Reeded and fluted glass
Ribbed glass that blurs the view and lets light through, for doors, partitions, shower screens and cabinets.
Reeded glass, also called fluted or ribbed glass, has fine vertical ribs that break up the view behind it while letting the light through. It suits internal doors, room dividers, shower screens, kitchen cabinets and furniture.
We cut, edge and toughen or laminate it to your sizes. Send us your sizes and tell us where it is going.
Where it is used
| Use | Usual build | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Internal doors and side panels | Toughened, or toughened laminated | Doors are a critical location, so safety glass is needed |
| Room dividers and partitions | Toughened or laminated | Ribs can run vertically or horizontally |
| Shower screens | Toughened | Holes for hinges are made before toughening |
| Cabinet doors and furniture | Toughened or annealed | Tell us the hinge type |
| Windows and front doors | In a double glazed unit | Reeded glass can be one pane of the unit |
Privacy and light
Reeded glass blurs shapes and colours, which gives good privacy close up while keeping a room bright. It is not fully opaque: at night, with a light on behind it, movement can still be seen. Tell us how much privacy you need and we suggest the right glass.
Safety glass in doors
In England, glass in a door, or in a side panel close to a door, from floor level up to 1500 mm, and other glass below 800 mm, is a critical location and must be safety glass (Approved Document K). Reeded glass can be toughened or laminated for these places.
How to ask for a price
- Measure each panel in millimetres, width first.
- Tell us which way the ribs should run.
- Mark any hinge holes or cut-outs from two edges.
- Tell us where the glass is going so we can check it should be toughened or laminated.
Questions we are asked
Is reeded glass the same as fluted glass?
Yes, both names are used for glass with fine parallel ribs.
Can reeded glass be toughened?
Yes. It can be toughened, laminated or built into a double glazed unit.
Which way should the ribs run?
Most doors and screens have vertical ribs. Tell us on your order; on a rectangle we cannot turn it round afterwards.
Is it easy to clean?
The ribbed side holds more dust than flat glass. In showers and kitchens, ask for the flat side to face the side that gets dirty.
Questions
How do I measure?
Measure the glass you need, not the hole it goes in. Allow for the frame and any gap. See our measuring guide.
Where is it made?
At our factory in Tuzla, Istanbul. See inside our factory.
How much is delivery?
It depends on your order and postcode. Your written price includes it. See delivery and returns.
What if I am not sure which one I need?
Choose the closest and tell us in your notes where the glass is going. We check it with you before anything is made.
Can I get technical documents?
Ask us for the technical sheet for this product. Contact us.