First of
all, it is important to understand the difference between glass and crystal. Crystal is very different
from glass. Most of the homeowners are unaware of the difference between
crystal and glass. The main difference between crystal and glass is that crystal
contains a percentage of lead in its composition, whereas glass contains a
percentage of calcium instead of lead. For the very same reason crystal is also
called as lead crystal.
Uses of crystal -
Crystals are very
useful in a household. You can either get crystal bowls that will add a sparkle to your beautiful dinner set or get crystals
in your chandelier or hang it in the entryways for the guests to admire.
Stemware -
Most
commonly used crystals are used as stemware. Stemware means any drinking glass,
which has a stem in the bottom. The common crystal stemware includes crystal
wine glasses, crystal jugs, champagne
flutes etc. Using crystal for these types of drinking glasses are very common
and appropriate.
Crystal-ware
can be a bit costlier than glass ware. Usually, people just get crystal vases for decoration and give
their home a beautiful and elegant touch. Crystal-ware can transform your house
and your kitchen. You can include crystal ware for decoration and well as for
practical use in your home.
