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Glass Paints
Glass paints have become an essential tool in both residential and commercial settings, offering a durable, aesthetically pleasing solution for transforming glass surfaces. From enhancing privacy to improving energy efficiency and contributing to a modern design style, glass paints are versatile and effective. Whether you're a homeowner, property manager, caretaker, or business owner, glass paints and shading products offer targeted solutions for a wide range of needs.
Further reading after the product listings covers everything from product overviews and application methods, to the practical benefits of glass paints and answers, and finally, frequently asked questions. If there is anything we haven’t covered, please contact a member of our Technical and Product Support Team. Click here for more info.
HMG Acrythane Glass Adhesion Additive
HMG Acrythane Glass Adhesion Additive is an additive to improve adhesion of selected coatings to glass. Designed to improve the adhesion of HMG Acrythane SC601 and XSC21 to glass substrates
HMG Multi Surface Topcoat
HMG Multi Surface Topcoat is a twin pack polyurethane finish coat offering superior adhesion, durability and hardness for a variety of substrates.Easy to use over Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel, Zintec, Mild Steel, Aluminium, Anodized Aluminium, Glass Fibre, Glass, Perspex, Foamex, Plastic, Kevlar, and Galvanised Steel. This product MUST be...
Coo-Var White Glass Shading
Aqueous matt white mixed polymer dispersion paint for shading glass. Applicable to glass surfaces using a brush or roller. Quick drying times of up to 1-2 hours. Non-flammable and water-thinnable.
Kolorbond K2
5,000+ Colours. Two-pack polyurethane coating designed for industrial applications. For metals, GRP, and hard plastics. Matt, Satin, Semi-Gloss and Gloss finishes. Professional use only. Please note: Colours are sold in the nearest tin size but actual paint volume per tin may vary up to 10% depending on colour. Chemically bonds...
Maston Spraypaint 2K Colours
2,200+ Colours. Two-component product for long-lasting protection. Matt, semi-gloss and gloss finishes. Excellent adhesion and chemical resistance. For metal, aluminium, wood, stone, ceramics, glass, and most plastics.
Zinsser AllCoat Interior (Solvent-Based)
Primer-finish in 2,900+ colours. For interior walls, ceilings, doors, trim, cabinets, panelling, and related paintable surfaces. Adheres to glossy surfaces without pre-sanding or deglossing. Blocks stains from water, fire, smoke, and nicotine. High pH resistance (up to 12.5) for concrete, plaster, and stucco. Professional formula that...
Cromadex 800 Two Pack Non-Isocyanate Acrylic Glass Coating
Cromadex 800 Two Pack Non-Isocyanate Acrylic Glass Coating is a two pack non-isocyanate acrylic topcoat with excellent durability and chemical resistance. The product uses unique resin technology to enable direct adhesion to glass for “backpainted” glass projects and for internal decorative effects in shop-fitting. 5,000+ colours, inc. RAL,...
Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3
Available in 3,000 colours. Usable on interior and exterior surfaces: walls, ceilings, doors, trim, fascia, soffits, foundations, railings, and more. Adheres to glossy surfaces without pre-sanding. Resists mould and mildew growth. Fast drying - recoat in 1 hour. Compatible with both oil and latex topcoats. Order a Colour Sample...
Flag Advanced Technologies Ultimate Primer
Shellac-based primer and stain blocker, ideal for interior ceilings, walls, doors, general paintable surfaces and spot priming on wood, metal, trims and PVC. For interior use on plaster, wood and previously painted surfaces Offers excellent adhesion to glossy surfaces including glass Blocks stubborn and persistent stains - Designed to...
Tor Transglaze Z Clear
A two component UV stable, lightfast, translucent elastomeric coating for the protection of plastic rooflights and glass. Cold applied two-pack, high solids, elastomeric polyurea coating Clear, gloss finish Touch dry in 3 hours @20°C Please note: This product is also available in translucent blue which is made to order upon request -...
