Ridge Glass and Mirror, Inc. is a full-service flat glass company located in Lake Wales, Florida. Our focus is on sales and installation of custom glass, mirrors, storefront doors, shower enclosures, and more. We work with acrylic, aluminum, and other allied materials. Established in 1958, we have operated from the same location for more than 50 years. Our staff provides prompt, professional service for residential and commercial customers throughout eastern Polk County. We enjoy giving back to the community, and we frequently donate to local schools.
Have you ever wondered how frosted glass is created? Well, in order to get that particular look, glass manufacturers treat the glass with hydrofluoric acid. This process is known as acid-etching.
Early American Pressed Glass (EAPG) is a vintage glass that came in literally hundreds of patterns depending on what design elements were used. It was produced between the mid-1800 to the early 1900s.
King Charles VI of France, also known as Charles the Mad, regularly hallucinated that he was made of glass. He often carried iron pieces in his clothing as he believed that they would protect him.
Did you know the word ‘Glass’ came from the Latin word ‘Glesum’, meaning a transparent yet lustrous object? It is believed that the word glass might have evolved from Germany as this was the place where Romans first manufactured glass.
Have you heard about the largest museum of glass art? Well, the Corning Museum of Glass, established in 1951, is known for its huge collection of over 50,000 glass objects, some of which are over 3500 years old.
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