The optimum backing glass option for heat/light?

kuepper

I'm getting a new door with a double glazed panel to improve the light. I don't want just clear glass and there seems options for different types of obscure backing glass but  mainly 2 sorts - textured glass or satin/frosted glass - I prefer. Looking on glass websites they all have blurb that focuses on privacy and to some extent mention light but I can't find any mention of whether they all have the same thermal properties. Any one have any knowledge on which is best for a heat retention/light balance?

FreeBear

The glass will have to meet minimum standards for thermal performance regardless of the pattern or frosting. What you might lose out on is thermal gain when the sun shines.

Had some windows fitted a year or so back, one of which was a bathroom window. I wanted something with a light frosting, but not overpowering. Got handed a small sample, and it kinda looked OK. After being fitted, way heavier than expected... Level 5 privacy is the rating given for that particular bit of glass.

I would strongly recommend you get to see a large pane of glass with your chosen pattern/frosting before making a final decision - 600x600mm minimum.

kuepper

FreeBear said:

The glass will have to meet minimum standards for thermal performance regardless of the pattern or frosting. What you might lose out on is thermal gain when the sun shines.

Had some windows fitted a year or so back, one of which was a bathroom window. I wanted something with a light frosting, but not overpowering. Got handed a small sample, and it kinda looked OK. After being fitted, way heavier than expected... Level 5 privacy is the rating given for that particular bit of glass.

I would strongly recommend you get to see a large pane of glass with your chosen pattern/frosting before making a final decision - 600x600mm minimum.

I wish I could see the glass in real ljfe but the 3 people I'm getting quotes from just refer me to brochures or email me pics

FreeBear

kuepper said:

FreeBear said:

The glass will have to meet minimum standards for thermal performance regardless of the pattern or frosting. What you might lose out on is thermal gain when the sun shines.

Had some windows fitted a year or so back, one of which was a bathroom window. I wanted something with a light frosting, but not overpowering. Got handed a small sample, and it kinda looked OK. After being fitted, way heavier than expected... Level 5 privacy is the rating given for that particular bit of glass.

I would strongly recommend you get to see a large pane of glass with your chosen pattern/frosting before making a final decision - 600x600mm minimum.

I wish I could see the glass in real ljfe but the 3 people I'm getting quotes from just refer me to brochures or email me pics

Pay a visit to a local glazier and ask to see large samples - I wish I'd done that before getting the bathroom window.