Rust-Oleum Mathys Pegakote
Available in a wide range of colours. Satin finish. Two-component epoxy floor paint. For garages, warehouses, showrooms, corridors, indoor car parks, and workshops. Superior abrasion resistance. Pot life of 2 hours and full curing in 5-7 days.
Rust-Oleum 3302 CombiPrimer Adhesion Primer
Available in a transparent blue finish. Highly effective adhesion primer for ensuring smooth surfaces are coatable. For galvanised steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper, glass, and porcelain. High coverage of 50 m²/L. Recoatable after just 30 minutes.
Kolorbond DecoPro
5,000+ Colours. Two-pack polyurethane (PU) coating. For metals, glass-reinforced plastic (GRP), and hard plastics. In multiple gloss levels (10%, 30%, 50%, and 70%). Professional use only. Please note: Colours are sold in the nearest tin size but actual paint volume per tin may vary up to 10% depending on colour. Chemically...
Selemix 6-585 Glass Adhesion Promoter
Additive for use with Selemix 7-536/7-537 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat (70GU) for direct application to glass where the reverse side of the glass is painted. Examples are kitchen splashbacks, bathroom fittings, and advertising displays Please see the Product Data Sheet and the Product Data Sheet for the Base Product for mixing...
Bradite One Can Matt
2,500 Colours. Quick-drying primer and finish coat. For masonry, metals, plastics, wood, glass, ceramic tiles, and previously painted surfaces. Interior/exterior use. High adhesion, stain blocking, and anti-corrosive properties.
Intercoat AC Glasscoat SL301
Intercoat AC Glasscoat SL301 is a 2-pack pigmented coating which offers direct adhesion onto glass without the use of an adhesion primer. When correctly used should meet the General Use requirements of FIRA6250. For professional use only. More Information Delivery Info
Bradite One Can Eggshell
2,500+ Colours. Quick-drying, low-odour, water-thinned primer and finish coat. Excellent adhesion, stain-blocking, and anti-corrosive properties. For ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, ceramic tiles, glass, wood, and existing painted surfaces. Weather and light resistant. Please note: Colours are sold in the nearest tin size...
Rust-Oleum Mathys Noxyde Plus
9 colours including Anthracite Grey. Water-based elastomeric coating with superior adhesion and corrosion protection. For iron, steel, special alloys, galvanised and metallised iron and steel, aluminium, copper, zinc, and lead. 200% elastic coat. High dirt pick-up resistance. Salt spray resistance of 1248 hours. Professional use only....
Maston Spraypaint 2K Primer
Two-component grey epoxy anti-corrosive primer. For bare aluminium, steel, OEM finishes, old paintwork, and plastics. Resistant to chemicals and heat up to 150°C. Superior adhesion, easy application.
Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Plus
White stain blocker. For interior and exterior walls, ceilings, doors, trim, fascia, soffits, foundations, railings, and related paintable surfaces. Bonds to glossy surfaces without scuff sanding. Formulated with proprietary stain-blocking resins. Binds moderately chalky surfaces. Dries quickly, touch dry in 30 minutes, and can be...
Rust-Oleum Mathys Fillcoat
Available in black, light grey and dark grey. Instant leak stoppage; Ideal for roofs, non-walkable terraces, gutters, ridge-pieces, chimney stacks, and pipes. Excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates. Can be applied in all weather conditions.
Rust-Oleum 3202 Galvinoleum Primer
Available in translucent blue. Primer for galvanised steel, plastics, and other smooth surfaces. Recoatable after just 30 minutes, providing a high coverage of 50 m²/l. Offers excellent adhesion.
Rust-Oleum Fillcoat Fibres Repair Kit
Available in dark grey. Waterproof elastic paint with crack-bridging fibres. For roofs, non-walkable terraces, gutters, ridge-pieces, chimney stacks, and pipes. Excellent adhesion to many substrates. Can be applied in all weather conditions.
