Whats the Difference Between Inspiration NG, Glamatt, GM Reflection Control, GM WaterWhite Reflection Control and TruVue® Reflection Control?
They are all diffused reflection glasses, designed to allow a wider viewing angle under difficult lighting than would be possible with clear float. Glamatt is produced by drawing the molten material over patterned (stippled) rollers. It is aimed at the bulk, contract end of the framing trade. Inspiration NG (formerly Velglas) is clear float with both surfaces etched (using hydrofluoric acid) to give a pleasant, lightly stippled effect. This type is the most widely used diffused reflection glass in framing. It does the job, but should be used on, or very close to, the artwork to reduce greying and loss of contrast. GM Reflection Control and TruVue®’s Reflection Control are clear float with one side (only) etched very finely indeed. It is a ‘top-end’ product (about 30% dearer than Inspiration NG) but can be used over double mounts and gives hardly any contrast loss. GM WaterWhite Reflection Control is produced in the same way as GM Reflection Control, however colour reproduction is impro
