Ambient Glow Technology AGT™ is the market leader in high performance glow stones, glow pebbles, and glow rocks for concrete and asphalt. It all started in 2008 with the current industry standard, Commercial Grade Glow Stones and has since perfected the creation and application of high performing glow in the dark stones for almost any type of concrete and asphalt project. Whether you want to add a glowing ambiance in your pool or create an eco-friendly glowing path through a park, AGT™ has the products and the knowledge to make your project perfect.
Glow stones also known as photo-luminescent aggregate were first introduced to the concrete industry in 2008 by Ambient Glow Technology – AGT™ and have since gained global notoriety due to their magical glowing qualities. Unlike shimmering, Mica-laden or fiber optic embedded concrete, glow in the dark stones ‘self-power’. They absorb UV spectrum light and store it until the charging source is no longer present and then begin to give off their energy in the form of ambient light. This maintenance-free, charging and discharging process will continue indefinitely allowing concrete and asphalt surfaces to luminesce for many years to come.
In general, glow stones are powered by photo-luminescent (glow) pigment otherwise know as Strontium Aluminate - a non-radioactive rare earth element. This glow pigment is mixed into either resin or glass to create a glow stone. Different grades of glow stones contain higher or lower loading rates of glow pigment. It’s also important to note that there are different qualities of glow pigment as well - the higher the quality, the brighter and longer the glow. Glow stone grades range from hobby-grade plastic pebbles and glass glow chips with a glow time of approximately 10-60 minutes, to high performance AGT™ Commercial Grade and Ultra Grade non-shrinking resin glow aggregates with glow times of over 10 hours.
The answer lies in the loading rate and material quality of glow pigment used. The lower the glow pigment quality and loading rate - the lower the overall glow also known as luminosity. Glass glow chips tend to exhibit a lower luminosity than for example a non-shrinking, resin–based glow stone. This is due to the fact that molten glass cannot bind with higher levels of glow pigment without affecting the molecular integrity of the glass itself. As well, the high temperatures at which glow glass chips are produced effect the glow pigment’s ability to glow. On the other hand, AGT™ Commercial Grade and ULTRA Grade glow in the dark stones are made with a specialized non-shrinking resin which can absorb much higher loading rates of our proprietary super-luminosity glow pigment – allowing AGT™ glow stones the ability to out-perform all other forms of glow aggregates, natural glow marble or glow crystals commonly found on the internet.
To ensure our customers receive the best glow stones on the market, the R&D division at AGT™ Glow Labs has spent years perfecting our formula to create a photo-luminescent aggregate that meets and exceeds all expectations when it comes to material quality, glow duration and price. In 2015 we made a technological breakthrough and unveiled the world’s first DIN67510 Part 1 Compliant super-luminosity glow stone - AGT Ultra™ Grade. This new formula has been third party tested and guaranteed to exhibit the highest luminosity and glow persistence technically possible.
AGT™ glow stones are:The NEW Gold Standard in Glow Stone Technology...
AGT™ ULTRA-X Glow Stones were engineered to provide the brightest initial luminosity and longest glow persistence in the world. According to DIN 67510-1:2009 Third Party Lab Testing, these HYPER-LUMINOSITY glow stones exhibit an industry-leading Glow Power Rating of: 8796 mcd/m2 @ 1 minute.
These three glow colors have long been favored by architects and artists alike and are perfect for outdoor walking trails, bike paths and entertainment areas.
Where it all began… Commercial Grade Glow Stones have been the industry-standard since 2008. This grade is the benchmark for professional use glow stones and remains the go-to product for clients requiring a moderately priced, high performing glow in the dark stone.
The best of the best… Ultra Grade Glow Stones are designed for the most demanding glow projects as they are the worlds brightest, and long lasting glow stone. Testing has confirmed they offer a 30% higher luminosity and glow duration than even the Commercial Grade Glow Stones and 30-60% higher than any of our competition.
AGT™ Resin Coarse Glow Sand features the same glow performance as our ULTRA Grade glow stones with the flexibility of being applied on to existing concrete surfaces by way of a clear topical sealer. The resin glow sand is sealed on to the surface of the clear coat and then a second coat of sealer locks the material in. The application of resin glow sand in this manner creates a functional, anti-slip glow surface that resists abrasion and creates yet another later of surface safety.
Fine glowing sand… AGT’s™ super-luminosity encapsulated fine glow sand is perfect for detailed work such as outlining borders or logos. It’s also excellent for applications in light coloured concrete, stuccos or grouts, GFRC spray mixes, clear epoxies, solvent-based high-build concrete sealers and metallic coatings.
Our NEW - AGT™ High Performance Glowing Mini Pebbles feature an even longer & brighter glow than our industry-leading ULTRA Grade Glow Stones. The innovative shape of the 1/8" sized glow aggregate was specially designed for pool batch use and the 1/4" sized AGT™ Glowing Mini Pebbles were designed for hand-broadcasting onto horizontal surfaces such as pool floors, Baja Shelves and stairs as well as exposed aggregate concrete pool decks, patios and walkways. The shape and size of these glowing mini pebbles are very similar to that found in common pea gravel aggregate
These glowing mini pebbles will outperform any/all types of Glow in the Dark Gravel, Glow Marble natural stone, Glass Glow Chips or even Quantum grade glow stones.
AGT™ glow stones and glow sand can be used as a unique and exciting design element on any type of surface application. Our ideal recommendations include:
If you’re unsure whether you can apply glow stones or glow sand in your project, contact us! We have experienced consultants just for this situation that will help you visualize and create your perfect glowing application.
Not sure what type of glow stone would be best for your project? Get a sample set and see the various sizes and colours for yourself. Best of all, shipping is free and it only costs $9. Sample sets are available for Commercial Grade, Ultra Grade and Glow Sand.
*Special offer, if you download our AGT™ Buyers Guide and subscribe to our newsletter, we’ll send you a free sample set on us! In the buyer's guide you’ll get valuable information like, what the difference is between glow stone types, what type and size is best for your project, how to apply glow stones in concrete, and how much you should order for your project.
Inspiration for adding glow stones to your professional or DIY home projects.
