Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Manufacturers &
installers of Opticolour
coloured glass wall panels
& full colour, digitally
printed glass panels
Coloured glass wall coverings — ideal for internal & external use
Entire walls &
surface coverings
Huge choice of vibrant colours, subtle shades
& special effects
Hygienic, flat &
easy-to-clean
surfaces
No more mouldy
or dirty grout
to clean
No more crooked or uneven tile spacing
Stunning results everytime
— guaranteed
Open your eyes to Opticolour — the amazing
new wall covering
installers of Opticolour
coloured glass wall panels
& full colour, digitally
printed glass panels
Coloured glass wall coverings — ideal for internal & external use
Entire walls &
surface coverings
Huge choice of vibrant colours, subtle shades
& special effects
Hygienic, flat &
easy-to-clean
surfaces
No more mouldy
or dirty grout
to clean
No more crooked or uneven tile spacing
Stunning results everytime
— guaranteed
Open your eyes to Opticolour — the amazing
new wall covering
Q. Can you cut shaped pieces?
A. Opticolour panels can be can be curved or shaped to accommodate cooker hoods, etc. 'L' or 'T' shapes (i.e., where there is a change in height) are not practical as it leaves the glass weak and prone to breaking.
A. Opticolour panels can be can be curved or shaped to accommodate cooker hoods, etc. 'L' or 'T' shapes (i.e., where there is a change in height) are not practical as it leaves the glass weak and prone to breaking.
You may fit your extractor fan to the top of a curved or flat glass panel.
Inverted "T" made with 3 panels of glass
Q. Is Opticolour safety glass?
A. Yes. All Opticolour panels are 6mm toughened glass to BS6206.
Q. Can I fit Opticolour glass myself?
A. Unless you are an extremely competent DIYer we would recommend that you employ a professional to measure and fit or take advantage of our fitting service. If you are measuring yourself we suggest you go to the trouble of making templates from 8mm MDF. If the templates fit, the glass will fit. From our own experience we know that there are many pitfalls! Please see our instructions for measuring and templating.
Q. Does the wall need to be flat and in
Q. good condition?
A. The wall needs to be free of bows, twists or raised areas over approximately 2-3mm. Any sharp areas need to be sanded. Unevenness less than that depth can be taken up by the adhesive. All walls must be sealed using either PVA or emulsion paint.
The walls will be obscured by Opticolour so the surface does not need to look pretty.
Wiring must be chased into walls and any light fittings should be fitted allowing at least 10mm for the thickness of the glass.
Q. Can I fit Opticolour glass on top of
Q. my existing tiles?
A. We do not recommend this.
Q. How are the glass edges finished?
A. All external glass edges are polished.
Q. Is Opticolour heat resistant?
A. Yes the glass and coating are heat resistant and will not crack behind the hob. Please see our Toughened vs Untoughened Glass Page for more information.
Q. Do you supply upstands?
A. We do not supply upstands. Our minimum height is 250mm unless part of a larger job, e.g., under a window sill.
Q. Do you offer a supply only service?
A. Yes. We require templates or detailed drawings showing any socket cut-outs or holes for plumbing, etc. Templates must have straight edges other than a defined shape such as beneath a cooker hood. Please see our Single Splashback & Supply Only Page and our templating instructions. Completed orders will normally be delivered to you by carrier.
Q. Where can I see Opticolour Glass?
A. Please see our Where to See Opticolour Page for an ever growing list of shops that have samples of Opticolour glass and often full size displays as well.
Extractor fan fit to a curved glass panel
Cut-outs for electrical sockets
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Q. How much does Opticolour cost?
A. Opticolour glass is priced per square metre with additional costs for cutouts (or other glass processing) and installation. To obtain a quotation please see below.
Q. How do I obtain a quotation?
A. To obtain a quotation for our supply & fit service please see our measure & fit page. To obtain a quotation for supply only, please see our single splashbacks & supply only page.
Q. How do I pay for Opticolour?
A. Opticolour take a 20% payment when we book your appointment, 30% after we have measured and a final payment once the job is completed. We accept most credit cards, debit cards and cheques. Trade accounts can be set up upon application.
Q. Do you make single splashbacks?
A. Yes, please see our single splashbacks page.
Q. Do you measure and fit?
A. Yes, please see our measure & fit page.
Q. Can I obtain actual samples of the
Q. coloured glass?
A. We are happy to send you samples, but we normally like to agree a job in principle first. If you would provide us with approximate sizes for your panels along with details of any cut outs for sockets or plumbing and any shapes, such as under the cooker hood, we will give you an idea of cost. If that is acceptable to you, then we will happily send you samples.
Q. What if I want a colour different from Q. your samples?
A. We are able to mix colours to order, including sparkle and metallic effects, and will mix as close to your sample as possible. We are able to mix all Ral, BS, Dulux, Farrow & Ball colours. We can also mix bespoke colours if you send us something to match
Please be aware that colours will look much shinier through glass, so will not necessarily look exactly the same as your paint. It is often safer to consider a slightly contrasting colour! For special colours and effects there is a modest mixing charge.
Q. Can I have holes or cut-outs in the
Q. glass panels?
A. Yes. Opticolour is specifically intended for kitchen splashbacks and shower walls so cut-outs for sockets and holes for shower fittings are not a problem, but must be cut in our workshop prior to toughening. Once toughened the glass cannot be cut or drilled.
A. Opticolour glass is priced per square metre with additional costs for cutouts (or other glass processing) and installation. To obtain a quotation please see below.
Q. How do I obtain a quotation?
A. To obtain a quotation for our supply & fit service please see our measure & fit page. To obtain a quotation for supply only, please see our single splashbacks & supply only page.
Q. How do I pay for Opticolour?
A. Opticolour take a 20% payment when we book your appointment, 30% after we have measured and a final payment once the job is completed. We accept most credit cards, debit cards and cheques. Trade accounts can be set up upon application.
Q. Do you make single splashbacks?
A. Yes, please see our single splashbacks page.
Q. Do you measure and fit?
A. Yes, please see our measure & fit page.
Q. Can I obtain actual samples of the
Q. coloured glass?
A. We are happy to send you samples, but we normally like to agree a job in principle first. If you would provide us with approximate sizes for your panels along with details of any cut outs for sockets or plumbing and any shapes, such as under the cooker hood, we will give you an idea of cost. If that is acceptable to you, then we will happily send you samples.
Q. What if I want a colour different from Q. your samples?
A. We are able to mix colours to order, including sparkle and metallic effects, and will mix as close to your sample as possible. We are able to mix all Ral, BS, Dulux, Farrow & Ball colours. We can also mix bespoke colours if you send us something to match
Please be aware that colours will look much shinier through glass, so will not necessarily look exactly the same as your paint. It is often safer to consider a slightly contrasting colour! For special colours and effects there is a modest mixing charge.
Q. Can I have holes or cut-outs in the
Q. glass panels?
A. Yes. Opticolour is specifically intended for kitchen splashbacks and shower walls so cut-outs for sockets and holes for shower fittings are not a problem, but must be cut in our workshop prior to toughening. Once toughened the glass cannot be cut or drilled.
Drill holes for utensils rail
Sockets — Cut-outs for electrical sockets should generally be at least 50mm from the edge of the panel or from each other. If sockets are placed side by side the boxes must be placed so that the socket covers sit tight against one another. The sockets sit on top of the glass. Please ensure your electrician leaves plenty of wire so sockets can be fed through the glass.