milky glass

Clouded white pane

Milky glass is glass that has been treated or manufactured to appear cloudy, white, or translucent rather than clear.

The opacity comes from tiny particles or bubbles suspended in the glass, scattering light.

Also called milk glass or opal glass, it's used for decorative objects, lampshades, and vintage dishware: The kitchen had milky glass pendant lights.

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light diffuser · cloudy · lampshade · hazy · soft · soft glow · white · luminous · etched · sandblasted · privacy · privacy screen · bathroom · shower door · lamp shade · matte · veiled · pearl

Opposites
optical clarity

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Transparent silica sheet

transparent glass · window glass · plate glass · crystal · magnifying glass

visual appearance

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Transparent silica sheet

transparent glass · colored glass · crystal glass · stained glass · tinted glass

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G