Business Details
32 Years
experience
Custom Glass Sandblasting Services in Plant City, FL
Founded in 1994 by Frank Howard, our company has dedicated three decades to perfecting the art of glass sandblasting. Starting with monument work for funeral homes, Frank developed a mastery of intricate glass etching that evolved into a family legacy. Our team combines technical precision with artistic vision to create custom designs for residential and commercial spaces, including the distinguished Flight 93 Memorial project in 2015. Gloria Howard's creative input and Ethyn Howard's 10+ years of hands-on experience ensure continuity in craftsmanship. We specialize in transforming architectural glass through unique sandblasting techniques that add depth and dimension to any space.Our portfolio showcases diverse applications from nature-inspired motifs to commercial installations. Every project receives personalized attention, with clients collaborating directly with our lead artisans throughout the design process. While we focus exclusively on glass etching, our work complements interior design projects by creating statement pieces that elevate environments. Based in Plant City, Florida, we serve clients nationwide with custom solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Services
Glass Sandblasting
Custom Etching
Memorial Glass Art
Architectural Glass Design
Commercial Installations
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized glass etching experience since 1994
- Family legacy of craftsmanship with generational knowledge transfer
- Direct collaboration with lead artisans throughout projects
- Proven expertise in memorial glass installations like Flight 93
- Nationwide service with local Plant City, FL roots
Services
Glass Sandblasting
Our precision sandblasting technique transforms ordinary glass into custom artistic installations. Using specialized stencils and high-pressure equipment, we create permanent designs that add texture and visual interest to windows, doors, and partitions. Clients can choose from our extensive pattern library or collaborate on custom designs. This service enhances both residential and commercial spaces while maintaining glass integrity.
Memorial Glass Art
We craft meaningful tribute pieces for memorials and public spaces. Our team worked on the Flight 93 Memorial's glass components, demonstrating expertise in creating lasting tributes. Using detailed etching techniques, we translate photographic references into glass artworks that honor significant events and individuals while maintaining structural durability.
Architectural Glass Design
Custom glass elements for building interiors and exteriors. We collaborate with architects and designers to create unique installations that enhance spatial aesthetics. Our work includes dimensional etching that creates shadow effects and textured surfaces. This service transforms functional glass elements into statement pieces that elevate architectural spaces.
People
Frank Howard
Founder
Pioneering sandblaster with 30 years of experience, Frank established the company in 1994. His self-taught expertise in glass etching led to notable projects like the Flight 93 Memorial before his passing in 2023.
Ethyn Howard
President
Third-generation sandblaster with 10+ years of experience, Ethyn now leads the company. He learned directly from Frank Howard and continues the legacy of precision glass etching since taking leadership in 2021.
Gloria Howard
Creative Director
Co-founder with a keen artistic eye, Gloria has supported business operations for 30 years. Her creative input shapes design concepts while maintaining the company's artistic vision established in 1994.
Questions
What glass types can you sandblast?
We work with most architectural glass types including tempered, laminated, and annealed glass for windows, doors, and partitions.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we create custom glass designs for both home interiors and business spaces, adapting our techniques to each environment's needs.
Can you replicate specific designs?
Our team can translate photographic references or sketch concepts into custom sandblasted patterns tailored to client preferences.
How do you ensure design accuracy?
We create full-scale stencil prototypes for client approval before beginning the actual sandblasting process on final glass pieces.
