ANTI-REFLECTIVE GLASS UPGRADE
Standard Glass
We use Tru Vue brand Premium Clear framing glass as our standard glass.
Anti-Reflective Glass Upgrade
For customers wishing to reduce the reflective properties of standard framing glass, we offer Tru Vue brand AR (anti-reflective) glass for an additional fee. We highly recommend it for situations where the prints will be hanging in brightly-lit rooms or rooms with large windows. Prints framed with this glass look like they have no glass at all. Many people instinctively reach out to touch it just to make sure there is a piece of glass over the print. This is not old-style low-glare glass which was produced by etching the glass surface to scatter the light. This old technique produced glass with a very foggy look. Tru Vue AR glass is produced in a process called magnetron sputtering where metal oxides are applied to the glass surface to substantially reduce the reflective properties associated with standard glass. While not 100% reflection free, 96% of the light falling on AR glass is transmitted through to the print with less than 1% reflected back (our standard Premium Clear glass transmits 90% of the light while reflecting 8%). The high level of light transmission of AR glass provides an unmatched level of clarity and a nearly invisible, distortion-free piece of glass, allowing the vibrant colors of your print to shine through. This glass also blocks 78% of the ultraviolet light. There is no better product on the market to reduce reflection.
Print Paper
Traditional glossy photo paper has a very reflective finish and will create its own reflections when glazed with anti-reflective glass. In order to prevent this, we use Fuji Crystal Archive Matte paper on all orders requesting anti-reflective glass. This paper works together with anti-reflective glass to provide the ultimate viewing experience.
Available Sizes
We use Tru Vue brand Premium Clear framing glass as our standard glass.
Anti-Reflective Glass Upgrade
For customers wishing to reduce the reflective properties of standard framing glass, we offer Tru Vue brand AR (anti-reflective) glass for an additional fee. We highly recommend it for situations where the prints will be hanging in brightly-lit rooms or rooms with large windows. Prints framed with this glass look like they have no glass at all. Many people instinctively reach out to touch it just to make sure there is a piece of glass over the print. This is not old-style low-glare glass which was produced by etching the glass surface to scatter the light. This old technique produced glass with a very foggy look. Tru Vue AR glass is produced in a process called magnetron sputtering where metal oxides are applied to the glass surface to substantially reduce the reflective properties associated with standard glass. While not 100% reflection free, 96% of the light falling on AR glass is transmitted through to the print with less than 1% reflected back (our standard Premium Clear glass transmits 90% of the light while reflecting 8%). The high level of light transmission of AR glass provides an unmatched level of clarity and a nearly invisible, distortion-free piece of glass, allowing the vibrant colors of your print to shine through. This glass also blocks 78% of the ultraviolet light. There is no better product on the market to reduce reflection.
Print Paper
Traditional glossy photo paper has a very reflective finish and will create its own reflections when glazed with anti-reflective glass. In order to prevent this, we use Fuji Crystal Archive Matte paper on all orders requesting anti-reflective glass. This paper works together with anti-reflective glass to provide the ultimate viewing experience.
Available Sizes
Tru Vue AR glass is available in sheets up to 40" x 60" which allows it to be used for all but our largest print sizes.
Additional Cost For Anti-Reflective Glass Upgrade
Print Size | |
11" x 14" | adds $ 65.00 |
16" x 20" | adds $105.00 |
20" x 25" | adds $125.00 |
24" x 30" | adds $125.00 |
30" x 38" | adds $230.00 |
10" x 30" | adds $105.00 |
14" x 42" | adds $235.00 |
17" x 50" | adds $245.00 |
20" x 60" | Too large for AR glass. |
23" x 70" | Too large for AR glass. |
28" x 85" | Too large for AR glass. |
Special Note: Avoid using cleaning agents which contain ammonia as this will damage the anti-reflective coating. It is best to clean AR glass with a soft cotton cloth dampened with water.
