Decorative Glass
Frosted / Acid-Etched Glass
Acid-etched glass is treated with a hydrofluoric acid process that permanently etches the glass surface, producing a uniform frosted, translucent finish that diffuses light while obscuring visibility through the glass.
Specifications
- Standard Thickness
- 4mm – 12mm
- Max Size
- 2440 × 3660mm
- Free Sample(12'')
- 7days
Key Features
Permanent, uniform frosted finish that won't peel or wear off like an applied film, diffuses light while maintaining privacy, and is available in fully frosted or custom pattern configurations.
Where This Glass Is Used
Interior partitions, bathroom glazing, and decorative applications requiring privacy with light transmission.
Manufacturing Process
- Acid etching — A hydrofluoric acid-based process etches the glass surface, creating a permanent, uniformly frosted texture at the microscopic level.
- Pattern masking — Selective masking allows partial or patterned etching, combining clear and frosted zones on the same lite.
- Surface finishing — Etched surfaces can be produced single- or double-sided depending on the desired diffusion and cleanability requirements.
- Tempering compatibility — Acid-etched glass can be tempered before or after etching depending on the production process and safety requirements.
Applications & Use Cases
- Interior Office Partitions — Diffuses light while providing visual privacy between workspaces.
- Bathroom & Shower Glazing — Combines safety glazing with privacy in residential and hospitality bathrooms.
- Signage & Branding — Etched logos or patterns for branded interior glazing.
- Conference Rooms — Fully or partially frosted glazing for controlled visibility.
Standard Sizes & Specifications
Configuration | Thickness Range | Max Size |
|---|---|---|
Fully frosted, single-side | 4–12mm | 2440 × 3660mm |
Custom pattern (partial etch) | 4–12mm | 2440 × 3660mm |
Technical Service
We support your project from drawing review to delivery, not just order fulfillment.
- Drawing & Spec Review — Shop drawings and project specs are reviewed before production to confirm sizes, tolerances, and edge/hole details match your requirements.
- Testing & Documentation — Mill test certificates, thickness/strength test reports, and compliance documentation provided for project submittals.
- Technical Consultation — Our team advises on coating, thickness, and configuration selection to meet your project's structural and energy code requirements.
Customization
- Custom Cut Sizes & Shapes — Curved, notched, cut-corner, and irregular shapes fabricated to your CAD drawings, not limited to standard rectangles.
- Edgework & Drilling — Polished, beveled, or seamed edges, plus precision hole drilling and cutouts for hardware and fittings.
- Coating & Printing Options — Combine with Low-E coating, tinting, or ceramic silkscreen/digital printing on the same order.
Packaging & Shipping
- Export-Grade Crating — Reinforced wooden A-frame or flat crates with edge protection, built for ocean freight handling.
- Container Loading — Load plans optimize container utilization while maintaining safe glass spacing to prevent transit damage.
- Shipping Documentation — Packing lists, certificates of origin, and mill certificates prepared in advance for smooth customs clearance.
- Lead Time — 7days in 12'' sample; 15days in mock up sample; 35days in project order.