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May 20, 2008
Where do I get a door like the Bar 89 bathroom door?
If you've been to Bar 89 you have seen this door. Its glass and when you close it the door becomes frosted so no one can see inside. What is this called? Where can I find it?
http://spluch.blogspot.com/2007/09/cool-bathrooms-at-new-yorks-bar-89.html
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It's called Privacy Glass. It works w/ an electrical current that when switched changes the glass from clear/semi-transparant to translucent/opaque. We were looking to use it on a past design project, but it ain't cheap, last I looked it runs around $100/sf. Possibly has come down in cost lately but best to talk to a reputable supplier for real cost info.
Check out the link below for more info:
http://www.switchlite.com/home.html
Best of luck,
George Roushakes, R.A.
george@pulse3am.com
Posted by: guest at May 20, 2008 10:05 PM
you probably can't afford it. this is brownstoner.com where people are looking to do everything on the cheap.
Posted by: guest at May 20, 2008 10:50 PM
Google Priva-lite. I found the following post on http://www.inhabitat.com/2006/02/19/super-smart-privacy-glass/
that tells you where to get it it an idea of the cost.
"Paul Says:
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June 25th, 2007 at 10:25 pm
I am a distributor in North America, but can ship this product anywhere in the world. Custom sizes and glass thickness are available, and cost ranges between 700-960 USD per square meter (FOB Vancouver) depending on your quantity. A remote control is included. This product is suitable for a wide variety of residential and commercial applications.Please email me your exact dimensions and qty, and I will send you a quote and technical specs. paul@intergate.ca"
Posted by: johnife at May 21, 2008 12:38 AM
Sweet! Im looking forward to having a bathroom door that changes colors! Im sure everyone that comes over will think we have the coolest bathroom door!
Posted by: nybk01 at May 21, 2008 12:26 PM
Ok, I called some places today. This place has the best deal:
A standard size door will cost around $2000. The company will desing the glass to the customers specs for doors...windows...whatever. Some other companies quoted me at $4000!
Posted by: nybk01 at May 21, 2008 8:46 PM
Seems a bit flawed, in the video even though the glass frosts you can still totally see the guy taking a leak.
Posted by: guest at May 22, 2008 11:27 AM
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