Exploring the Different Obscurity Levels of Seves Glass Blocks: Finding the Perfect Balance of Privacy and Light
Seves glass blocks have become a popular choice in modern architecture, seamlessly blending functionality with aesthetic appeal. They offer a unique solution for enhancing privacy while still allowing natural light to permeate through your spaces. However, not all glass blocks are created equal; they come in various levels of obscurity to meet different needs. Understanding these obscurity levels can help you make an informed decision about which type is right for your project.
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Seves glass blocks have become a popular choice in modern architecture, seamlessly blending functionality with aesthetic appeal. They offer a unique solution for enhancing privacy while still allowing natural light to permeate through your spaces. However, not all glass blocks are created equal; they come in various levels of obscurity to meet different needs. Understanding these obscurity levels can help you make an informed decision about which type is right for your project.
Maximum Obscurity Patterns:
Maximum obscurity allows medium to moderate light transmission while giving you the highest privacy level.
The Arctic block pattern is our most obscured block that we offer. Featuring a frosty texture that allows medium light transmission while providing greater privacy.
The next level down in maximum obscurity is our Ice block pattern. The pattern provides a higher degree of privacy with moderate light transmission.
The third level down in maximum obscurity is our Samba block pattern. Get maximum privacy with enough light transmission. Featuring tight flute of checker-board patterns.
Medium Obscurity Patterns:
Medium obscurity allows maximum light transmission while providing a moderate privacy level.
The Cross Large is our top level in our medium obscurity patterns. This pattern allows maximum light transmission and medium privacy by diffusing it.
Next level down in medium obscurity is our Argus block pattern. This pattern provides medium privacy by diffusing light while allowing maximum light transmission.
The lowest level in our medium obscurity is our Endura block pattern. This pattern provides medium privacy with moderate light transmission.
Low Obscurity Patterns:
Low obscurity allows maximum light transmission while providing the least amount of privacy.
Our Savona block is the top lowest level of obscurity we offer. This pattern lets the light in while obscuring the view by using the popular bubble-pattern while allowing minimum obscurity.
The next level down in our low obscurity block is the Wave block pattern. This pattern provides minimal privacy with high light transmission by refracting light in a special way.
The Clearview block is our lowest level in obscurity. This pattern features energy-efficient features with excellent visibility.
*This is just a sampling of patterns we offer. To view our wide array of product lines visit our Glass Block page.
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Choosing the Right Obscurity Level
When selecting the right obscurity level for your glass blocks, consider the specific needs of the space and the desired balance between privacy and light. Clear glass blocks are great for high-visibility areas, while frosted and patterned options varying degrees of privacy.
By understanding the different obscurity levels of glass blocks, you can make an informed choice that enhances both the functionality and aesthetics of your space. Whether you’re renovating your home or designing a new one, incorporating glass blocks with the right level of obscurity can elevate your interior design and create a harmonious living environment.
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