How do I etch interesting designs on an old glass door?

Question

The door has little glass insets - 9 of them, approximately 6 by 6 inches or so. I think I saw this technique on Debbie Travis's Painted House show once.

Answer 1

Etching cream (acid) with a mask

or a sand blaster with a stencil of if you are talented, freehand

Answer 2

There are two methods to achieve the "etched" look... actually etching the glass.... or using a spray-on 'etch'.

You can find the "spray-on etch" at most craft stores, some home-building supply stores, etc. You make a stencil, and just spray on the texture... it looks like the glass has been etched when you are done.

To actually etch the glass, you would most likely need to remove the panes from the door. You would need to get some muriatic acid to do the etching with, and again, a stencil of your desired pattern. Etching glass takes practice... put too much on, or leave it on too long,and it goes too deep. Not to mention, you are working with acid.... all safety precautions would need to be taken... eyewear, chemical mask, and chemical resistant gloves...o.. and a safe place to work, hehehe.

I would recommend that you go to the craft store and by the spray-on.... much faster and easier to work with... and if you dont like it... you can scrape it off.

Have Fun!

Answer 3

You can buy etching kits and supplies at craft stores. You will need whatever stencils you choose, etching cream, paint brushes, etc. It is really easy. I did a large vase for my boss's office (I was his rent a wife cause I did everything) I cut out the logo of the company taped it down onto the glass and put etching cream on it and let it set. Directions will be on the back of the bottle.

Answer 4

If you have a ben Franklin's craft store in your town go there they have all the glass etching stuff there or even a Joanna's craft store they have all that stuff with directions on how to do it have fun

Answer 5

You just use a chemical etching cream and a stencil. You should be able to find everything you need at your local craft store.

Here is an article on it from HGTV:
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/cr_wood_glass_etching/article/0,,HGTV_3348_1369612,00.html

Answer 6

http://delphiglass.com/index.cfm?page=itemList&viewcat=1782
http://www.delphiglass.com/index.cfm?page=itemView&itemSYSid=147410 Armour Etch Cream