Donovan Mirror and Glass

The width of the bevel can be specified in 1/4" increments from 1/2" inch to 1-1/2" inches. The most popular bevel size is 1 inch, which is the size of the bevel in the photograph below.

The double bevel is a bevel on top of a bevel. A 1" double bevel specifies an edge with the first bevel 1" wide, and a narrower bevel on top of the first that is approximately 1/2" wide.

A flat polished edge is one of the most economical edges, and by far the most popular edge for glass shelves thicker than 1/4". Where the edge meets the top and bottom surfaces there is a small miter, which can easily be seen in the sketch. This is actually called an arris, and a flat polished edge always includes arrises.

An ogee edge has rounded edges and a style that is very popular with traditional wood furniture and modern solid surface countertops.

This edge is similar to two pencil polished edges, with the top edge set in a little.

To produce this edge the glass is slowly chipped by hand all around the perimeter. Then the edges are sandblasted, which removes all the sharp edges and produces a rather smooth frosted edge.

Similar to a beveled edge, but at a 45° angle and usually half the width. As with a beveled edge, the remaining portion of the edge has a flat polish.

This is one of the most popular edges, especially on round tops.

This edge is chipped, and then sandblasted to smooth out the sharpness, leaving a frosted edge.

This is a bullnose edge with a 1/4" radius. The "soft" edge provides more comfort than some of the other edges.