Back-Painted Glass Wall Cladding: How Do Substrate, Color and Finish Shape the Design? Specifying back-painted glass starts with the desired color—but the glass substrate and surface finish also influence the result. For architects and designers, three decisions help bring the intended appearance into focus: • Choose the substrate. Low-iron glass minimizes the green tint associated with standard clear glass, making it especially useful where color accuracy matters. Textured glass can also be back-painted to create a unique aesthetic, adding dimension and pattern to the colored surface. • Define the color. Custom color matching supports coordination with surrounding materials, furnishings and brand palettes. Review a physical glass sample before approving the final selection. • Select the finish. A traditional glass surface creates a glossy appearance. Pearl™ Satin Etched Glass and Pearl™ Low Iron Ultra Satin Etched Glass can be back-painted on the non-etched side to create a softer, matte appearance. The images shown compare the same custom dark blue on three substrates: smooth low-iron glass, Pearl™ Low Iron Satin Etched Glass and Reeded Low Iron textured glass. Each brings a different surface character to the color. Beyond aesthetics, coordinate panel dimensions, cutouts, edgework and attachment details early. Confirm fabrication and safety glazing requirements for the intended application. Choose your glass substrate. Define your color. Complete your design. #BackPaintedGlass #GlassWallCladding #DecorativeGlass

Thank you to Glass Magazine for highlighting GGI's continued collaboration with CODAworx and our participation in CODAsummit 2026 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. For the fourth consecutive year, GGI proudly supported the Artist Showcase, helping artists explore how their creative visions can be translated into architectural-scale glass installations. Congratulations to this year's featured artists—Anton Morton, Michael R. DiCarlo, and Courtney Minor! We're excited to continue building connections among artists, architects, designers, and fabricators to bring more public art into the spaces we share. Read the Glass Magazine news feature: glassmagazine.com/news/2026/… #GGI #CODAworx #PublicArt #ArchitecturalGlass #ArtAndArchitecture

How do you add privacy to a glass tub enclosure while keeping the space bright and open? This custom residential installation shows one beautiful approach: ½-inch low-iron tempered glass with Alice® direct-to-glass printing creates a horizontal band for privacy and a distinctive design detail. The glass was also factory-treated with GGI’s Enhance™ glass surface protection to help keep it clearer and cleaner longer. By helping repel mineral deposits and other contaminants that can leave glass looking stained over time, Enhance makes routine cleaning easier. The best part? Hearing from our customer: “The customer is very happy! Thank you!!” — Cindy Stein, VP of Operations, Uncle Bob’s Glass & Mirror Thank you to Uncle Bob’s Glass & Mirror in Penndel, Pennsylvania, for the beautiful installation and for sharing these photos with us! #GGI #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗞𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗚𝗚𝗜 🎙️ Today is International Podcast Day, and it’s the perfect opportunity to get to know the people behind GGI a little better. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the latest GGI podcast, hear directly from members of our team and learn more about the experience, ideas and people driving our company forward. ▶️ Watch the podcast—and while you’re there, subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next. youtube.com/@ggi6582/videos #InternationalPodcastDay #TeamGGI #GlassIndustry #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 We’re back from Las Vegas feeling grateful for everyone who stopped by our booth, joined us for cocktails and spent time with Team GGI. Thank you to our customers, vendors and other industry partners—we truly value these relationships and always enjoy reconnecting in person. We were especially proud to see the Balik family recognized during the Generations of Glass: A Family Business Celebration. At 126 years and five generations strong, GGI was honored as the oldest glass business represented at GlassBuild. We also enjoyed welcoming students during the Legacy and Leadership Career Discovery Tour. Their enthusiasm and thoughtful questions made the experience especially rewarding. Spencer Raymond and Amnon Spievak did a phenomenal job introducing them to our industry and the many career paths it offers. Thank you to the National Glass Association and everyone who made the week so memorable. We look forward to seeing many of you at NGA’s next event, the 2027 BEC Conference! #GlassBuild2026 #GGI #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

