Hello everyone,
We are currently planning the windows for our new build and are unsure about the glass type and privacy solution for the bathroom window...
The bathroom window on the first floor is about 1m (3.3 ft) above the floor with dimensions approximately 1x1m (3.3x3.3 ft). In the bathroom, the bathtub is located directly by the window, with the toilet and sink next to it, and a shower further back in the room. From the outside, there is a shared pathway about 4m (13 ft) deep in front of the window, then a garden around 15m (49 ft) deep, followed by a street and houses about 20m (66 ft) away that would have a direct view into the bathroom. Overall, there is some open space in front of the window.
Generally, you want to block outside views into the bathroom without having to lower blinds every time you use the room. The question now is whether to use frosted glass/satin glass for complete opacity or to install clear glass initially and later add a privacy film as needed, or use a pleated blind.
With frosted/satin glass, I feel the bathroom might lose some brightness and feel too enclosed—almost like having no window, just daylight coming through. It’s actually nice to be able to look outside sometimes. I think good quality films can also offer flexibility, allowing partial coverage with squares or lines, which still permits a view from inside to the outside. If you don’t like it, it can be changed or optimized with a pleated blind. On the other hand, these films might not be durable over time, could wear out, and may not provide optimal privacy in the long run...
Thank you in advance for your feedback!
We are currently planning the windows for our new build and are unsure about the glass type and privacy solution for the bathroom window...
The bathroom window on the first floor is about 1m (3.3 ft) above the floor with dimensions approximately 1x1m (3.3x3.3 ft). In the bathroom, the bathtub is located directly by the window, with the toilet and sink next to it, and a shower further back in the room. From the outside, there is a shared pathway about 4m (13 ft) deep in front of the window, then a garden around 15m (49 ft) deep, followed by a street and houses about 20m (66 ft) away that would have a direct view into the bathroom. Overall, there is some open space in front of the window.
Generally, you want to block outside views into the bathroom without having to lower blinds every time you use the room. The question now is whether to use frosted glass/satin glass for complete opacity or to install clear glass initially and later add a privacy film as needed, or use a pleated blind.
With frosted/satin glass, I feel the bathroom might lose some brightness and feel too enclosed—almost like having no window, just daylight coming through. It’s actually nice to be able to look outside sometimes. I think good quality films can also offer flexibility, allowing partial coverage with squares or lines, which still permits a view from inside to the outside. If you don’t like it, it can be changed or optimized with a pleated blind. On the other hand, these films might not be durable over time, could wear out, and may not provide optimal privacy in the long run...
Thank you in advance for your feedback!
We also chose clear glass, both in the bathrooms and for the front door. Personally, I don’t find any type of frosted or satin glass attractive; it always looks worse compared to clear glass, especially on front doors. However, we are not worried about someone possibly seeing us in minimal clothing... well, if that happens, so be it.