I have supplied glass for the customer to paint but it is very tricky and hit and miss.
Now I use a product called Dreamwalls supplied by Gardner Glass.

http://www.houzz.com/projects/90655/Hershey-Test-Kitchen

Though less color range reflected glass films are more consistent and have professional installers available.

Backpainted glass backsplashes can literally be painted on very poorly and then installed, then there are other companies that offer products that have warranties where the glass is painted (usually sprayed on very evenly) and it is cured, the color does not chip off, or fade.. If you live in NY, Manhattan Shade & Glass does custom glass backsplashes with their "GLASSKOTE" product that can be done in any Benjamin Moore color. The are other glass painting techniques such as englomise which are beautifully done glass murals.

With a glass that is sandblasted on 1 side, you'd see the glues used for installs through the glass and more than likely not used. Sandblasting changes the texture... not the color.

thank you for thta info. I am in canada so I will have to find a place here. do you know if you can have the glass cut out around the light switches etc.. or does it have to be a striaght run?

A good glazier can make openings for electrical outlets and to fit around the contour of cabinets.

yes.. if they're professional they should be able to cut holes for outlets, etc... if you're lucky, they can even backcoat and make custom outlet covers to match!

thanks for your help!

We offer a dual-coated product for excellent opacity. It's heat-cured for excellent durability. We color match from any paint or color matching specification and ensure it matches with color spectrophotometer. PLUS we offer a warranty to the trade. We try to make the "gold standard" of back painted glass.

I looked you up, just what I am looking for!