Al Rawaa Glass and Mirror Factory Limited (Al Rawaa) is a decorative glass and mirror processing company which has been going from strength to strength specially in hotel interior projects.

Over the years, Al Rawaa has been associated with many varied projects all over the UAE, some of the most striking and prominent landmark projects include Burj Al Arab, Emirate Towers and Tower No. 1 (Dusit Dubai) where Al Rawaa has executed quality shower enclosure/doors, besides various stained and decorative glass and mirror works and related stainless steel and brass ornamental metal works.

Established in 1992, Al Rawaa has its own manufacturing anal processing facilities with computer-controlled, state-of-the-art machinery together with suitably qualified personnel to operate them in its new spacious facility at Sharjah, Industrial Area No.10.

For the Dusit Dubai hotel project, the Sharjah-based firm manufactured and installed 320 shower doors for all apartments and hotel suites and decorative glass and mirror works such as stained glass, etched glass, bevelled mirrors and related stainless steel and brass works as a nominated sub-contractor to Design Division/Engineers Office, says Mohan S Raikar, managing director for Al Rawaa.

Al Rawaa has proved its diverse capabilities with a wide range of products and services as well as its ability to successfully carry out fast-track works, he says.

The most recent innovative production facility introduced by Al Rawaa is a state-of-the-art wave bevelling machine which is a unique process introduced by the company for the first time in the UAE, according to Raikar.

"The wave bevelling process by Al Rawaa provides architects and interior designers with a striking alternative to simple and monotonous straight bevelling on glass and mirror widely done by many companies locally," he points out.

Other products and services offered by Al Rawaa are:

  • Bevelling;

  • Edge polishing - Flat, pencil and OG edge - finishing, on all thickness of glass and mirrors;

  • Stained glass - traditional handmade quality works in attractive designs and colours;

  • Etching and sandblasting - from simple to complex designs;

  • Deep engraving/3D etching - The company is specialised in 3D works, gold leafing, colouring, air brush colouring, acid-etching, stippling, textures and glue chipping.

  • Custom-made shower enclosures.

  • The company also represents leading manufacturers of quality hinges, knobs, towel rails in stainless steel and brass finish, PVC seals, magnetic seals and other bath-room accessories.

    Another line of specialisation is skylights and domes. The company, which claims to have vast experience in the field, says it can implement projects of any size or shape, no matter how large or intricate. It also offers three-dimensional models/concepts with a colour scheme. Various glazing combination are provided such as stained, etched or reflective glass, double-glazed units, polycarbonate sheets and materials as per architects requirements.

    Its product range also includes:

  • Table and countertops and shelf glass in thickness ranging from 6 to 19 mm and in a choice of edges and shape with fittings and accessories in stainless steel, brass and acrylic;

  • Mirrors - Al Rawaa has an automatic machine for polishing and bevelling. It offers mirrors in various intricate and difficult shapes and internal curve edging and bevelling;

  • Frameless glass doors and shop-fronts with stainless steel patch fittings.

  • Stainless steel and brass works - railings, balustrades, furniture fittings and components and custom fabrication.

  • Aluminium and glazing works - windows, doors, railing, kitchen cabinets, curtain-walls, skylights/domes/ceilings, aluminium cladding works, spaceframes, shop-fronts and rolling shutters.

    The company, which has executed several prestigious projects, is currently involved with prominent projects in Dubai including the Nad Al Sheba Grand Stand and Hilton Creek Dubai.

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