Glossy and undulating, and softer than conventionally made glass sheets, Energywise Recycled Glass sheets are formed from single bottles. "I found the glass much easier to cut than the usual machine made glass, very soft, more like mouth-blown, antique glass," said client Colin Twinn. In addition to providing sheets ranging from 12cm square to 16cm x 20cm, they also make tiles, bowls, platters, decorative pieces and even signage. They also do custom work, if you have a special bottle - maybe a champagne bottle?
The champagne bottle glass is extra thick and high quality, recommended for coasters, soap dishes, lattice bowls and, by commission, table tops, bowls or mirrors. We also offer a personalised service for ‘that special bottle’. Imagine having that 'special bottle' made into a modern free-standing sink? Surely if they can make a tabletop, the glass is strong enough to make a sink, and then you can be trendy as well as thoroughly, sleekly green.
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From: BEST OF 2008: Eco-friendy and sustainable shoes