Good Questions: How Do I Frost My Glass Without Etching It?

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Hello AT,

Does anyone know how to properly "frost" windows for privacy yet still allow in the light? I have seen spray applications that look great but eventually peel or scrape.

Since I rent do not want to get frosted glass and good organza curtains seem to self destruct in a matter of months. Any and all tips appreciated.

Ogma

Dear O,

We liked your question for the oddity of it. As far as we know properly frosted windows are etched with acid to cloud the surface, and ANYTHING else you do will not be quite the same. The only alternative is to apply a spray or a contact paper, which won't be perfect but worth trying (why not?). Below are a few links we found to some products:
Decorative Films looks good
Gallery Glass is recommended by some to create this effect
Berekely Parent's network talks about a film from GILA
Frosting windows with Epsom Salts MGR

Comments (5)

I tried the Matt Medium method and it turned out really well. I used it on a small window in the half bath. I used makeup sponges to give a nice texture, instead of brush stroke.

Don't get the gel or spray.

cheers!

I found a large selection of contact paper for glass windows at www.designyourwall.com.

I recently used a window frosting film called sandblast. A great priced film and easy to install (just make sure you spray the film with lots of soapy water....the film is from New Zealand but they ship worldwide...you can find it at www.windowfrosting.co.nz

Cheers
Mat

Here is the company's website that Debbie Travis featured on window film. If you snoop around the website there are video demonstrations on how to put it up too.

http://www.apexfilms.ca/debbie-travis-on-window-film-featuring-apex-toronto-window-films.htm

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