Need a piece of glass cut to size because no store stocks it? Just give us the dimensions, and we'll cut the glass to match them. It doesn't matter if it's just one piece of glass or a hundred. You provide the specs you need, and we'll make it happen.
Because a custom piece is cut to the numbers you provide, getting those numbers right is crucial. Make sure you measure everything twice, and allow about 1/16" of space between your glass and the inside of any notches/frames it needs to fit into.
What we can cut to size
Every cut follows the exact width, height, and shape you provide:
- Rectangles and squares
- Rounded, clipped, or squared corners
- Holes and cutouts for hardware, hinges, and fixtures
- Circles, ovals, and full custom shapes from a template
We cut to within 1/16" of your measurements so the piece drops into your opening the way it should. For the glass itself, see types of glass to choose your type and thickness (most types are between 1/8" and 1/2").
Cutting happens before tempering
One thing worth knowing up front: all cutting, drilling, and edge work happens before glass is ever tempered. Tempered glass can't be cut, drilled, or notched after it's heat-treated. Try it, and the whole panel shatters. So your dimensions, holes, and edges are cut and finished first, and the glass piece is tempered last (if your order calls for it). The takeaway: Get your specs locked in before you order, because once the glass is tempered, there can be no more cutting or drilling. More on that on the tempered glass page.
Cut right, packed to arrive whole
Each order ships in a protective crating built for freight, with edge and surface protection, and it's insured, with tracking. Inspect it before you sign, and if anything arrives broken, our breakage replacement policy covers it: Report it with a photo within 48 hours of delivery, and we'll make it right, with your replacement glass arriving within 5 business days.
FAQ
Can you cut glass to my exact size?
Yes. You enter the width and height down to the fraction, and the glass is cut to those numbers. Measure carefully first, because a custom piece is made to your spec and can't be returned.
What shapes can you cut?
Rectangles, squares, and shapes with rounded or clipped corners are standard. Circles, ovals, and one-off shapes from a template are also possible. If you have an unusual shape, send the template, and we'll work from it.
How much does custom glass cutting cost?
The price of your glass depends on the glass type, thickness, size, shape, edge finish, and any drilling. You see your all-in price in the glass customizer before checkout, with shipping included, so there are no surprises at the end.
Yes to both. Mirrors are cut to size the same way as clear glass (see the mirror glass page). Tempered glass is cut and finished to your spec first, then heat-treated, since it can't be cut after tempering.
Get your piece cut to size
Enter your dimensions, pick your glass, and see your price. No in-person visit, no quote you have to chase down.
For a non-standard shape, a tricky cutout, or a trade/batch order, reach us at info@flashglassusa.com or on our contact page, and we'll work through it with you.
How CNC glass cutting works
CNC cutting is the workhorse method for cut-to-size glass. A computer-controlled table guides a scoring wheel along the exact dimensions you entered, then the glass is separated cleanly along that scored line. The cut path comes from your numbers, not a freehand pass, so the same piece comes out the same way every time.
For straight cuts, squares, rectangles, and standard shapes, this method is fast and accurate, keeping costs down. Ordering a batch, say ten cabinet-door inserts or a run of shelves? Every piece matches the last one because they all run off the same program, cut to within 1/16".
Where scoring has limits is on detailed curves and tight interior corners. Rounded corners and holes are no problem, but a complex shape with tight inside corners is better suited to a waterjet. The cut edge also comes off raw, so for a finished look, you'll add edgework such as a seamed or polished edge.
How waterjet glass cutting works
A waterjet cuts glass with a high-pressure stream of water mixed with fine abrasive, following a pattern loaded onto a computer. It's a cold cut with no heat, so it puts no thermal stress on the glass, and it reaches shapes a scoring wheel can't.
This is the method for the odd jobs. Curves, circles, interior cutouts, tight inside corners, logos, and one-off templates are all within reach. It also handles thicker glass that won't snap cleanly along a scored line. If you have a shape in your head or a paper template in your hand, a waterjet can follow it to within 1/16".
The trade-offs are speed and cost. A waterjet runs slower and usually costs more per piece than scoring, so for a plain rectangle, it's more than the job calls for. The cut edge comes out with a lightly frosted, sandblasted texture, so plan on adding edgework if you want it clean or polished.
