Privacy Glass
Prevent disturbances with privacy glass windows for homes. Privacy glass doesn’t have to be standard anymore. With options such as glue chip, obscure pebble, chinchilla, and waterfall, homeowners can gain privacy in their homes and a beautiful aesthetic at the same time. Privacy glass is available in all styles and levels of ProVia windows. ProVia privacy glass can be custom designed to fit any frame and any room in your house. For privacy glass installation, be sure to contact J-Tech for a free estimate.
WHAT IS PRIVACY GLASS?
Privacy glass is used for windows where the owner doesn’t want anyone seeing in. Installing privacy windows will allow you to transform a space for the perfect blend of sunlight and seclusion. These types of windows are commonplace for both internal and outside facing windows.
While similar in function, tinted windows in cars are different, as they are usually covered in a film to make the windows darker. These windows are designed to limit visibility from the outside while still allowing sunlight to fill the room.
TYPES OF WINDOW GLASS FOR PRIVACY
Here are a few of the most popular types of privacy glass for homes:
- Frosted Glass – Perhaps the most common type of privacy glass in homes, frosted glass windows utilize a “foggy” aesthetic.
- Etched Glass – Similar to frosted glass, but the pattern or design is etched into the surface for a more decorative touch.
- Textured Glass – Offers privacy with a raised or textured surface on the glass itself, reducing visibility.
WHERE TO INSTALL PRIVACY GLASS
You can install privacy windows in just about any room of the house. Some of the most popular rooms to install privacy glass are the following:
- Bathrooms – Installing privacy glass in your bathroom will allow you to enjoy natural light without compromising privacy while using the shower or toilet.
- Sunrooms – Frosted glass windows are great for sunrooms. Here, they provide privacy while softening sunlight, creating a more comfortable indoor space.
- Basements – Some basement hopper windows utilize privacy glass to let in natural light while maintaining privacy from those that pass by.
Also known as a double-sash window, a double hung window has two moving sashes that slide up and down vertically. Both sashes on a double hung window can open inward to allow for more ventilation and make them easier to clean. Double hung windows are a popular type of window and are commonly used in homes as they provide many options in materials to match any look or aesthetic. Standard double hung window sizes start at 24 inches horizontally and go to 48 inches. Their height ranges from 36 to 72 inches.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does privacy glass work?
Privacy glass windows will allow light to enter your home while obscuring a clear view of the inside of your house. This is achieved by creating glass windows with unique designs and atypical patterns that one would not find on a standard window. Frosted glass is the most common type of privacy glass windows for homes, and will intentionally appear blurry.
Can you see through privacy glass?
Yes and no. The entire point of privacy glass windows is preventing wandering eyes from looking through the window. However, privacy glass is still “glass.” Looking through will allow someone to see vague outlines and profiles of whatever is on the other side without giving a clear focus.
Can privacy glass be removed?
Yes. Once you install privacy glass windows for your home, you can swap it out at any time. If you’d like to switch a bathroom window with a different type of window, or even another style of privacy glass window, our team at J-Tech can remove and install ProVia privacy glass windows in less than a day.
