Cabinet Glass
Cabinet glass Inserts
Glass for Kitchen Cabinet Doors
Using glass for kitchen cabinet doors offers a versatile design element that enhances both the style and functionality of your space. Whether you opt for clear glass to display your dishware or frosted and textured options for added privacy, cabinet door glass brings a modern, refined look to any kitchen. The variety of glass types available allows you to customize the appearance of your cabinets, making them a focal point that complements the overall aesthetic of your kitchen. Plus, the durability and ease of maintenance make glass an ideal choice for those looking to blend beauty with practicality in their home design.
Reed & Cross Reed Glass
Fluted Glass, otherwise known as ribbed or reeded glass, is a linear textured glass offered in various pattern dimensions. For a wide-set pattern, a half-inch fluted glass such as the half inch reed is an ideal choice. This product allows light to come through, while also maintaining a medium level of privacy. If looking for a ribbed texture with a tighter pattern, explore the Reed Estriado. Estriado provides a higher level of obscurity while also allowing for light and limited details to pass through. This product has a tight 1/8 inch ribbed surface texture similar to that of corduroy.
Antique/Restoration
For all intents and purposes, Restoration Window Glass is a product used in the restoration or recreation of old-world cabinetry, windows, and doors. These wavy glass products are created using the same exact methods as early glass production. In some cases, these products use modern equipment to recreate the style of glass made in the previous centuries. The Circa 1900 and Old World Colonial glass products are an excellent choice for a light and elegantly distorted glass with an old-world feel. These products also maintain function as a see-through window with limited privacy. The perfect choice for keeping the items in your cabinets framed and on display behind a distinguished and tasteful glass panel. For heavier distortion and waves, try the Crown Glass Heavy restoration window glass product.
Wire Pattern Glass
Traditional chicken wire glass adds an antique farmhouse charm to cabinets and transoms. For cabinet inserts, traditional wire glass may be too thick and heavy. A great alternative to this is digitally printed chicken wire glass. Check out the Chicken Wire printed on clear glass, or print to seedy glass to add a more antique look. The color and size of the wire can be customized and you can print on almost any pattern or textured glass. This glass is a truly unique product.
Colored Glass
The colored glass featured in the SofTones™ section is a collection of tints applied using direct to glass digital printing. Subtle colors bring out the pattern and obscurity of the decorative glass. You can experiment with different shades and opacities to make a custom glass insert. The shades of pink and grey found online are in variations of 100%, 50%, and 25% opacity. The lower percentage means that less of the color is applied to the glass.
Frosted Glass
Frosted glass, otherwise known as acid-etched glass has an elegant and sleek appearance. It gives your cabinets a classy, yet private design. You can find etched glass available in various opacities and with patterns. You will be able to see only silhouettes for most objects behind the glass. Check out the Novomat and Novoglass products if looking to add a clean, satin finish glass to your cabinets.

Our Cabinet Glass Inventory
Using specialty glass in kitchen cabinet doors offers a versatile design element that enhances both the style and functionality of your space. Whether you opt for clear glass to display your dishware or frosted and textured options for added privacy, cabinet door glass brings a modern, refined look to any kitchen. The variety of glass types available allows you to customize the appearance of your cabinets, making them a focal point that complements the overall aesthetic of your kitchen. Plus, the durability and ease of maintenance make glass an ideal choice for those looking to blend beauty with practicality in their home design.
How to Measure Glass for Cabinet Doors
1. Measure the opening – find the length and width of the opening from end to end using a tape measure
2. Determine the thickness of the glass – the most commonly used thicknesses include 1/8”, 5/32”, and ¼” thick.
3. Calculate the glass size
a. Subtract for the frame- If the glass will be set in a frame, subtract 1/8” from each dimension to allow for a proper fit.
b. Example: If your opening is 24” wide x 30” high, the glass you order would measure 23-7/8” x 29-7/8” to fit into the frame correctly.
4. Select your favorite specialty glass – Consider clear, frosted, seeded, colored, reeded, or wavy glass. There are so many fun decorative possibilities to use that will compliment your kitchen and homestyle.
5. Double check everything
6. Installation – The glass can be secured in place using clips, a frame, or adhesive. If you have a builder or contractor, they can help with the best recommendations.
Safety Options
Most cabinet glass is offered either annealed or tempered. Tempering is the process of heat strengthening theglass so it breaks in smaller pieces. Tempered glass is 4 times stronger than annealed glass making it a great choice for high traffic areas. Tempering your cabinet glass is a great way to enhance the safety and durability of your glass. It’s always a good idea to check with your contractor or building code requirements when considering glass safety options

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