Is Treating Your Glass Splashbacks in London with Ritec ClearShield a Wise Decision?

If you have lived with a glass splashback for any length of time, you will know that it looks fantastic when it’s clean, but seems tired when it isn’t. In London kitchens, especially where cooking is frequent, and space is limited, glass reveals everything: steam, grease, fingerprints – all of it.

That’s why more homeowners are asking about Ritec ClearShield when choosing glass splashbacks in London. We get the question a lot. Is it worth it, or just another add-on that sounds clever on paper?

Let’s talk about it properly.

What is Ritec ClearShield, and How Does It Work on Glass Splashbacks?

Ritec ClearShield is a specialist glass treatment applied during manufacture, not sprayed on later as an afterthought. It bonds to the surface of the glass at a microscopic level, filling the tiny pores you cannot see, but grime loves to hide in.

Once treated, the glass becomes smoother and less welcoming to dirt.

In practical terms, that means:

• Grease and food splashes fail to grip the surface easily
• Watermarks dry lighter and wipe away faster
• Cleaning takes seconds, not effort

For kitchen splashbacks in London homes, this changes the feel of living with glass. You stop fighting it and stop scrubbing. You wipe and move on.

At Bespoke Glass Design, we apply ClearShield as part of the splashback process, so it’s protected from day one. No extra steps or ongoing treatments.

Does ClearShield Really Make Kitchen Cleaning Easier?

Short answer? Yes, and it’s not subtle.

Most kitchen grime sticks because untreated glass has microscopic roughness. ClearShield smooths that out. So instead of grease spreading or baking on, it sits on the surface until you wipe it away.

Clients often tell us the same thing after a few weeks: “I didn’t realise how much time I was spending cleaning until I stopped having to do it.”

That’s especially noticeable with glass kitchen splashbacks in London. Kitchens use them behind hobs and sinks. These are the areas that usually suffer first. ClearShield slows that wear dramatically.

You will still clean your splashback. Just less often and without harsh chemicals.

Is Ritec ClearShield Worth the Cost for London Kitchens?

This is the question people hesitate to ask out loud.

Here’s the thing. Clearshield rarely shouts. It quietly earns its keep over the years. Fewer cleaning products, less elbow grease, and less wear from abrasive cloths. The glass keeps its clarity instead of slowly dulling.

For London homes where kitchens do heavy lifting, that matters.

Think of it this way. You are already investing in glass because you want a clean look and easy maintenance. ClearShield helps the glass do what it promises to do.

For anyone choosing glass splashbacks in London properties, it’s a sensible addition.

Does It Change the Look or Colour of the Splashback?

No, and we would not recommend it if it did.

ClearShield is invisible once applied. It does not alter colour depth, gloss, or light reflection. Painted glass looks exactly as intended. Printed designs stay crisp. Clear glass remains clear.

This matters with bespoke glass splashbacks, where colour accuracy and finish are part of the appeal. The treatment works quietly in the background. The glass still does the talking.

Where Else Can Ritec ClearShield Be Used?

Although we see it most often with kitchen glass, ClearShield is not limited to splashbacks.

It’s commonly used on:

• Shower screens
• Bathroom mirrors
• Balustrades
• Glass doors
• Commercial glazing

Anywhere glass meets water, grease, or frequent handling, the benefits show up quickly.

In the heart of homes, it pairs especially well with kitchen glass splashbacks behind cookers, where cleaning used to feel like a losing battle.

How Do We Use ClearShield at Bespoke Glass Design?

We apply Ritec ClearShield during production, under controlled conditions. That matters. Treatments applied later seldom last the same way.

When clients ask whether it’s worth adding, we are honest. If the splashback sits behind a hob or sink, we recommend it. If it’s decorative glass in a low-contact area, it’s optional.

We never oversell it. We live with glass, too.

For kitchen splashbacks in London, homeowners want to enjoy them instead of constantly maintaining the surfaces. ClearShield tends to become one of those quiet decisions that keeps paying back.

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