Thickness: 5 and 8mm
Glass substrate: Clear or low iron single glass
Possible glass make up: Tempered pattern glass, laminated pattern glass and/or mirror, IGU
Applications & Performance
Typical applications include bathroom windows, where pattern glass maintains privacy while admitting natural light. It is also used for interior partitions to define spaces without full opacity, and for shower enclosures, where textured surfaces add safety and design character.
Bathroom Windows
- Function: Provides privacy while allowing natural light transmission.
- Performance: Textured surface diffuses light; laminated option available for safety compliance.
Interior Partitions
- Function: Defines spaces without full opacity, adds decorative character.
- Performance: Wide range of patterns ensures design flexibility; compatible with common glazing systems.
Shower Enclosures
- Function: Enhances privacy and safety in wet environments.
- Performance: Textured finish reduces visibility and improves slip resistance when laminated.
Decorative Glass (Color Interlayer / Mirror Backing)
- Function: Expands aesthetic options with tinted effects or reflective depth.
- Performance: Tested for durability and bonding with interlayers; suitable for feature walls and decorative façades.
Laminated Safety Glass
- Function: Meets structural and safety requirements for interior and exterior use.
- Performance: Improved impact resistance; compliant with building codes and safety standards.
Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) Panels
- Function: Integrates privacy and decorative texture into energy-generating façade systems.
- Performance: Textured surface assists in light diffusion and glare control; laminated construction ensures structural safety; compatibility verified with PV interlayers.
All products are manufactured under strict quality control and tested for compatibility with common glazing systems. South Star Glass pattern glass provides a reliable solution that combines privacy, safety, and decorative versatility, making it a practical choice for a wide range of architectural applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
QWhat thicknesses are available for South Star Glass pattern glass?
South Star Glass pattern glass is available in two standard thicknesses: 5mm and 8mm. Both options are suitable for a range of residential and commercial glazing applications.
QWhat glass substrates are used for pattern glass production?
Pattern glass is produced using either clear or low iron single glass as the substrate. Low iron glass offers higher light transmission and a more neutral appearance, making it ideal for decorative and premium applications.
QCan pattern glass be used for safety-critical applications like shower enclosures?
Yes. Pattern glass can be manufactured as tempered or laminated glass, both of which meet safety requirements for wet environments such as shower enclosures. Laminated options also improve impact resistance and comply with relevant building safety standards.
QIs pattern glass compatible with IGU (Insulated Glass Unit) assemblies?
Yes. Pattern glass can be incorporated into IGU configurations, providing the combined benefits of thermal insulation and privacy or decorative performance for windows and façades.
QCan pattern glass be used in BIPV (Building-Integrated Photovoltaic) systems?
Yes. Pattern glass is compatible with BIPV façade systems. Its textured surface assists with light diffusion and glare control, while the laminated construction ensures structural safety. Compatibility with PV interlayers has been verified.
QWhat decorative options are available with pattern glass?
Pattern glass supports a wide range of decorative possibilities, including color interlayer lamination for tinted effects, mirror backing for reflective depth, and various embossed surface textures. These options make it suitable for feature walls, interior partitions, bathroom windows, and decorative façades.


