Pricing Factors

Factor	Description	Price Impact	Timing Impact
Size	Larger pieces require more handling, shipping, and material, increasing cost. Pieces larger than 30x30" are considered large, over 48x48" (16 sq ft) are oversized and often split.	⬆️	⬆️
Edges	Polished edges require specialized machines, adding cost. Hidden edges are sanded but have a rough finish and are less expensive.	⬆️ / ⬇️	⬆️ / ⬇️
Shapes	Complex shapes, holes, and notches require more work, increasing cost and lead time. Some shapes might be impossible to make from glass. Templates are usually needed for custom shapes.	⬆️	⬆️
Material Thickness	Thicker glass is more expensive due to fabrication difficulty, weight, and material cost. Specific thickness might be required (e.g., cabinet doors).	⬆️	⬆️
Shipping Location	Larger pieces (over 8 sq ft) have higher shipping costs, impacting overall price. Splitting large pieces can reduce shipping costs.	⬆️ (Large pieces)
Corner Detail	Radius corners require more work compared to standard square corners, increasing cost.	⬆️	⬆️
Color Matching	Precise color matching requires sampling and testing, making it 15-50% more expensive.	⬆️	⬆️
Frame Type	Frame materials affect cost: aluminum/steel are cheaper, colored metals/brass/bronze are more expensive. Additional metal treatments like polishing or aging further increase cost.	⬆️ (Expensive materials)
Custom Distressing	Gold leaf and silver leaf are both expensive and time-consuming processes, and are more expensive than antiqued mirror.	⬆️	⬆️