What is the most popular obscure glass?
satin glass
Perhaps the most common sort of obscure glass is satin glass. Which has been chemically treated to stop it from being transparent, while still allowing light through. Immediately distinctive with its smooth, frosted appearance, satin glass is a versatile and popular form of obscure glass.
What is obscure window glass?
Obscure glass is an umbrella term that describes any glass that’s partially or fully opaque, making it hard to see through. Obscure glass often has an embedded pattern and is designed to be decorative as well as practical.
What is obscure glass called?
Frosted glass
Obscure glass is a category name for any glass type that offers some level of a reduction in transparency. Frosted glass offer this ability to reduce visibility through the glass and is distinguished by its white opaque frosting.
What is patterned glass called?
Obscure glass
Obscure glass, also called patterned glass, figured glass, or decorative glass is typically a type of rolled glass that has a pattern embedded into the surface of the glass by the roller.
Is obscure glass more expensive?
Although more expensive than clear glass, it can be found to suit all budget requirements.
Can obscure glass be toughened?
Obscure glass can be tempered just like other glass, and often is.
How is obscure glass made?
Frosted glass is produced by the sandblasting or acid etching of clear sheet glass. This creates a pitted surface on one side of the glass pane and has the effect of rendering the glass translucent by scattering the light which passes through, thus blurring images while still transmitting light.
What is the difference between frosted glass and obscure glass?
Frosted glass is just one type of obscure glass. It is glass that has been acid etched to create a pitted surface on the panels. This permits some light to pass through but prevents little more than shapes or silhouettes to be seen on the other side.
Is obscure glass tempered?
The glass is available in annealed and tempered with thicknesses ranging from 5/32″ to 3/8″ thick. This glass is commonly referred to as satin etch or frosted.
Is obscure glass safety glass?
Can obscure glass be tempered? Yes. You can have the obscure glass tempered to ensure it’s reinforced with added strength and minimise shattering. Compared to regular glass, toughened obscure glass is far more challenging to break.
Can obscure glass be laminated?
Toughened or laminated versions are available for safety and/or security. All are incorporated into our Insulated Glass Units.
What are the different types of obscure glass patterns?
Popular options for patterned obscure glass include leaves, stars, geometric shapes, and more. Classic patterns such as Flemish (a flower pattern) or Chantilly (a lace design, as you might have guessed) and Master Carré (a grid of tiny squares) each have their own personality and visual effects.
What are obscure glass windows and why are they so popular?
Obscure glass windows can bring in a lot of visual interest to your home. They are very stylish and can be used to add an interesting decorative feature to your home. However, they do not only offer an interesting visual effect but they are also very practical and versatile.
Why choose a textured glass window pattern?
Careful selection of your windows pattern can also be a way to control light levels to minimize the need for artificial lighting. Wherever you need both a measure of seclusion and a way for light to enter, a textured glass pattern will be your friend. Questions? Feel free to reach out to us at 1-888-474-2221 .
Can obscure glass be customized?
Obscure glass can be customized with different mixes, patterns and shapes. That’s the special property of the material. You can mix frosted and patterned glass or opaque and patterned material.