How to Frost a Glass Block

glass blocks

Glass blocks can be held together with grout to form decorative walls or partitions in an office or home. Sometimes they are used in place of windows to allow light to enter a room. Generally you cannot see through the glass block, but if you want to make the blocks more opaque or just want to create a different effect, you can frost the glass blocks.

Things You'll Need

• Old newspaper
• Respirator
• Rustoleum Frosted Glass Spray
• Glass block

Instructions

1. Spread an old newspaper on a hard surface outdoors away from all objects.

2. Put on a respirator face mask to protect yourself from the paint fumes.

3. Put the glass block on the newspaper and spray the block with Rustoleum Frosted Glass Spray. Allow to dry for 24 hours.

4. Turn the block over and spray the side that was touching the newspaper. Allow to dry for 24 hours.

Tips & Warnings

• You can add another coat of spray, if you wish, depending on the effect you are going for.

• Do not frost the glass on a windy day or you may get the frosted spray on you.

References

• Thrifty Fun
• Columbus Glass Block