𝗜𝗧’𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗! What’s new from GGI? In addition to new glass products, GGI has introduced new resources created to inspire, inform and make product selection easier. Explore three newly released publications: ✨ The Classics—a curated collection of neutral antique mirror designs with timeless depth and refined character. ✨ The Dramatics—antique mirror designs featuring color, movement and expressive visual impact. ✨ The 2026 Shower Hardware Catalog—a comprehensive resource for frameless shower systems, hardware and accessories. Each publication combines product information with inspiring imagery to help architects, designers and glazing professionals move from inspiration to specification. Swipe to explore, then visit GGI at Booth 4135 to pick up your copies and see what’s next in glass. 🥂 And don’t forget: Join us tomorrow—Day Two of GlassBuild—for the GGI Cocktail Reception from 3:30–5:00 p.m. at Booth 4135. No RSVP is required. Just stop by for cocktails, conversation and time with industry friends! You can also view, download, print and share these resources at generalglass.com/resources. #GlassBuild2026 #ArchitecturalGlass #DecorativeGlass #AntiqueMirror #ShowerHardware #DesignResources #GGI #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

Matthew Lebowitz is ready to talk glass today at SaltCityCon 2026! This premier commercial interiors show brings Salt Lake City’s design community together to explore new products, materials and ideas. If you’re attending, be sure to stop by, say hello and ask Matthew how GGI’s architectural and decorative glass can bring color, texture, privacy and personality to your next project. We hope to see you there! #SeeWhatGlassCanDo #SaltCityCon2026 #GGI #InteriorDesign #DecorativeGlass #CommercialInteriors

𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗖𝗼𝗻 SaltCityCon 2026 starts this morning, offering the Salt Lake design community a chance to step away from the screen and experience new materials firsthand. Connect with Matthew Lebowitz of GGI/Empoli Group to explore how decorative glass can shape a space through color, texture, pattern, reflection and light. Featured options include ALICE® direct-to-glass printing, Pearl™ satin-etched glass, antique mirror and more. Bring your ideas, project challenges and material questions. Matthew can help you identify glass solutions that support your creative vision and functional requirements. 📍 This Is The Place – Pioneer Center, Salt Lake City 🕙 Today, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 🔹 GGI/Empoli Group Meet Matthew and discover new possibilities for your next commercial interior. #SaltCityCon2026 #InteriorDesign #DecorativeGlass #MaterialInspiration #CommercialInteriors #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧: 𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦-𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬 Custom residential installation | Malvern, PA When glass becomes part of the design, the result can be striking. This custom wine display, installed by Affordable Custom Enclosures of Horsham, PA, in a private residence in Malvern, PA, pairs a dramatic solid backlit quartz wall with ultra-clear architectural glass for a clean, upscale presentation. GGI custom fabricated the 1/2-inch ultra-clear low-iron tempered glass door and panel, helping keep the focus on the illuminated stone, wine collection, and overall design. A great example of how the right glass can enhance a highly customized interior feature without competing with it. Thank you to Affordable Custom Enclosures for the opportunity to be part of the project, and to GGI's Christopher Puzio for sharing these project images. Learn more about Affordable Custom Enclosures at affordablecustom.net/ See What Glass Can Do® #GGI #CustomGlassFabrication #WineRoom

GlassBuild America is almost here—and GGI is ready to show what’s next in glass. Join us September 23–25 in Las Vegas at Booth 4135 to explore GGI’s decorative, specialty, and fabricated glass solutions, including Alice® direct-to-glass printing, Pearl™ satin-etched glass, SwitchView® smart laminated glass, decorative mirror, textured pattern glass, and more. We’ll also be highlighting GGI’s nationwide distribution capabilities, with access to a broad range of float, decorative, and specialty glass and full and mixed truckload options designed to give fabricators greater sourcing flexibility. Join Us for Cocktails Thursday, September 24 | 3:30–5:00 p.m. | Booth 4135 Stop by to meet the GGI team, reconnect with industry colleagues, and enjoy a cocktail with us. Celebrating Family Businesses in the Glass Industry Friday will be particularly meaningful for GGI. As part of GlassBuild’s Legacy and Leadership track, David and Richard Balik will be in attendance and recognized during the Family Business Breakfast and Generations of Glass: A Family Business Celebration. The program honors the family-owned companies and generations of leadership that have helped build the glass, glazing, and fenestration industries. For GGI, founded in 1900 and now in its fifth generation of family ownership, it is a fitting celebration of both legacy and what comes next. GGI is also proud to participate Friday in NGA’s Career Discovery Tour, helping introduce the next generation to the products, technology, and career opportunities shaping the future of the glass industry. There’s a lot happening at GlassBuild this year. We look forward to seeing customers, industry partners, and friends in Las Vegas. Booth 4135 | September 23–25 | Las Vegas Built on Legacy. Driven by Innovation. View the full press release at generalglass.com/ggi-invites… #GlassBuildAmerica #GlassIndustry #ArchitecturalGlass #DecorativeGlass #SpecialtyGlass #FamilyBusiness #GGI

