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Industry News Alert: Pilkington Discontinues Classic Flemish Glass

Supply of Popular Privacy Pattern Ends, Prompting Homeowners to Seek Alternatives

Date: November 14, 2025

News Alert: Flemish Glass Discontinued

Status: Pilkington has ceased production of the Flemish™ pattern.
Availability: Stock is extremely limited. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Replacements: Single pane replacements will likely mismatch. Full re-glazing may be required.
Alternatives: We recommend Pilkington Minster™ or Chantilly™ as the closest aesthetic matches.

KJM Group has received official notification that Pilkington Flemish™—one of the industry’s most popular patterned glass options for privacy and decorative panels—is being withdrawn from the Texture by Pilkington™ product range.

Close up of Pilkington Flemish Glass Pattern

The classic Flemish pattern, now discontinued.

Pilkington UK has confirmed it will no longer manufacture the Flemish design at its St Helens facility. While short-term stock may remain available across the UK, it will not be replenished once sold out.

Impact on Homeowners

Understanding what this means for your existing windows and future projects:

The withdrawal is part of Pilkington’s ongoing process of managing its decorative glass range. Flemish, which was classified as a Privacy Level 1 design (low obscuration), has been a popular choice for decades, especially in period and traditional homes, but manufacturing priorities have shifted.

If you currently have Pilkington Flemish glass in your home and need to replace a broken or misted unit:

Act Quickly: You have a very small window of opportunity to purchase remaining stock.
Expect Mismatch: If stock runs out, achieving an exact match for a single unit will become virtually impossible. You may need to replace all glass panes in a specific window or door set to maintain a uniform look.

Recommended Alternatives

For homeowners seeking a new installation or a replacement that provides a similar aesthetic and privacy level, KJM Group recommends focusing on the remaining, readily available patterns within the Pilkington Texture Glass range.

Best Alternatives to Flemish

Category	Pilkington Pattern	Privacy Level	Why we recommend it
Closest Alternative	Pilkington Minster™	Level 2 (Low Obscuration)	Features a popular, gentle, classic pattern that offers a very similar traditional look to Flemish.
Similar Privacy	Pilkington Chantilly™	Level 2 (Low Obscuration)	A fine-line floral pattern that provides low privacy while maximising natural light transmission.
Traditional Texture	Pilkington Cotswold™	Level 5 (High Obscuration)	A well-established pattern. Note: This offers much higher privacy (Level 5) than Flemish.

Action Required: Check Stock Now

If you have a project pending that specifies Flemish glass, please contact us immediately.

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With over four decades in the glazing industry, Mark Pearce has been at the heart of KJM Windows & Conservatories since 1983. Starting as a building labourer, he quickly rose through the ranks, working as a window and door installer from 1984, a factory operator manufacturing windows later that year, factory manager in 1992, and joining the sales team in 1994. Becoming a Director in 2002, and finally, the sole owner in 2010, Mark Pearce is truly a double glazing expert and has led KJM to become a leading supplier of high-quality windows, doors, and conservatories across Andover and the South of England.

Mark Pearce is a highly experienced specialist in the double glazing industry, having built his knowledge from the ground up through hands-on experience in installation, manufacturing, sales, and business management. Beyond his role at KJM, Mark is a keen blogger, writer, and traveller, often sharing insights on the latest innovations in the home improvement industry.