Blue glass / Green glass

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I have a customer who brought in a canvas which they bought while on a cruise ship. The artist who sold them the canvas mentioned to them that to see the bright colors clearer - they should install either blue glass or green glass. They couldn't remember which one he mentioned. I normally don't use glass on canvases, but I never heard of blue or green glass. Does anyone know what they are referring to?
 
I have no idea, DS ...never heard such a thing.

I did google "blue glass" and "green glass" and discovered that Target sells it ...however it appears to come in bottle and vase form only in various sizes and shapes ...:(

Maybe the artist was referring to the wine glasses you need to empty to better understand (make clear) his art ...? ;)

I haven't the foggiest ...

If you want to pursue it farther you could call Tru-Vue and see if those are tems they understand in the trade to mean something special.

Toll Free: 800-621-8339

Good luck!

Dave Makielski
 
Is it possible they were talking about museum and conservation? If you look at them from the side museum has a blue tint to it and conservation has a green tint. Ok maybe if you squint but it's there.
 
Good thought ...and DenGlas UV had a greenish reflection when viewed from the side.

No wonder you are Wise!

:p

Dave Makielski
 
"conservation has a green tint"

so does that plain-jane window-pane stuff you get at HD
 
That or the highly skilled sales person meant to say Ultraviolet glass, but couldn't remember the colour so just picked one that sounded close enough...
 
We're all guessing here, but I'd bet optically coated, anti-reflection glass was recommended - the one with a blue reflection. That would be the Museum Glass.

Glass that is not optically coated usually has a green tinted edge.

Whatever the customer was told, you are the authority. Say with confidence: "I'm sure optically coated anti-reflection glass was recommended, and yes, we have it for you. Museum Glass provides the best visual quality and the best protection from light damage."

And for a canvas, be sure to provide plenty of air space under the glazing, and a solid backing board.
 
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