Zinsser B-I-N
Shellac-based primer-sealer and stain killer in 1,500+ colours. For interior and spot exterior applications on ceilings, walls, doors, trim, cabinets, furniture, and more. Quick Drying: Dries to the touch in 20 minutes and can be recoated in 45 minutes. Superior Adhesion: Adheres to glossy surfaces without the need for sanding. Stain...
Rust-Oleum Mathys Fillcoat Fibres
Available in dark or light grey. Instantly stops leaks and repairs cracks in roofs, terraces, gutters, ridge-pieces, chimney stacks, and pipes. For bituminous surfaces, hard PVC, polyester, zinc, aluminium, glass, and tiles. Applicable in all weather. UV resistant, hydrophobic.
Rust-Oleum Mathys Elastofill
Available in White, Grey or Brown Joint sealant designed for sealing, jointing, and filling applications. For concrete, wood, metal, glass, hard PVC, tiles, plaster, and alu-bitumen. Waterproof and highly elastic. Alkali resistant. Paintable.
Smartkote Protectakote Clear Primer Treatment
Single component primer treatment, which can be used to prepare inorganic surfaces for the subsequent adhesion of Smartkote polyurethane coatings. This product ensures excellent adhesion of reactive, solvent-borne urethanes to unreactive inorganic surfaces without changing their appearance.
Sikasil WS 605 S
Sikasil WS 605 S (pack of 20x 600cc sausages) is a durable, neutral-curing silicone sealant with a high movement capability and excellent adhesion to a wide range of substrates. It can be used for weatherproofing and sealing applications where durability under severe conditions is required. It is particularly suited as a weather seal for...
Sikaflex EBT+
Sikaflex EBT+ (box of 12x300ml cartridges) is a multi-purpose 1-part, elastic, polyurethane adhesive, sealant and filler. It bonds to all common building materials, is permanently elastic and has excellent grab and gap filling properties. Bonds to concrete, brick, mortar, wood, metals, glass, resins and most plastics. Features and Benefits...
Sika Plastix 22A Premium Grade Silicone Sealant
Sika Plastix 22A Premium Grade Silicone Sealant (Box of 12x 300ml cartridges) is a low modulus, neutral curing silicone sealant suitable for many construction and industrial applications but particularly suited for all glazing, façade and roofline applications. Features and Benefits Excellent primerless adhesion to all common building...
Sikasil Pool
Sikasil Pool (box of 12 x 300ml cartridges) is a one part neutral curing silicone sealant for use in swimming pools and permanently wet areas. It is suitable for joints in and around swimming pools, areas under permanent water immersion and frequently wet areas, such as shower rooms in sports halls or leisure facilities, between ceramics,...
Bullet Roof Epoxy Primer AC
An epoxy primer with excellent anti-corrosion properties. This primer is the perfect choice for steel and iron gutters or any other steel/iron surface. Good anti-corrosion properties Brush or airless spray applicable Application temperature from +5℃ (substrate)
Bullet Mega Mastic
Bonds, seals and fills almost anything without a primer, even when wet or fully submerged. This unique hybrid polymer formulation contains no solvents. Premium quality high modulus sealant Neutral system, free from isocyanates and silicones Non staining, odour free and bubble free curing Good movement accommodation More...
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Key Products for Glass Surface Coating
Coo-Var White Glass Shading
Product Overview: This water-based shading paint is ideal for reducing heat and glare in greenhouses, conservatories, and skylights. It provides a matt finish that cools interior spaces during hot weather.
Applications: Perfect for seasonal use in gardens, greenhouses, and sunrooms. It’s also suitable for office windows that face direct sunlight.
Benefits: Helps maintain a cooler environment, reducing the need for artificial cooling. It’s easy to apply and remove as needed.
HMG Multi Surface Topcoat
Product Overview: A versatile 2K polyurethane finish that offers excellent adhesion to glass, Perspex, and metal surfaces. Available in gloss, satin, and matt finishes.
Applications: Ideal for commercial properties, office partitions, and shopfronts where durability is required.
