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Restoration glass (Colonial+Noble)

Restoration glass (Colonial+Noble)

Restoration glass (Colonial+Noble)

Product catalog summary
History of Glassmaking
Glass has been produced for thousands of years, originating in the Near East. Early glass was opaque and colored, evolving to translucent and eventually transparent forms. Key historical techniques include moulded glass, blown sheet glass, cast glass, patterned glass, and drawn glass, each contributing to the development of modern glassmaking.

Blown Glass Manufacturing in Saint-Just
The Verrerie de Saint-Just, established in 1826, specializes in hand-blown colored glass. It has preserved traditional techniques while innovating in color and quality, becoming a benchmark for historic restoration projects. The company is part of the Saint-Gobain group and focuses on sustainable development.

Product Range and Specifications
  • COLONIAL Glass: Handmade mouth-blown glass, ideal for historic restoration, offering aesthetic authenticity with bubbles and inclusions. Available in various specifications for thermal and acoustic performance.
  • NOBLE Glass: Drawn glass suitable for large dimensions, maintaining the charm of restoration glass. It is used in historic and modern buildings, offering high transparency and slight contour vibrations.

Applications and Advantages
Both COLONIAL and NOBLE glass are used in historic buildings, private homes, and hotels. They preserve the aesthetics of old facades, offer unique appearances, and ensure perfect light transmission.

Implementation and References
Installation instructions are provided by Verrerie de Saint-Just, and compliance with local legislation is required. Notable references include Château de Versailles and Mont Saint Michel.

Contact Information
For inquiries, visit www.saint-just.com or email [email protected].
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Catalog excerpts

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Saint-Just® GLASS MAKERS SINCE 1826 finE Historic PErioD glass for autHEntic rEstoration

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HISTORY OF GLASSMAKINGCreated from a mix of sand, sodium carbonate and limestone, glass has existed for thousands of years. Production techniques have evolved considerably over the centuries, giving rise to many forms of this rare and precious material. ! Moulded glass The first man-made glass emerged in the Near East (Syria, Egypt) over 6000 years ago. Made using moulding techniques, this glass was not yet transparent but rather opaque and blue or green colour. By around 1500 B.C., kilns were enabling ever higher temperatures to be reached. The glass was now better worked and became translucent....

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BLOWN GLASS MANUFACTURING The Verrerie de Saint-Just was established in 1826 by royal decree of Charles X. IN SAINT-JUST By 1865 the owner, Mathias Andre Pelletier, had assimilated all the expertise and craftsmanship in blown glass from France, Switzerland and Bohemia. The Verrerie de Saint-Just specialised in hand-blown coloured glass. Following his research, he revived the splendour of the exceptional reds and blues in the stained-glass windows of the Middle Ages. He created new ranges of colours that comprised the widest collection in the world. On his death in 1885, his sons took over the...

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:Range COLONIAL glass is produced to satisfy differing requirements, to improve thermal and acoustic capacity, resist Ultra violet damage, and enhance security. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any inquiry. Handmade mouth blown cylinder glass has been made in the Verrerie de Saint-Just since the 19th century with our COLONIAL glass now being the result of generations of expertise. This fabulous glass shimmers and sparkles due to its uneven surface, with bubbles and inclusions catching and refracting natural light by day and artificial light by night. : Applications COLONIAL glass can...

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: Aesthetic variations Each region and period has its own window glass style. Saint-Just can reproduce colour tints, activity, bubbles and inclusions. This glass is unquestionably the finest in Europe for authentic sash window glass. : Implementation • Instructions for fitting provided on request by the Verrerie de Saint-Just. • Installation need to conform to local legislation. • The use of putties with a linseed oil base, for instance, is not permitted for laminated windows or double glazing. References • Stately Homes, Hotels and Castles: Chateau de Versailles, Mont Saint Michel, Het Loo Royal...

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NOBLE Drawn restoration glass :Range NOBLE glass is produced to satisfy differing requirements, to improve thermal and acoustic capacity, resist Ultra violet damage, and enhance security. : Description NOBLE drawn glass offers the charm of a restoration glass in very large dimensions. : Applications NOBLE can be used with all joinery and carpentry work: historic monuments, private hotels, modern buildings. It is ideal for the restoration of construction work dating from 1920 to 1960. Advantages • Wide choice of dimensions. • Slight contour vibrations reminiscent of ancient glass. • Perfect light...

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! Variations The Verrerie de Saint-Just also offers an extensive range of patterned glass in order to maintain the buildings authenticity. ! Implementation • Instructions for fitting provided on request by the Verrerie de Saint-Just. • Installation need to conform to local legislation. • The use of putties with a linseed oil base, for instance, is not permitted for laminated windows or double glazing. References • Stately Homes, Hotels and public places: Gare de l’Est, and National Fine Art School (Paris), «The Grand» Hotel (Amsterdam)... • Traditionally built houses and boutique hotels.

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GLASS MAKERS SINCE 1826 www.saint-just.com [email protected] Creation: Muchimuchi - Saint-Gobain Glass Solutions France - RCS Nanterre 447768169 - 09-13 - 1000 - Subject to modifications - Printed on 100 % PEFC paper 10-31-1240

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