Sandblasted and acid etched frosted glass from 4mm to 19mm. Privacy with natural light. Processed at own plant in Nelamangala, Bangalore. Can be toughened, laminated, or used in DGU.
Frosted glass is clear or tinted glass with a translucent, light-diffusing surface created by sandblasting or acid etching. It provides privacy while allowing natural light to pass through, making it suitable for partitions, doors, windows, and bathrooms. Karnataka Metal Company processes frosted glass at its own glass plant in Nelamangala, Bangalore.
Karnataka Metal Company offers two frosting methods, each producing a different surface quality and finish. Both methods can be applied to clear, extra clear, or tinted glass in thicknesses from 4mm to 19mm.
High-pressure sand or abrasive particles create a uniformly frosted surface. Available in full-surface frosting or selective patterns using stencils and masks. Coarser texture with a matte finish. More affordable for large panels and high-volume orders. Sandblasted glass can be combined with toughening or lamination for safety applications.
A chemical acid bath creates a smoother, more uniform frosted finish than sandblasting, giving a better surface feel and easier cleaning. The acid etched surface is fingerprint-resistant and provides consistent light diffusion across the entire panel. Preferred for premium interiors, hospitality, and high-end residential projects. It is also a good choice for washrooms, where the acid etched surface gives a smoother finish that beads water and resists mineral stain build-up.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Glass base | Clear, extra clear, tinted (green, grey, bronze) |
| Thickness | 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 15mm, 19mm |
| Max size | 2000 × 5000 mm |
| Frosting methods | Sandblasted, acid etched |
| Frosting options | Full surface, partial/pattern, single side, both sides |
| Can be toughened | Yes, frosting is applied before tempering |
| Can be laminated | Yes, frosted glass as one or both plies |
| Can be used in DGU | Yes, frosted pane as inner or outer lite |
| Light transmission | 70–85% depending on frosting level and glass thickness |
| Privacy level | Moderate to full, adjustable by frosting method and density |
| Plant | Nelamangala, Bangalore (50,000 sqft) |
| Certifications | BIS/ISI, ISO 9001 |
| Property | Frosted Glass | Clear Glass |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | Yes, translucent, obscures view | No, fully transparent |
| Light transmission | 70–85% | 85–90% |
| UV filtering | Partial, diffuses direct UV | Minimal |
| Fingerprint visibility | Low (sandblasted) / Very low (acid etched) | High |
| Cleaning | Requires care: textured surface traps dust on sandblasted; acid etched is easier to clean | Easy wipe-down |
| Glare reduction | Yes, diffuses direct light, reduces hotspots | No |
| Cost | Sandblasted: Rs. 200/sqm; acid etched: Rs. 1200/sqm | Base price |
| Design flexibility | Patterns, gradients, selective frosting | Limited to tinting and coatings |
Karnataka Metal Company processes frosted glass at its own 50,000 sqft glass plant at Nelamangala, Bangalore, not outsourced to third parties. Direct control over frosting quality, consistency, and lead times.
Sandblasted and acid etched frosting at the same facility. The right method is selected based on the application: sandblasting for cost-effective large panels and patterns, acid etching for premium interiors and fingerprint-resistant surfaces.
Frosted glass can be toughened, laminated, or assembled into DGU at the same plant. No need to coordinate between a frosting vendor and a tempering vendor: toughened glass, laminated glass, and DGU processing are all in-house.
Frosted glass panels with aluminium framing from a single source. Partition sections, door frames, and window profiles paired with frosted glass: one supplier, one purchase order.
ISO 9001:2015 certified. BIS/ISI certified glass processing. In-house quality lab with GASP and Merlin Lazer instruments.
Delivery across Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. All dispatches from Bangalore. Single panels for retail buyers or bulk orders for commercial projects.
Looking for frosted glass in Bangalore? Contact Karnataka Metal Company for sandblasted or acid etched frosted glass panels, pricing, and delivery across South India.
