Glass etching is a process of using an abrasive to create a design on the surface of glass. It is a popular technique used to create decorative designs, logos, and monograms. The process involves using a stencil to apply a resist to the surface of the glass, then using
Glass etching, or "French embossing", is a popular technique developed during the mid-1800s that is still widely used in both residential and commercial spaces today. Glass etching comprises the techniques of creating art on the surface of glass by applying acidic, caustic, or abrasive substances. Traditionally this is done after the glass is blown or cast, although mold-etching has replaced some forms of surface etching. The removal of minute amounts of glass causes the characteristic rough surface and translucent quality of frosted glass.