Meet Penny, GGI's four-legged mascot—and newest member of our "Can Do" team! 🐾 Even Penny knows the drill: safety first. No matter who you are or what role you play at GGI, safety is everyone’s responsibility. From wearing the proper protective gear to looking out for one another, we all help create a safer workplace—every task, every shift, every day. #GGI #SafetyFirst #TeamGGI #WorkplaceSafety #CanDoTeam

25 Years. We Remember. Twenty-five years ago, September 11, 2001, became a day our nation would never forget. Today, the GGI team remembers the lives lost, honors the families who carry their memory forward and reflects on the compassion, courage and unity that brought Americans together in the days that followed. May this day in our nation’s history never be forgotten. #September11 #NeverForget #RememberAndHonor

As we celebrate Labor Day, a special thank you to the GGI team whose hard work, skill and dedication bring it all together every day. We appreciate all you do to keep GGI moving forward. Happy Labor Day from all of us at GGI.

𝗧𝗲𝘅𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀: 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗰𝘆, 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Throughout this series, GGI has highlighted a range of linear textured patterned glass designs to help architects and designers compare how subtle differences in texture, line spacing and pattern movement can affect aesthetics, translucence, visible light transmission and privacy. Linear textured patterned glass can help define space, soften views, share light and create visual rhythm across interior and exterior applications. From subtle ribbed surfaces to more pronounced reeded and flowing textures, each pattern creates a different design effect. Featured linear textured patterned glass options include: • Thin Ribbed Clear and Thin Ribbed Low Iron • Micro Ribbed Low Iron • Stylos S Low Iron • Reeded Clear and Reeded Low Iron • Stream Low Iron Low-iron textured glass options are available for projects where clarity and truer color rendering are important. By reducing the greenish cast commonly associated with standard clear glass, low-iron glass can help preserve the appearance of surrounding finishes, materials and color palettes. Available in a variety of sheet sizes and thicknesses, GGI’s textured patterned glass options can support a wide range of architectural and interior design applications, including partitions, doors, sidelites, shower enclosures, cabinetry, furniture, feature walls and insulating glass units. GGI makes it easier to specify textured patterned glass and access products through glass fabricators across the country. See these textured patterned glass options on display at GlassBuild America in Las Vegas, September 23-25th, at booth 4135 #GGI #SeeWhatGlassCanDo #TexturedGlass #PatternedGlass #DecorativeGlass #ArchitecturalGlass #InteriorDesign #GlassBuild

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝘅𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀: 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Linear textured glass can do more than create privacy. It can guide the eye, soften light and introduce a sense of movement within architectural spaces. As part of GGI’s textured patterned glass collection, Stream Low Iron offers a refined linear design with a subtle, flowing surface pattern. Its low-iron substrate provides a clearer, more neutral appearance than standard clear glass, making it well suited for interiors where color clarity and high visible light transmission (VLT) are important. For architects and interior designers, Stream Low Iron offers a way to define space while maintaining a light, open feel. Its linear texture can complement modern, hospitality, workplace, retail and wellness environments where privacy, translucence, and visual rhythm need to work together. 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗿𝗼𝗻 Use Stream Low Iron textured glass for applications that require just a hint of privacy, including: • Interior partitions • Doors and sidelites • Privacy screens • Feature walls • Shower enclosures • Cabinetry and display applications • Decorative glass panels • Light-sharing spaces where privacy and openness both matter Like each linear pattern in the GGI collection, Stream Low Iron has its own distinct balance of translucence, privacy and visual texture. This gives design teams flexibility to select the pattern that best supports the project’s aesthetic and performance goals. 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱? Yes. Stream Low Iron can be fabricated to support a wide range of decorative architectural glass applications. Fabrication options include: • Back-painting • Insulating • Laminating • Tempering 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 • Sheet size: 72 x 96 inches • Thickness: 3/16 inch (5 mm) Stream Low Iron is sold in full cases and can be custom fabricated to meet project requirements. Architects and designers can access Stream Low Iron textured patterned glass through glazing professionals nationwide who source decorative and specialty glass from GGI. #GGI #SeeWhatGlassCanDo #TexturedGlass #DecorativeGlass #ArchitecturalGlass #InteriorDesign

