Elegant Privacy. Smooth Matte Finish. Permanently Refined Glass.
For a clean, sophisticated look with built-in privacy, acid-etched glass is the perfect solution. Using a chemical process to alter the surface of the glass, acid etching produces a smooth, satin-like finish that is permanent, non-reflective, and fingerprint-resistant. At Centennial Glass, we fabricate and install custom acid-etched glass systems for Ottawa’s offices, institutions, and commercial interiors blending aesthetics with functional privacy.
Want the elegance of frosted glass with a refined, durable finish?
A Timeless Finish with Practical Benefits
Acid-etched glass provides visual privacy while allowing light to pass through—ideal for modern, open-concept commercial designs. It’s commonly used in:
- Interior office partitions and meeting rooms
- Healthcare, wellness, and hospitality spaces
- Storefronts, doors, and reception areas
- Washroom glass, dressing rooms, and locker partitions
- Corporate lobbies and elevator surrounds
The etching is permanent, making it ideal for spaces that require low-maintenance privacy and visual consistency over time.
Key Benefits
- Smooth Matte Finish
- Permanent Privacy Effect
- Design-Friendly Texture
Acid etching doesn’t peel, fade, or scratch like films. Its soft diffusion reduces glare while retaining clarity and light flow perfect for branding or architectural detailing.
Custom Cutting, Edging & Integration
Centennial Glass offers in-house glass fabrication for annealed panels, including:
- Straight cuts and shaped panels
- Polished, beveled, or pencil edges
- Cut-outs for hardware, hinges, or lighting
- Silk-screening, acid etching, and frosting options
- Custom sizing for frames, millwork, or retail displays
We also offer annealed mirrors, painted glass, and custom fabricated insert panels for interior doors, cabinetry, and shelving.
Want decorative or branded finishes on standard glass?
Explore our Sandblasting & Etching options and Translucent Glazing pages
Ideal for Design-Driven Commercial Interiors
Acid-etched glass is popular in:
- Office fit-outs and corporate interiors
- Healthcare facilities and patient rooms
- Hotels, spas, and salons
- Educational institutions and student centres
- High-end retail stores and branded spaces
It can also be integrated into railing panels, balcony dividers, or custom-cut furniture glass.
Why Choose Centennial Glass?
- Over 55 years of experience crafting architectural glass
- In-house fabrication for precise etched patterns and layouts
- Seamless installation for framed and frameless glass systems
- Durable, permanent finish with long-lasting visual appeal
- Trusted by architects, designers, and contractors across Ottawa
Looking to match etched glass with your branding or architectural palette?
- Tempered Glass
- Laminated Glass
- DFI Glass Coatings
- Annealed Glass
- Acid Etching
- Low Iron Glass
- Monolithic Glass
- Insulated Glass
- Fire Resistant Glass
- Low e Glass
- Spandrel Glass
- Specialty Glass
- Single Pane
- Double Pane
- Triple Pane
- Acoustic Glazing
- Translucent Glazing
- Bird Friendly Glass
- Plexiglass
- Fire Rated Glass
- Fire Rated Doors and Glass
- Mirrors
- Glass Edgework
- Glass Shape
- Glass Bevelling
- Glass Milling & Drilling
- Mirror Safety Backing
Permanent Privacy. Professional Presentation.
Centennial Glass designs, fabricates, and installs acid-etched glass systems for modern commercial spaces across Ottawa. Durable, stylish, and low-maintenance it’s the ideal solution for light-filled interiors that require subtle separation and visual polish.
- Call 613-738-9500
- Visit Our Showroom at 8–855 Industrial Avenue Ottawa ON K1G 4L4
- Request a contractor quote