Frosted Glass Dining Table

A frosted glass dining table looks different from the standard, normal glass table. This is because the frosted glass is translucent. You can only see a blurred version of the other side. This way, you get a fog like feature for the table top. It is also known as an etched glass dining table.

Features

Contemporary, classy and very modern dining table.

Like its name suggests, the table top looks frosted, giving the table top a blurry finish.

More popular in rectangular design rather than in round.

Its table legs and base are mostly made from metal material, if not wood. The table top is made from frosted glass. In fact, this is how most glass tables are like. The table top is made from glass and the legs from other materials. Chances are, you will never get to see a 100% glass table anywhere.

Benefits

If you don't like transparent or see-through glass table tops, the translucent (blurry) frosted glass dining table is for you.

Scratches won't be as visible as seen on a transparent glass table. The same applies to smudges. Still, they are glass tables. Scratches and smudges are visible on a certain level. Read the tips section below on how to clean smudges.

It can be used in your office too. There are only so many dining tables suitable for the office environment. The frosted glass table is one of them.

If you have a modern home decor, you simply can't miss this table.

You don't have to worry about finger prints underneath the glass table top anymore. This is because you can't see through the frosted glass top. Usually this problem is caused by mischievous children!

Tips

There is one very important thing you must do. When you buy your frosted glass kitchen table, make sure it is made from tempered glass. Why is this? Tempered glass is 4 to 5 times stronger than ordinary, fragile glass. Tempered glass is also known as automotive glass because they are used in all cars. If all cars use ordinary glass, it will break each time you close the car door!

Go for the metal and frosted glass combination if you need a table that is more edgy for your dining room interior. If not, you can always settle for the frosted glass table top with dark colored (single tone) wood combination, which is as equally modern too. In fact, any frosted glass furniture can easily projcet their modern aura.

Generally, the price comparison between tempered frosted glass and tempered ordinary glass is not noticeable. In fact, glass tables are never too expensive. They are much more affordable than other dining table types.

Middle frosted glass dining table

What if you don't want the entire table top surface to be frosted glass? In the market, you have the option of buying the middle frosted glass table. In this unit, the the frosted glass only resides in the center. The rest of the table is made from wood.

How to clean frosted glass dining table

If you have ever tried to clean it only with plain water and ordinary rug, you'll notice the water droplet marks appearing on the frosted glass surface afterwards. How to solve this problem?

You must use a glass cleaner (relatively cheap) or a windows cleaner (same function) and together with a microfiber cloth (cleans better). Often times, you don't need to use a sponge unless the table surface is very dirty and oily. A microfiber cloth is very effective for cleaning the frosted glass. Try not to touch the table with your fingers during the cleaning process. It can lead to smudges. Simple.

It is highly recommended that you buy a chair set that can match the frosted glass dining table. For this, you should look for chairs with leather seats.

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