Kathmandu:

Glass partitions have gradually come to the forefront when it comes to separating rooms or just partial partitions to give it a completely new dimension. “When we started selling such goods in 1998, it was only a few people especially those with a high budget, who opted for such glass partitions. But now seeing such glasses being used in rooms especially in serials, the idea has really caught up. This concept is now being used by people from almost all classes. Depending on their budget, people choose from simple to really elaborate ones,” said Anju KC, Manager, Glass Guard in New Baneshwor.

More than one use

The beauty of such glass partitions is that it can be used almost in every room, be it your home, office or even a store. Says Gajendra Amatya, Proprietor, Amatya Glass Center in Kalimati, “It is specially placed in living rooms to give it a classy look. It is used in the railings of staircases which instantly gives it a unique look, as dining partitions in kitchens, main entrance and huge ones are even used in front of staircases so that sunlight comes in and brightens up the whole place.”

Besides being used as room partitions, these glasses are also being used as dining table tops, doors, shelves, doors of showcases and many others.

Practical and aritistic

These partitions do not only act as separators but once put up certainly become the centre of attraction as well, something that can be used for both practical and artistic purposes. Gone are the days, when glass was plain and simple, just a functional piece. It has been revamped and are now ornamented with designs, colours and even etchings. The other benefit one has of choose a glass partition that is translucent if you want your privacy.

Attractive and

affordable

“The ones with simple borders are very popular as they are attractive and affordable too,” said KC. “Some people come to us with their own designs, which are mostly religious ones or abstract ones. And for those who don’t have

an idea, we have catalogues from which people

choose the designs they want,” said KC.

“We are the authorised dealers for Modiguard, so the glass comes from India, while the designs are made here itself. For some intricate ones like ones with deep etchings, they are even sent to India,” she added.

“It takes around 3-15 days for one piece to be completed depending on the design and size the customer has ordered,” said Amatya. “The glasses used usually range from 2-19 mm for such purposes,” he added.

According to KC, the preferred size is usually between 6-12 mm as the more the breadth, the stronger and safer it is.

“We bring the glass usually from India and China and the paint used is also brought from India,” said Amatya.

And one does not need to worry about the paint getting washed off. “When we paint such glasses, it lies inside and is covered with another layer of glass so the colours stay intact,”

he assures.

And if you want to keep it sparkling clean, the best way to clean them is to use Colin or simply wipe it with a wet cloth.

The choice is yours:

• Sand plasting etching: Rs 60-120 per sq ft

• Acid texture glass: Rs 450 per sq ft onwards

• Acid texture coloured glass: Rs 800-1,200 per sq ft

• Beveled glass: Rs 1,200-2,000 per sq ft

• Others that are available include toughened glass, insulating glass, sunproof glass, etc

(At Amatya Glass Center)

• Plain glass with simple borders: Rs 120 per sq ft onwards

• Plain glass with elaborate designs: Rs 600 per sq ft onwards

• Coloured glass: Rs 1,700 per sq ft onwards

• Moonstone glass (readymade pieces): Rs 550 per sq ft onwards

• Stained textured glass: Rs 2,000 per sq ft onwards

• Acid textured glass: Rs 1,700 per sq ft onwards

• Shouldering glass: Rs 3,500 per sq ft onwards

• Same designed glass: Rs 350 per sq ft onwards

• You can also choose from their sound proof, sun proof and even bullet proof range

(At Glass Guard)

Prices given are an average range and may slightly vary