How to Install Frosted Glass | Sans Soucie Art Glass Guide

Tips, Guidance & What to Expect When You’re Not Local

Ordering a custom frosted glass product online — especially one that needs to be installed — can feel intimidating. But don’t worry! We’re here to put your mind at ease.

While Sans Soucie Art Glass no longer installs our products ourselves, we’ve worked with thousands of homeowners and contractors across the country to make sure installation goes smoothly, no matter where you’re located.

Your Installer Will Be Local — But We’re Still on Your Team 🔧

Most of our orders are shipped outside our local area, and even the ones nearby are installed by other licensed professionals. That’s because we now focus exclusively on the design, craftsmanship, and shipping of your custom glass — and we do it better than anyone else!

That said, we’re still very much involved in the installation process — just not on-site. We regularly work directly with our customers’ contractors and glaziers to make sure:

✅ Glass sizes are correct
✅ Product specs are clearly communicated
✅ Everyone involved has what they need to ensure a smooth install

If you’re located in the Coachella Valley, we’ve got you covered too! We partner with a trusted, local licensed glass company and are happy to refer you to them for installation. We’ve worked with nearly every major glazing company in the desert since 1985, and we’re confident you’ll be in good hands.

How to Find a Quality Installer in Your Area 🧑‍🏭

Here are a few helpful tips for choosing someone to install your Sans Soucie product:

Ask for recommendations from friends, realtors, or interior designers.
Search online for “door installer” or “glass glazier” in your area and look for companies with good reviews and real project photos.
Be sure your installer is licensed and experienced — especially for frameless glass or front doors.
If you’re local to us, just ask — we’re happy to refer you!

What Can I Install Myself? 🛠️

Here’s a quick guide to help you know when to DIY — and when to call in the pros.

DIY-Friendly Products

If you’re handy and have some basic tools, these are great candidates for DIY installation:

Just follow our step-by-step guides (linked below) and take your time!

Hire a Pro

For certain products, installation really should be done by a professional. These items require precise measuring, hardware installation, and wall or jamb support:

Glass is complex — and there’s little room for error. Even something that sounds simple, like a cabinet glass insert, can be tricky to size just right. That’s why we offer tools to help.

Not Sure About the Right Glass Size? Try Our Calculator 📏

Getting the glass size right is critical — and tricky. That’s why we created our Glass Size Calculator! You just select the product, enter your opening size, and it gives you a great estimate of what your glass size should be.

You can use it for:

And if your installer needs help confirming a size, just have them contact us — we’re happy to work with them directly.

Ready to Install? Start With These Step-by-Step Guides 🧱

We’ve created detailed, easy-to-follow blog posts for every major product we sell:

Still Have Questions? We’re Here to Help 💬

Whether you’re a DIYer, homeowner, or installer — we’re here for you. If you have questions about installation, sizing, or finding the right type of installer, just reach out to us here. We’re happy to walk you through it or talk directly with your contractor to make sure everything comes together beautifully.

Sans Soucie Art Glass: A Legacy of Craftsmanship and Innovation

Family-owned and operated since 1976, Sans Soucie Art Glass leads the industry in the art of sandblast frosted glass, carved glass, and hand painted glass, transforming ordinary glass into “Works of Art Captured in Glass” that have gained national and global recognition.

Innovative Door Designer Tool

In 2010, we invented and launched our Frosted Glass Pantry Door Designer. This fun, easy to use tool, made it possible for anyone to design and customize not only glass pantry doors, but a whole host of frosted glass doors.

A Wide Range of Frosted Glass Doors

Our glass door products include:

If you already have your door, and only need the glass insert, we offer:

Frosted Glass Elegance For Every Area of Your Home

While our frosted glass doors are a top choice, our diverse selection of other glass products follow closely behind and beautifully compliment every corner of your home. These include a:

Free Shipping. Expertly Packed. Safe & Secure Delivery.

With FREE SHIPPING on most orders and worldwide shipping from our Studio in Palm Desert, California, our orders are expertly packed in-house by our experienced glaziers. Over the years, we designed and developed our own custom packing materials and methods. These specialized methods protect the glass, resulting in the safe and secure arrival of all our products, from small to large, allowing us to boast a less than 1% damage rate!

Explore our full range of products and discover how Sans Soucie Art Glass can add a unique, custom element that transforms the look and feel of your decor. Have questions? Contact us today!