“In life, there are certain things you can not control,” Esme said. “One of these things is the people who come and go in the neighborhood.” The Pembroke homeowner recounts a history of disturbing incidents – nearby renters peering into her windows “just to say hello”, a break-in attempt, and more. “But what you can control is how exposed and vulnerable you feel in this situation.”
For a while, Esme tried keeping her blinds shut. “I have great drapes; they’re very heavy and thick,” she explained. “But after a while, the dark gets to you. You think don’t I deserve to have some sunlight? In my own home?”
Esme’s daughter totally agreed. “You could see the impact it was having on Mom’s mood. Just being in her front room was so depressing. At first I thought maybe new blinds would help, but she really needs that natural daylight.”
Privacy Glass – All of the Light, None of the Stress
We’re a small local company that specializes in glass replacement, here in Pembroke, MA. We have access to many different kinds of privacy glass, all of which can be installed in your home. The options available in privacy glass range from the traditional – frosted or etched glass – to the cutting edge smart window technology that uses liquid crystal or electrochromic materials to transform the glass from transparent to opaque at the touch of a button.
Which type of privacy glass is right for you? A lot depends on your personal needs. The residential homeowner’s desire for privacy is fundamentally different than the needs of a large corporation. Fewer windows are involved in the typical residential application, and the budgets tend to be much smaller. For that reason, it’s best to work with a seasoned replacement glass company who can walk you through your privacy glass and glass treatment options before you decide what’s best for your home.
Esme went with a very traditional frosted glass that compliments that classic style of her home. “I feel like I can breathe easy now,” she said. “If people want to look, let them look. They’re not going to see anything. And my plants love the light!”
