[divider_flat] Frits & bits about the quality and type of glass I use…[hr]

Borosilicate glass is specifically designed to withstand thermal shock.
Created with a minimum of 5% boric oxide, borosilicate is highly resistant to chemical corrosion and extreme temperatures.
It can be found in a large variety of applications where “hard” glass is required and has become a favorite in the glass art industry.[hr]
Borosilicate is favored for its thermal shock resistance making it microwave, freezer & dishwasher safe and able to move from one to the next seamlessly.
**ALL Happy Hollow Glass is borosilicate unless clearly noted otherwise.
Not only is it properly annealed in a digitally programmable kiln for PEAK performance, it is also:

Triple Mushroom Implosion by Lotte` 2012 – SOLD
Sterilizable
Hypo-allergenic
Non toxic
Reusable
Vegan Friendly
Absolutely beautifully stunning
and….
I ensure than my finished pieces have comfortable –
flame kissed & polished edges![hr]
Now – normally I wouldn’t tell my customers that something is going to be more expensive…. UNLESS of course it will them… (YOU, my customer) an advantage while weeding out the “cheap” stuff!
It is important to keep in mind that this glass will generally be more expensive than regular “soft” or soda lime glass because it requires higher heat and more labor to produce.
**Let’s be honest though…. my prices are still unbeatable!!! 😉