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The metal strips (typically lead, zinc, brass, or copper) that hold individual glass pieces together in leaded or stained glass designs. Caming creates the characteristic dark lines defining glass patterns in decorative doors.
Lead came is traditional, soft, and easily shaped around glass curves. Zinc came is stronger and more rigid, used for structural lines. Brass and copper add decorative color. Came profiles include H-channel (joins two pieces) and U-channel (finishes edges).
Camed glass panels in doors require protective glazing layers for durability and security. Fire-rated applications cannot use traditional camed construction. Synthetic caming (vinyl, fiberglass) offers durability for exterior exposure. Related: glazing, beveled glass door. Browse decorative doors.
