What is the difference between painted stained glass and regular stained glass?
A. Most liturgical stained glass, especially pieces in famous cathedrals and churches around the world are stunning examples of painted stained glass. These have been done by true masters of the trade and highly skilled artists. The paints are a very specific medium that is intended for use on glass and generally of high quality that is designed to last many years. This paint is fired or “baked” onto the glass. The degree to which pieces are painted or actual colored glass varies. Many other retailers that do not specialize in glass will sell items as “stained glass” because they have that appearance, however the paints used may not be good quality and eventually may fade, scratch, flake or wear off. Also the item may not, in some cases, be made of glass but rather plastic or another material.