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗛 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 The doors open soon at the NEWH San Francisco Regional Tradeshow! Hospitality architects, designers, specifiers and purchasing professionals are invited to visit GGI at Exhibit 504. Explore ALICE® direct-to-glass printing, Pearl™ satin-etched glass, antique mirror and other architectural and decorative glass solutions. Talk with Matthew Lebowitz about bringing color, texture, privacy and performance to hotels, restaurants and other hospitality spaces. 📍 Hilton San Francisco Union Square 🕐 Today, 1-6 p.m. PT 🔹 GGI — Exhibit 504 Stop by Exhibit 504 and talk with Matthew to See What Glass Can Do for the hospitality industry. #NEWH2026 #HospitalityDesign #DecorativeGlass #ArchitecturalGlass #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

How should architects and interior designers select decorative mirror glass? Clear, low-iron, tinted, satin-etched and antique mirror can each create a distinctly different architectural experience. In GGI’s latest Insights article, Rocco Ficara, National Sales Manager for GGI’s Specialty Glass Division, explores how mirror selection can influence reflection, color, light, depth and atmosphere within an interior space. Beyond the Reflection: How to Select Decorative Mirror Glass looks at key considerations when evaluating: • Clear mirror for traditional reflective applications • Low-iron mirror for greater color neutrality and clarity • Tinted mirror to introduce bronze, gray and other tonal effects • Satin-etched mirror for a softer, more diffused reflective surface • Antique mirror for patina, character and visual depth Rocco also addresses important specification considerations, including panel size, seams, fabrication, safety requirements and installation. The takeaway: Selecting architectural mirror should begin with the design experience you want to create—then move to the glass type, finish and fabrication approach that best supports that intent. Going to GlassBuild America? See these options in person. Visit GGI at Booth 4135, September 23–25 in Las Vegas, to explore GGI’s complete range of decorative mirror glass and specialty architectural glass solutions. Read Rocco’s full guide: ow.ly/qNaJ50ZEVqN #DecorativeGlass #ArchitecturalMirror #InteriorDesign #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

A look inside GGI during our annual sales team meeting held this week in Secaucus, New Jersey. As part of the meeting, Cristina Antunes, vice president of operations, led the sales team on a plant tour for a firsthand look at the people, processes and capabilities behind GGI’s specialty and fabricated glass solutions. It was a valuable opportunity to connect sales and operations, share knowledge and strengthen the team’s understanding of the capabilities they bring to customers every day. Another great example of how GGI continues to See What Glass Can Do®. #GGI #ArchitecturalGlass #GlassFabrication #SpecialtyGlass #TeamGGI #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

MAKE GGI PART OF YOUR GLASSBUILD 2026 PLAN. Heading to Las Vegas for #GlassBuild America 2026? GGI is making it easier to be there with complimentary trade show registration for our customers and industry partners. Join GGI September 23–25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and discover more ways to source, fabricate and specify architectural glass—all from one trusted resource. GlassBuild brings together the glass, glazing and fenestration industry for three days of products, education, technology and connections. On Thursday, September 24, from 3:30–5 p.m., finish Day 2 with GGI at Booth 4135 for cocktails, conversation and time to connect with colleagues from across the industry. FREE REGISTRATION: LV26 GlassBuild America 2026 September 23–25 | Las Vegas GGI | Booth 4135 Cocktail Reception | Sept. 24 | 3:30–5 p.m. Get what you need, when you need it—and make GGI part of your GlassBuild plans. #GGI #SeeWhatGlassCanDo

SaltCityCon 2026: Where Design Inspiration Meets Performance The best materials do more than enhance a space. They help it perform. At SaltCityCon 2026, interior designers can meet with GGI's Matthew Lebowitz #EmpoliRepGroup and discover how architectural and decorative glass can balance aesthetics with functionality. Explore ALICE® direct-to-glass printing, Pearl™ satin-etched glass, SwitchView™ smart laminated glass, antique mirror and more. GGI’s extensive product line offers creative solutions for wall cladding, partitions, privacy glass, shower enclosures, and all-glass railings and entrance systems. See the latest products up close, explore customization options and learn how glass can introduce color, texture, pattern, light and privacy while supporting the performance requirements of today’s commercial interiors. 📍 This Is The Place – Pioneer Center, Salt Lake City 📅 Wednesday, Sept. 16 🕙 10 a.m.-4 p.m. #SaltCityCon #DesignInspiration #InteriorDesigners #ArchitecturalMaterials #DecorativeGlass #SeeWhatGlassCanDo