About Your Glass + Caring for Your Item

STAINED GLASS

All glass is hand cut, foiled or leaded, soldered and finished by me. Majority of stained glass out in the world is made with materials that contain lead. This is the traditional way and most common way of doing stained glass. The use of lead in stained glass causes very minimal risk and is not harmful to handle. It is only harmful if ingested or inhaled but it's always a good idea to wash your hands after handling as a precaution. Most of my copper-foiled pieces are made with 60/40 solder (60% tin, 40% lead) with the exception of pieces that are often handled like catch-alls which are made with lead-free solder (99.3% tin, .7% copper). Leaded pieces are made with all lead came and sometimes zinc. Pieces that contain lead are noted in product description.

Glass is fragile and all pieces should be handled with care. Planters are recommended for indoor use only. These are not vases and should not hold water.

The metals and finishes used in stained glass tend to naturally oxidize over time. When your stained glass object is finished, it's waxed to slow down this process but this is a natural occurrence that will happen to stained glass.

To clean your glass, use a soft cloth and wipe gently. If you must use a cleaner, make sure to use a non-ammonia household glass cleanser and a soft cloth and wipe gently. Do not clean stained glass with an abrasive material as it will remove or scratch the patina on the metal. Never use vinegar, ammonia (e.g., windex) or any acid-based cleanser, as these can destroy the came or solder that is holding the piece together.

Hanging your piece: I DO NOT recommend hanging your piece with those suction cups. These are not reliable and fail often. I recommend hanging your pieces by using a nail at the top of your window sill or a cup hook so it can properly hold the weight of your piece.

FUSED GLASS

Handwash only. Not dishwasher or Microwave safe.