Frosted Privacy Films for Bright, 24‑Hour Privacy
Each of our frosted films delivers a soft, sandblasted aesthetic while keeping rooms beautifully bright. The differences come down to privacy strength, opacity, and where they can be installed.
Opal Frost Etch Effect vinyl
Light transmission: High
Appearance: Classic acid etching
Privacy level: Good and ideal for general day‑to‑day privacy
Important note: Objects very close to the glass within 30cm may still be visible.
Installation: Interior or exterior
Best for: Living spaces, overhead glazing, street‑facing windows where brightness matters
3M™ Haze Sandblast effect Vinyl
Light transmission: High, but with a denser, more opaque finish
Appearance: Smooth, premium sandblast glass effect
Privacy level: Strong. Excellent when you need more certainty
Installation: Interior or exterior
Best for: Bathrooms, or any setting where silhouettes must be obscured
SolarGard Clear Frost white Opaque
Light transmission: Bright, diffused white
Appearance: White opaque window film
Privacy level: Good and ideal for long term day to day use
Installation: Interior only
Best for: Long‑term privacy applications where durability and stability are priorities
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Frosted Films Heritage
Frosted window films trace their roots back to traditional sandblasted and acid‑etched glass, long used to soften daylight and create privacy without darkening a room.
Modern films carry that heritage forward, delivering the same elegant diffused look with far more flexibility. They are removable, affordable, durable, and suitable for both homes and workplaces.
Yes. All three films Opal Frost Vinyl, 3M™ Haze Vinyl, and SolarGard Clear Frost provide day‑and‑night privacy. They diffuse light rather than relying on reflectivity, so privacy remains consistent regardless of lighting conditions.
For the highest opacity, 3M™ Haze Vinyl.
No. All three films maintain high light transmission, keeping rooms bright and naturally lit. They soften the light rather than blocking it.
Yes. 3M Haze Vinyl is the most popular choice for bathrooms due to its higher opacity.
Yes. All three films can be removed without damaging the glass, making them ideal for rented properties or temporary privacy needs.
Yes. Ideal when your roof glazing is overlooked by neighbours
These films are primarily for privacy and aesthetics, not insulation. They don’t significantly change heat gain or heat loss as they simply diffuse light beautifully.
