A Guide to Divided Lite Glass Types
- By Aysenur Altug
- Aug 22, 2023
True Divided Lite (TDL)
- Features individual glass panes separated by muntins(TDLs).
- Each pane is an independent piece of glass.
- Easy to maintain and clean; if a piece of the unit is damaged, you can easily repair it without affecting the rest of the lites.
Simulated Divided Lites (SDL)
- SDLs (Simulated Divided Lites) resemble divided glass but are attached to the glass surface.
- These emulate divided glass aesthetics without actual separate segments.
- SDLs overlay the glass, creating an illusion of division.
Grilles Between Glass (GBGs)
- Positioned between two panes of tempered glass.
- Offers a sleek and easy-to-maintain surface.
- Available in contoured or flat forms and various colors.
Fixed Grilles
- Integral parts of the glass frame, on both interior and exterior panes.
- Crafted from polymers and emulate the visual appeal of divided glass.
- Easily replaceable or removable for practicality.
Simulated Divided Lites (SDLs)
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Grilles Between Grills(GBGs)
- Combination of SDLs and GBGs closely resembles True Divided Lites (TDLs).
- The interplay of grilles between the glass and SDLs creates a cohesive appearance.
- Provides an effective imitation of the classic TDL look.