Benefits: Provides a long-lasting, durable finish that resists wear and tear, making it suitable for high-traffic areas.
HMG Acrythane Glass Adhesion Additive
Product Overview: This additive enhances the adhesion of Acrythane coatings to glass, ensuring a strong bond that lasts.
Applications: Best used in projects requiring robust adhesion on glass, such as in retail environments or external glass applications.
Benefits: Ensures a durable finish that won’t peel or chip easily, even in challenging conditions.
Kolorbond K2
Product Overview: A two-pack PU coating that adheres directly to glass, metals, and hard plastics. Available in various gloss levels, it’s suitable for both decorative and protective applications.
Applications: Ideal for residential windows, commercial glass installations, and decorative glass elements.
Benefits: Provides customisable colour options, allowing for seamless integration into existing decor or branding.
Maston Spraypaint 2K Colours
Product Overview: A two-component spray paint designed for quick and easy application on glass and other surfaces.
Applications: Suitable for both small-scale decorative projects and larger commercial installations.
Benefits: Offers a high-quality finish with excellent adhesion and chemical resistance, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
Zinsser AllCoat Interior (Solvent-Based)
Product Overview: Known for its excellent adhesion to difficult surfaces, this primer and finish combo is ideal for interior glass surfaces.
Applications: Use in areas where durability and low odour are important, such as kitchens and bathrooms.
Benefits: Provides a durable, long-lasting finish that’s resistant to moisture and stains.
Cromadex 800 Two Pack Non-Isocyanate Acrylic Glass Coating
Product Overview: A non-isocyanate acrylic topcoat designed specifically for back-painted glass.
Applications: Ideal for shopfitting, internal decorative applications, and other commercial settings.
Benefits: Offers a high-gloss finish with excellent durability and chemical resistance.
Zinsser Bulls-Eye 1-2-3
Product Overview: A water-based primer that adheres to glossy surfaces without the need for pre-sanding. Suitable for both interior and exterior use.
Applications: Perfect for priming glass surfaces in preparation for topcoats, whether indoors or outdoors.
Benefits: Bonds to difficult surfaces, providing a strong foundation for subsequent layers of paint.
Tor Transglaze Z Clear
Product Overview: A UV-stable, translucent elastomeric coating designed for protecting plastic and glass rooflights.
Applications: Ideal for residential and commercial properties needing a clear, protective finish.
Benefits: Extends the life of rooflights and other glass structures by protecting against UV damage and weathering.
What are Your Glass Paint Requirements?
Homeowners and DIY Enthusiast
For homeowners, glass paints offer a quick and effective way to upgrade interiors without extensive renovations. They’re ideal for adding privacy to bathroom windows, creating frosted effects on interior doors, or refreshing old glass furniture.
Seasonal Use: Glass shading paints are perfect for applying to skylights during the summer months to reduce heat gain. They can be reapplied as needed to adjust light levels throughout the year.
Gardeners and Greenhouse Owner
Glass shading products like Coo-Var White Glass Shading are essential for gardeners who need to manage light and temperature in greenhouses. These products help maintain optimal growing conditions by reducing excessive sunlight and heat.
Seasonal Use: Apply shading paint in the spring and summer to protect plants from overheating. The paint can be removed or reapplied as needed, offering flexibility for different growing seasons.
Property Manager / Letting Agent
Glass paints provide a cost-effective way to maintain and enhance rental properties. For example, using products like HMG Multi Surface Topcoat can refresh glass surfaces in common areas or rental properties, making them more appealing to potential tenants.
Long-Term Benefits: Property managers can use glass paints to reduce maintenance costs, as these durable products resist fading, peeling, and damage over time.
Business Owner / Commercial Property Manager
In commercial settings, glass paints are invaluable for creating private workspaces, conference rooms, or branded storefronts. Products like Kolorbond K2 allow businesses to customise glass surfaces with company colours or logos, enhancing brand consistency across the property.
