How to Frost Glass | 3 DIY Tutorials | Use a Cricut to cut vinyl, frosted spray paint, cream etch

There are different techniques to frost glass, and this video has tutorials for three simple methods; vinyl, spray paint and a cream etch. Each technique has it's own specific use and can be scaled from small decorative crafts to large DIY projects.

Frosted glass is a subtle look, that fits in to many décor styles. Whether your home vibe is modern, traditional, contemporary farmhouse or an eclectic mix you call yours, a frosted piece can fit right in! Each of these techniques is completely different from the other and they all have pros and cons. But they all are easy enough to tackle with basic DIY skills.

I was so impressed with the frosted spray paint - the result looks store bought! You can take boring and transform it into inspiring without breaking the bank. These techniques are wallet friendly with a profession, high end result. We test the durability and ease of removal for the spray paint -- this makes it a renter friendly home DIY idea.

And if you want something that can withstand the outdoor elements, the glass etch gets washed in the sink and looks great. You can create some personalized decor pieces for your patio or porch. The etch cream is not only permanent, but once you wash it, the finish is food safe. This makes it great for casserole dishes and glassware. And you can make great personal gifts.

The vinyl was tricky to apply - and then we 'lost' the video....or someone forgotten to hit the record button...technical glitches are to be expected - we still have so much to learn with content creating and YouTube. We're working on it! Ralph created an image to have applied to the server rack, the brains of our smart home. This is what we used frosted vinyl technique on.

Ralph and I both have our favourite techniques - and they aren't the same one! But we both agreed on which is our least favourite. Hope you are inspired to try out one of this yourself!

HomeCulture: Frosted glass is the frosting to your glass décor!

TOOLS
+ Rust-Oleum Specialty Frosted Glass Finish
+ Armour Etch Glass Etching Cream
+ Siser® EasyPSV™ Permanent - Etch Light 12"x24"
+ Siser EasyPSV Transfer Tape Paper
+ Cricut Explore Air® 2

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Intro
01:16 - Frosted Vinyl Decal
01:51 - Designing Frosted Decal With A Cricut
03:45 - Frosted Spray Painting
07:01 - Frosting Glass With Acid Etch
10:10 - Reviewing the Methods
12:58 - Wrap-up/Outro
13:10 - Bloopers

[HomeCulture]

Have you tried any of these techniques? What did you think? Did you have a favourite?

[kenyenmusic]

VERY helpful for what im doing. Thank you!

[craigthompson]

I was completely unfamiliar with the etching. Great idea - thank you for sharing!!!

[sandraotero]

I’d like to make a glass block with frosted look. Most recommend the spray but after watching your video I’m wondering if the cream would work. I would attach vinyl after etching/frosting. I live in a condo & it’s cold outside and worried about the vapors indoors. But I certainly liked the “thicker frosted look” with the spray.

[sparker]

That system looks too sophisticated for me to hack into. Darn it. 😄

[corgikun]

spraying is probably the best for frosting patterns on windows to prevent bird collisions

[wongchiliek]

Can we put a clear coat spray after the grost paint to protrvt from scratch?

[sherriepierce]

just curious, do you sublimate? I heard sublimation can be done on frosted glass, wondering if one of these methods would work? 🤔

[stephanietom_md]

Can you use these on acrylic for the drifted acrylic look?

[lorriehemerly]

What about spraying a clear coat by Valspar over the spray?

[Nottodaygoddamnit]

Do you guys say decal or decal? I always thought it was decal

[LaserItPro]

hahahha no its D-cal not a decol like he said. I feel you girl

[marikiemarie]

Definitely not dec-al! Lol it de cowl..haha