characteristics of your material at full scale.



Detailing Livinglass
There are several common types of installation for Livinglass:
Mist
Cloud
As Shown: Mist and Cloud

  • Framed – all edges are concealed in a frame. Typically the glass is annealed, not tempered, and doesn’t require edge polishing.
  • Channeled at the top and bottom – the vertical edges are polished to achieve a continuous appearance between multiple panels. Typically the glass is annealed. To ensure that the full impact resistance is maintained use deep channels designed for glass installation.
  • Mounted on standoffs - we will provide drill holes through the glass per your template. All edges will be polished. The glass must be tempered.
  • Channeled at bottom only – occasionally used as a railing detail. The glass must be tempered and the thickness reviewed by an engineer to ensure that all local safety codes are satisfied.
  • Notched - available only in some Light materials. Because of the risk of cracking, interior corners must have radii of at least ½".
  • Opacity - for installations where privacy is needed, specify “Mist" for slight opacity or “Cloud" for full privacy.


Find a Rep
Refer to our Contact page to find a rep in your area or email us at reps@livinglass.com.


Livinglass samples.
Order Samples
To request catalogs and 3" x 3" samples of our standard Livinglass materials email us at samples@livinglass.com. We will be happy to provide larger 9"x9" samples or samples of custom products for a sampling fee.








Technical Information


Safety
Livinglass is composed of two sheets of glass and a resilient polymer interlayer. Due to the composite action of these materials, Livinglass is an impact resistant safety glass which can be widely specified for both residential and commercial applications. Livinglass complies with all Category II and ANSI 97.1 requirements and is produced in accordance with the Safety Glass Certification Council approval for 16 CFR, 1201 Category II impact testing for production of laminated glass. Livinglass may be specified with tempered glass, and in different thicknesses to satisfy specific engineering requirements. Please note that for life safety applications (safety handrails, flooring, stairs, ceilings) an engineering review is required.


Anti-microbial

Livinglass is antimicrobial and ideally suited to healthcare and sanitary applications. It can be cleaned with heavy duty industrial cleansers or ordinary household products.




Fire Resistance
Livinglass has been tested and rated Class A / Class 1 for fire safety and smoke production. This is the highest standard of fire performance for an interior material, and makes Livinglass suitable for commercial spaces and places of assembly.
Flame Spread Comparison


Recycled Content
Environmentally friendly Livinglass Light is the only decorative laminated glass made with 100% recycled glass and resin. It can be specified with natural and renewable interlayers, and is also available in Curves Non-laminated Fresh panels are also 100% recycled.
Recycled Content Comparison

Durability
Livinglass is moisture, UV, and chemical resistant. Some Fresh finishes are not recommended for wet environments. See your rep for more details.

The Green Equation™: Recycled Content + Durability = Cost Savings + Sustainability™


Quality
The beauty of Livinglass begins with our unique manufacturing process. First, our interlayer materials are extensively prepared to help protect them against deterioration.

Then we laminate them using our proprietary resins and lamination techniques, preserving the 3 dimensional form, color and texture of even the most delicate natural materials and sculptured fabrics.

Our clear interlayer provides UV protection while still maintaining the transparency and luminosity of the glass. Unlike most resin and acrylic panels, Livinglass panels are resistant to chemicals, UV light and water.

The unique composite action of the materials creates a structurally stable, strong and durable panel that will not sag or deform over time.

Kimono Red
As shown: Kimono Red


Quality
The beauty of Livinglass begins with our unique manufacturing process. First, our interlayer materials are extensively prepared to help protect them against deterioration.

Then we laminate them using our proprietary resins and lamination techniques, preserving the 3 dimensional form, color and texture of even the most delicate natural materials and sculptured fabrics.

Our clear interlayer provides UV protection while still maintaining the transparency and luminosity of the glass. Unlike most resin and acrylic panels, Livinglass panels are resistant to chemicals, UV light and water.

The unique composite action of the materials creates a structurally stable, strong and durable panel that will not sag or deform over time.

Because they can be cleaned with ordinary household cleaners or with powerful disinfectants, Livinglass is suitable for use in sterile, and high traffic applications.



Price
Livinglass panels are custom made to order. Pricing depends on the material you choose, the quantity of your order, and any custom details you specify. We will be glad to help you find the material that satisfies your budget and your creativity!




Applications
Interior partitions
Exterior walls
Hanging ceilings
Doors
Furniture
Shower
Flooring
Stairs





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Safety railings
Water features
Lighting
Countertops
Sterile Surfaces
Backsplashes
Cabinet doors
Signage



Kimono Red Tabletop
Custom River Rocks
As shown: Kimono Red,
Custom River Rocks