How to Laser Engrave Glass with a Blue Diode Laser (Best Techniques & Materials) @EmbraceMaking
How to Laser Engrave Glass with a Blue Diode Laser (Best Techniques & Materials)  @EmbraceMaking
Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Are you curious whether you can engrave glass using a blue diode laser? In this video, I experiment with the process of laser engraving four different types of glass, showing you what works, what doesn't, and how to get the cleanest results possible. We will explore the various types of coatings used to get glass to engrave with a blue diode laser and I will share my settings. If you've been hesitant to try glass engraving with your diode laser, this is the video you need!

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Glass is a notoriously tricky material to engrave, especially with a diode laser. I’ll show you real-time footage of the engraving process, compare the results across multiple types of glass, and share some settings to improve clarity and reduce cracking or chipping. You'll also learn how to prep your material, adjust your settings, and avoid common mistakes that lead to poor results.

Whether you're using your laser for personal projects, gifts, or starting a laser engraving business, knowing how to engrave glass correctly opens up new creative possibilities: from custom glassware and ornaments to repurposed bottles and display pieces. Plus, I’ll share the tools and materials that helped me get the best outcomes, including the use of laser marking paper, paint pens, and tempera paint. See below for those.

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00:00 Intro
01:05 Soda Lime Glass
10:41 Tempered Glass
20:14 Borosilicate Glass
24:02 Crystal Glass
31:05 Outro

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