Security and Branding: Opaque glass paints can prevent intruders from seeing inside, adding security while maintaining a professional appearance. Coloured glass paints also allow businesses to incorporate brand colours directly into their glass surfaces.
Caretaker / Maintenance Team
For caretakers and maintenance teams, glass paints offer a practical solution for upgrading and maintaining the appearance of buildings. Whether it’s applying anti-glare coatings on skylights or refreshing glass partitions, these products are easy to use and provide long-lasting results.
Efficiency: Glass paints can be applied quickly, minimising downtime in busy environments like schools, hospitals, or office buildings. Their durability also means less frequent reapplication, saving time and resources.
Application Methods for Glass Paints
Surface Preparation
Proper surface preparation is crucial for achieving a high-quality finish. Here’s how to prepare glass surfaces for painting:
- Clean Thoroughly: Use a glass cleaner to remove all grease, dirt, and dust. For stubborn stains, a solvent-based cleaner may be required.
- Prime if Necessary: Some surfaces, especially those exposed to moisture or heavy use, may require a primer. Products like Zinsser Bulls-Eye 1-2-3 ensure better adhesion and durability.
Application Techniques
Different application methods can be used depending on the product and the surface:
- Brush/Roller Application: Ideal for smaller surfaces or detailed work. Ensure even coverage by applying thin layers.
- Spray Application: Best for large surfaces or when a smooth, uniform finish is required. Suitable for products like HMG Multi Surface Topcoat and Maston Spraypaint 2K Colours.
Drying and Curing
Always follow the manufacturer’s recommended drying times between coats. For example, some products are touch dry within 30 minutes, while others may require several hours before recoating.
The Role of Glass Paints in Sustainable Practices
Glass paints and shading products are not just about aesthetics—they play a significant role in sustainable building practices. By reducing the need for artificial lighting and cooling, these paints contribute to energy efficiency and lower carbon footprints.
Environmental Impact: Developers and architects focused on green building can incorporate glass shading paints into their designs to optimise natural light while controlling heat gain, leading to more energy-efficient buildings.
Compliance and Regulations: Using energy-efficient solutions like glass shading can help meet local building codes or sustainability certifications, adding value to the property.
Glass Paint FAQs
Can glass paints be removed if I change my mind?
Yes, most glass paints can be removed using a paint scraper or solvent, though removal may require some effort.
Do I need to apply multiple coats?
Depending on the product and desired opacity, multiple coats may be needed. Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Can glass paints be used outdoors?
Yes, but ensure you use products designed for exterior use, such as Zinsser Bulls-Eye 1-2-3, which is resistant to weathering.
How long does glass paint take to dry?
Drying times vary by product, but most glass paints are touch dry within 1-2 hours, with full curing taking up to 7 days.
What application tools are needed?
Depending on the product, you may need brushes, rollers, or spray equipment. Always check the product’s technical data sheet for specific instructions.
Are glass paints suitable for high-moisture areas?
Yes, many glass paints are moisture-resistant, making them ideal for bathrooms, kitchens, and exterior windows.
Can I paint over previously painted glass?
Yes, but proper surface preparation is essential. This may include sanding and applying a primer to ensure adhesion.
What colours are available for glass paints?
A wide range of colours is available, including custom tints. Products like Kolorbond K2 offer extensive colour choices to match your decor or branding.
Is glass paint a good solution for blackout purposes?
Absolutely. Glass paint offers a seamless and durable blackout solution, far superior to temporary fixes like masking tape or newspaper.
How do I clean painted glass surfaces?
Use a soft cloth and mild detergent to clean painted glass surfaces. Avoid abrasive cleaners that could damage the finish.
What Rawlins’ Customers Say:
Don’t just take our Technical Support Teams’ words for it, here’s what our customers have to say about glass paint they have purchased from our store:
The information provided above is a basic overview and is intended as general information only. It is not advice, and is given without warranty. You should always refer to the relevant data sheets and our Technical Team prior to purchase or use of any products.