Which glass should I choose for a Crittall-style screen?
Clear toughened safety glass suits most screens. Choose reeded glass for privacy, acoustic laminated glass to cut noise between rooms, and fire-rated glass where a screen forms part of an escape route.
Updated October 2026
Clear toughened glass
The standard choice. Toughened glass is several times stronger than ordinary glass and breaks into small, blunt pieces. It meets safety glazing rules for doors and low-level panes.
Laminated and acoustic glass
Laminated glass has a plastic interlayer that holds the pane together if it breaks. Acoustic laminated glass uses a special interlayer that noticeably reduces noise, which is worth it for home offices and kitchen screens facing a living room.
Reeded, fluted and satin glass
These obscure the view while letting light through. Reeded glass has fine vertical ribs and a vintage look; satin glass gives an even frosted finish and more privacy.
Fire-rated glass
Fire-rated glass is part of a tested system with a matching frame and seals. It is required where glazing forms part of a protected escape route.
Can I mix glass types in one screen?
Yes. A common choice is reeded panes at eye level with clear glass above, or acoustic glass in a door and clear in the fixed panes.